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In a landmark move to improve the state’s transportation sector, Governor Peter Mbah has rolled out the first batch of 200 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses in Enugu State. This marks a major step toward building an organized, safe, and affordable public transport system for residents. The introduction of the eco-friendly buses is part of the governor’s broader transport reform agenda aimed at reducing traffic congestion, cutting commuting costs, and promoting environmental sustainability. Meanwhile, the state government has debunked circulating rumors suggesting a planned ban on commercial tricycles (popularly known as “Keke”). Authorities have clarified that there is no plan…
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has approved the appointment of administrators for the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state, alongside the reconstitution of previously suspended boards of agencies, commissions, and parastatals. The appointments take effect from Monday, April 7, 2025. The approval was contained in a Special Government Announcement issued on Wednesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Worika. This development comes amid mounting legal and political tensions in the state, with a Federal High Court in Port Harcourt having earlier barred Ibas from making such appointments. Justice…
My dear friends, supporters, members of our great party, and Ndi Anambra, First, I give glory to God Almighty — the source of strength, grace, and clarity. In moments of darkness, His light always finds a way to shine through. His mercies endure and renew each day, and for that, I am profoundly grateful. Yesterday, I formally submitted a petition to the Appeals Committee of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), challenging the so-called primary election conducted in Anambra on April 5, 2025. That exercise, by all observable standards, was a charade — a well-orchestrated heist designed to…
The Nigeria Police Force has read in the news that a group called “Take it Back Movement” is planning a protest across various states of the Federation, most especially the Federal Capital Territory, scheduled to hold on Monday 7th April, 2025, a day earmarked by the Federal Government as the National Police Day, to celebrate the resilience and dedication of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force. While not against the exercise of citizens right to peaceful assembly and association in Nigeria as enshrined in the Constitution, the Nigeria Police Force is deeply concerned about the motive behind such…
A PATH FORWARD 8. The moment for dialogue is now. Signed: His Excellency Sen. Douye DiriGovernor, Bayelsa State and Chairman, South-South Governors’ Forum
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) FCT, led by Amb. Salma Mercy Aminu, has expressed deep concern over the fuel tanker explosion that occurred on March 19, 2025, along the Karu-Nyanya axis. In response to the incident, Amb. Aminu has directed an immediate welfare check on all AGN members residing in the affected area to ensure their safety and well-being. “We are deeply worried about this explosion and the potential impact on our members and the residents of the area,” Amb. Aminu stated. “Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected, and we hope for their safety and swift recovery.”…
He was born some 53 years ago precisely the 17th day of March, 1972. Like most great leaders in this clime he shares a common Zodiac space with Chief Obafemi Awolowo, with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, with Prof Yemi Osinbajo, with yours sincerely, and with several other leaders and molders of thought whose Zodiac call is Pieces. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah is a Lawyer with great interest in the Maritime sector, he is a Financial Analyst, and was the Chief Executive Officer of Pinnacle Oil and Gas Limited which is one of the most successful players in the Oil and Gas…
By Rikki Nwajiofor The Thelema Lion Foundation has honoured Chief Goodluck Nwaneri, the founder and president of Goodluck Nwaneri Foundation, with the prestigious Distinguished Community Development Icon Award. This is in recognition of his outstanding contributions to community development, women and youth empowerment, social inclusion, and grassroots transformation. The prestigious award, which was conferred on Chief Nwaneri on Thursday during the 2025 Women Arise Symposium in Abuja, celebrated Chief Nwaneri’s unwavering dedication to fostering sustainable community development, youth and women empowerment, and social welfare initiatives that have positively impacted numerous citizens and communities. The leadership of Thelema Lion Foundation, speaking…
By Rikki Nwajiofor Chief Goodluck Nwaneri, the founder and president of Goodluck Nwaneri Foundation (GNF), has responded to the clarion call of the Nigerian youth constituency, under the auspices of the Coalition of Patriotic Youth Leaders, mandating him to join politics. The response from Nwaneri was made available to the media on Saturday, wherein he appreciated the entire Nigerian youth for finding him worthy of being their ambassador in politics. The text of his response reads; “I feel deeply honoured by the call from the Coalition of Patriotic Youth Leaders, representing the Nigerian youth constituency, mandating me to step into…
By Eze Patience Nnedinso Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is on the rise, with disturbing images and reports flooding the internet daily. While many cases go unreported, even those that do often fail to deliver justice, leaving victims to face discrimination from both their families and society. Statistics paint a grim picture. According to endgbv.africa, approximately 31% of women in Nigeria have experienced physical violence since the age of 15, mostly at the hands of intimate partners. Globally, one in three women—around 736 million—have been subjected to physical and/or sexual violence by a partner or non-partner, according to a UN Women report.…
