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NYSC kidnap story: Burden of public trust, by Tonnie Iredia

NYSC kidnap story: Burden of public trust, by Tonnie Iredia

Twenty (20) prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on their way to the Southeast for orientation and service year were kidnapped on October 1, 2026. Following their release some 6 days later, our traumatized country was greatly relieved. A report by the Imo state police command claimed that the corpers were rescued […]
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Archbishop Okeke visits Onitsha prisons, makes case for awaiting trial inmates

Archbishop Okeke visits Onitsha prisons, makes case for awaiting trial inmates

The Metropolitan Archbishop of Onitsha Catholic Archdiocese, His Grace, Dr. Valerian Okeke has called on the Judiciary, to give priority to cases concerning the awaiting trials inmates, ATMs, in Onitsha prisons by giving the cases accelerated hearings as justice delayed is justice denied. Okeke said that it was unacceptable for the ATMs to remain in the custody much longer than their prison terms if they were eventually convicted for the offences for which they were remanded in custody.

You’re lonely when you lose

You’re lonely when you lose

VICTORY, even when it is merely symbolic, is the sweetest feeling you can have. It does not matter if all you’ll get for your trouble is a mere trophy, shield, certificate or applause. One of the greatest victories anyone can win in the world is being voted the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Office of the President of Nigeria is reputed to be the most powerful in the world because it is the repository of unlimited power, influence and money. That office is said to be so powerful that it can turn a man into a woman and vice versa, literally.

A legacy of incompetence  and corruption

A legacy of incompetence and corruption

TWO weeks from now, President Goodluck Jonathan’s six years in office would be over. But even before his departure, the judgment of history on his administration already seems clear. This is evident even in the long queues of vehicles at fuel stations across the country, testimony to the level of corruption and incompetence that has marked governance in the last six years.

We have launched innovative marketing programmes  — Loretta Alao, VP, FRYDA

We have launched innovative marketing programmes — Loretta Alao, VP, FRYDA

It is very difficult to catch a break because there are too many ideas around. No one is willing to lose anything important and have to reinvest time and again. We have handled projects and consulted for some reputable Oil and Gas firms and other organizations. We also run strategic design, development and employment, stakeholders’ engagement, consultancy and project management. We have also represented some telecommunications companies in Nigeria.