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Our Reporter, Abuja The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended four of its top officials for one month over undisclosed infractions. Those affected include the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu; National Organizing Secretary, Hon. Umar Bature; National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN); and Deputy National Legal Adviser, Barr. Okechukwu Osuoha. Their suspension followed the party’s 608th NWC meeting held on Saturday, November 1, 2025. A statement issued by the party after the meeting said the four officials have been referred to the PDP National Disciplinary Committee for further investigation. “During this period of suspension,…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki Operatives of the Ebonyi State Police Command have killed two suspected gunmen and foiled a kidnap attempt in separate operations across the state. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Joshua Ukandu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday, saying the suspects were neutralised during a gun duel with operatives at their hideout in Iyonu community, Ishielu Local Government Area. He said the operation, carried out within the Iyonu/Idodo forest, followed credible intelligence on the gang’s activities in the area. Upon sighting the police team, the hoodlums reportedly opened fire, prompting a fierce exchange that left two of…
Our Reporter, Abuja The Federal Government has reacted to the United States’ redesignation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” over alleged violations of religious freedom, reaffirming its commitment to combating violent extremism and promoting national unity. In a statement issued Saturday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government said it had “noted the recent violent extremism that has fueled the American comment on religious freedom in Nigeria,” stressing that it remains resolute in addressing the root causes of extremism and ensuring the protection of all citizens. “The Federal Government’s fight against violent extremism…
Lawrence Ndubeze, Awka Civil society groups in Anambra State have decried what they described as poor funding of the healthcare sector, especially primary healthcare centres (PHCs), and called on the state government to increase budgetary allocation and timely releases to the sector. The concern was raised in Awka during a stakeholders’ meeting under the Strengthening Public Accountability for Results and Knowledge (SPARK II) project, implemented by Civil Rights Concern (CRC) in collaboration with Justice Development and Peace Caritas (JDPC) Nnewi, Community Empowerment Network (COMEN), and supported by the International Budget Partnership (IBP). Addressing journalists after the meeting, Executive Director of…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia The United States President, Donald Trump, has designated Nigeria a Country of Special Concern over what he described as “senseless attacks and killings of Christians.” In a post on his Truth Social platform on Friday, Trump condemned the atrocities and vowed that the United States would defend Christians across the globe. “The United States cannot stand by while such atrocities are happening in Nigeria, and numerous other countries. We stand ready, willing, and able to save our great Christian population around the world!” Trump declared. Although he did not specify the nature of America’s planned intervention, the…
Stephen Ukandu, Umuahia Amnesty International has trained journalists from the five South-East states and Delta on human rights and gender-sensitive reporting. The two-day workshop, held in Enugu, aimed to equip journalists with tools to report stories through a human rights lens. Amnesty International Nigeria’s Communications Officer, Mr. Michael Christian, said the training was necessary as many media reports lacked empathy and gender sensitivity despite being factual. He urged participants to prioritise humanity in their reportage and share the lessons with colleagues. A resource person, Dr. Chijioke Agbo of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, called for the repeal…
Chinwendu Uzoatu, Awka The remains of Dr. Raphael Udeoye Uzoezie (Nwata na-azo onwe ya) have been laid to rest in his hometown, Igbo-Ukwu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State. The burial, which drew dignitaries from within and outside the state, turned into a celebration of a life well lived. A Pontifical Requiem Mass at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Igbo-Ukwu, was presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese, His Eminence Peter Eberechukwu Cardinal Okpaleke, assisted by numerous priests. In his homily, Cardinal Okpaleke reminded the faithful that death is a passage to eternity and “a friend…
By Vitus Ozoke The drumbeat for a so-called sixth state in Igboland has begun again – the same tired rhythm of deception dressed up as development, the same tired chorus of politicians pretending to fight for “marginalized” people when they are only fighting for themselves. We have seen this movie before. We know how it ends. Every time the cry for another state goes up, it is not the people who celebrate in the end – it is the politicians who pocket the dividends. Let us speak plainly: the creation of another state in the South-East isn’t about justice, fairness,…
Lawrence Ndubeze, Awka Ahead of the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State, stakeholders have met to brainstorm on ways to curb voter apathy and boost voter turnout. The session, organized by the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD) in collaboration with the International Peace and Civic Responsibility Centre (IPCRC), was part of the Strengthening Transparency, Accountability, and Governance Process (Stage 2 Project) themed “Reignite the Voice: Mobilizing for Electoral Participation.” President of IPCRC, Prince Chris Azor, said the event sought to deepen citizen participation and strengthen transparency, accountability, and good governance. He identified a strong local…
Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki The Chief Judge of Ebonyi State, Hon. Justice Elvis Ngene, has expressed concern over the persistence of corruption in Nigeria’s justice delivery system, warning that it threatens fair hearing and public access to justice. Justice Ngene gave the warning on Friday during a special court session to mark the opening of the 2025/2026 legal year of the Ebonyi State Judiciary, held at the High Court complex, Abakaliki. According to him, corruption within the judiciary manifests through bribery, manipulation, and the perversion of justice for monetary or political gain — practices that continue to erode public confidence in…