Abam monarchs reaffirm support for Otti, disown alleged anti-government remarks
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Traditional rulers in Abam Clan of Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State have reaffirmed their support for Governor Alex Otti’s administration, distancing themselves from what they described as unauthorised statements allegedly made against the governor and some of his appointees from the area. The monarchs, known as Ndi Eze […]
Taking care of the telecoms poor, by Okoh Aihe
The holy book tells us that the poor will always live with us in our societies. It means you can never wish away the poor even if you are offended by their existence. No magic wand will obliterate the presence of the poor, except concerted efforts to change their status. Apart from individual efforts, nations and […]
RATTAWU honours NAGAFF President with logistics excellence award
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The National President of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF, High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, has been honoured with the Golden Era Pillar of Logistics Excellence, Purposeful Entrepreneur, Philanthropy and National Development Award by the Radio, Television, Theatre and Art Workers’ Union, RATTAWU. The award was presented on Monday at […]
Why the NBA physician must first heal herself, by Rotimi Fasan
With the emergence of Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN) as the 33rd president of the Nigerian Bar Association, the controversies that had preceded this year’s election would seem to have subsided despite fears that the post-election period might be mired in litigation. Such fears have so far proven only partially founded, as some lawyers have allegedly headed for […]
Owie mourns Mary Amaechi
Senator Rowland Owie KSJI JP, former Chief Whip of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has expressed profound sorrow at the passing of Mrs Mary Amaechi, the beloved mother of his brother Knight, His Excellency Rt Honourable Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi KSJI. Mrs Amaechi passed away peacefully on Thursday, 16 July 2026, at the […]
Banks must earn public trust — Oyedele
Says recapitalisation will strengthen resilience NDIC vows to protect depositors By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, yesterday urged regulators and operators in the banking sector to strengthen public confidence to support a resilient economy. Speaking at the 2026 International Association of Deposit Insurers […]
