Wike V Yerima: Setting A dangerous precedent of illegality through emotional endorsement
The public space has been engaged with discourse and analysis on the recent engagement between the Honourable minister of FCT and a Naval officer in respect of a supposed unlawful possession and development of a piece of land in Abuja. While some ostensibly displayed utmost pleasure that the minister met his match, some out of […]
Tanko Al-Makura: 73 years of service, leadership, legacy
By Adedayo Adejobi At seventy-three, Senator Tanko Al-Makura stands as a testament to the power of vision, discipline, and enduring service. His journey through life and leadership tells a story that mirrors the Nigerian spirit itself: resilient, pragmatic, and ever hopeful. In celebrating his 73rd birthday, we celebrate not just a man, but an idea—an […]
Peter Obi and the Ethics of Refusal
By Valentine Obienyem Elections, in a sane democracy, ought to be moments of sober reflection – times when citizens pause to weigh their choices, guided by conscience and conviction. Yet, in our political culture, every election seems to leave behind recrimination rather than reflection. The just-concluded Anambra election is no exception. Now that the dust […]
MFM denounces false reports, clears air on 2007 ‘Pastor Robbery’ story
The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) has dismissed circulating online reports linking the church to a 2007 criminal case, describing them as misleading and based on distorted information.
Obiano’s rumoured death is false – Onukwue, Anambra Community leader
By Nwabueze Okonkwo Amidst reactions over the rumoued death of imnediate past Governor of Anambra state, Chief Willie Obiano (Akpokuo Dike) of Aguleri community in Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra state, former President of Anambra state Association of Town Unions, ASATU, Chief Alex Onukwue has dispelled such rumours, describing it as a ranting […]
Air Peace counts $15m loss after lessor pulls out three aircraft
By Dickson Omobola Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, yesterday, accused Latvia-based company, SmartLynx Airlines, of withdrawing three of its wet-leased aircraft without notice, saying the situation has caused them over $15 million in damages. Wet-lease is an aircraft leasing agreement where the lessor provides the aircraft, a crew, maintenance and insurance, while the lessee operates […]
Economic Reforms: We’re on the right path – Muda Yusuf
•Laments high cost of living, debt, others By Gabriel Ewepu At the backdrop of the debates surrounding the success or otherwise of the two and half year old economic reform exercise of the current Federal Government, FG, the Executive Director, Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprises, CPPE, Dr Muda Yusuf, asserted that the economic reforms […]
‘Behind the Scenes’: Working with Funke Akindele is always a learning experience – Wendy Imasuen
By Benjamin Njoku Wendy Uwadiae Imasuen, a renowned producer, is set to make waves in the movie industry once again with his latest project, “Behind the Scenes,” a heart-wrenching film he produced with Funke Akindele titled, “Behind The Scenes.” The movie, which explores the struggles and heartbreak people face in their closest relationships, promises to […]
UEFA hit Marseille with partial stadium closure over fan trouble
UEFA have handed Marseille a partial stadium closure punishment over a series of incidents in their 1-0 defeat at home Atalanta in the Champions League, European football’s governing body announced on Saturday. Home fans at the Stade Velodrome on November 5 had set off flares, thrown projectiles and used lasers. UEFA fined Marseille 71,000 euros […]
Residents express fears as suspected ENTRACO operatives resurface
Residents of Owerri were shocked after suspected members of the former operatives of the Imo State Environmental Transformation Commission (ENTRACO) were reportedly seen patrolling the streets under a new name “Monitoring and Compliance.” An Eyewitness on Friday alleged that the group, were seen moving from IMSU Junction through Orji Flyover, on Thursday, November 13. This […]
Economy: Experts disagree with FG on performance
A multiple shade of informed analysis of the outcomes so far recorded in the two and half years economic reform measures of the Federal Government, FG, seem to have largely contradicted the government’s assessment of the performance.
