Nnamdi Kanu co-signed Sokoto Declaration – IPOB
…Says it exists as public document The Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB), has dismissed claims that its detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, did not approve or co-sign the Sokoto Declaration. In an official statement issued on behalf of Kanu, IPOB’s Media Read more…
Okorie accuses Soludo of vendetta against Peter Obi
Elder statesman and Ojeozi Ndigbo, Chief Chekwas Okorie, has accused Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, of pursuing a sustained personal vendetta against former governor, Mr Peter Obi. In a statement issued on October 1, 2026, titled “Soludo’s Vendetta Against Peter Read more…
Exclusive-Syrian government officials and Hezbollah held secret talks in Turkey, sources say
Representatives of the Syrian government and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah have held face-to-face talks in Turkey to try to calm tensions between them, according to six sources briefed on the first known meeting between the longtime foes. The Syrian officials Read more…
Pope to Pontifical Teutonic College: Preserve unity with the Pope and the faith
Addressing the community of the Pontifical Teutonic College of Santa Maria in Campo Santo on its 150th anniversary, Pope Leo XIV recalls the College’s long history and calls upon its community to preserve their closeness to the Successor of Peter Read more…
WEEKEND MUSINGS
WHEN GOD DEFIED THE SHADOW OF DEATH: THE MIRACULOUS SURVIVAL OF 174 SOULS AND THE HEROIC COURAGE OF A WOUNDED PILOT“I couldn’t let everybody else die.” The heroic Flydubai pilot whose courage, against the harrowing odds, became a symbol of Read more…
MAYOR ILOGBENU DECLARES ENVIRONMENTAL EMERGENCY, UNVEILS BOLD GRASSROOTS DEVELOPMENT AGENDA
…Promises Measurable Results, Accountable Governance, Stronger PHCs, Safer Communities and Infrastructure Renewal By Uzo Ugwunze The newly inaugurated Mayor of Idemili South Local Government Area, Hon. Oluchukwu John Ilogbenu, has declared environmental renewal an immediate priority of his administration and Read more…
Gov Soludo swears in newly elected 21 LGA Chairmen, Deputies
From Ifeoma Ejiofor The Anambra State Governor, Prof Charles Soludo has officially sworn in the newly elected Chairmen and their deputies in all the twenty one LGAs of the State. The event which took place at the Light House, Awka, Read more…
Beware of Criminals Using Motorcycle For operation, Anambra Police Command Alerts Residents
From Ifeoma Ejiofor The Anambra State Police Command has alerted residents of an emerging pattern of criminal activities involving the use of motorcycles to facilitate robbery and other offences. The Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga (SP) Read more…
Iran readies harder retaliation if attacked as diplomacy faces long odds
Iran is preparing a broader and more forceful response if the United States resumes large-scale military attacks, sources said, while continuing a diplomatic push that Iranian officials privately see as unlikely to succeed. The planning reflects a conviction within Iran’s Read more…
World fights costly petrol, Tinubu defends it
Something extraordinary is happening across the world. Governments are losing sleep over the intolerably rising prices of petrol and diesel. They are cutting taxes, subsidizing fuel, capping prices, releasing strategic reserves, relaxing regulations and strong-arming oil companies. Where relief has Read more…
2027: Obi-Kwankwaso women group commences nationwide mobilisation
The Obi-Kwankwaso National Women Support Group has commenced a nationwide mobilisation drive ahead of the 2027 general elections, announcing the establishment of state structures to coordinate its activities across Nigeria. The group, which is backing the presidential ticket of Peter Obi Read more…
Soroptimists International, Africa Federation Tasked to Educate, Enable and Empower Women and Girls for Sustainable Leadership
By Uzo Ugwunze The 4th Biennial International Conference and General meeting of Soroptimists International, Africa Federation has ended with a call on the critical need for government and national development planners to include Soroptimists International in sustainable development plans as Read more…
Nnamdi Kanu co-signed Sokoto Declaration – IPOB
…Says it exists as public document The Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB), has dismissed claims that its detained leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, did not approve or co-sign the Sokoto Declaration. In an official statement issued on behalf of Kanu, IPOB’s Media Read more…
Okorie accuses Soludo of vendetta against Peter Obi
Elder statesman and Ojeozi Ndigbo, Chief Chekwas Okorie, has accused Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, of pursuing a sustained personal vendetta against former governor, Mr Peter Obi. In a statement issued on October 1, 2026, titled “Soludo’s Vendetta Against Peter Read more…
Gov Soludo swears in newly elected 21 LGA Chairmen, Deputies
From Ifeoma Ejiofor The Anambra State Governor, Prof Charles Soludo has officially sworn in the newly elected Chairmen and their deputies in all the twenty one LGAs of the State. The event which took place at the Light House, Awka, Read more…
Iran readies harder retaliation if attacked as diplomacy faces long odds
Iran is preparing a broader and more forceful response if the United States resumes large-scale military attacks, sources said, while continuing a diplomatic push that Iranian officials privately see as unlikely to succeed. The planning reflects a conviction within Iran’s Read more…
Pope to Special Olympics: ‘As you know, I too am very fond of sport’
Addressing a delegation from the Special Olympics, Pope Leo XIV recalls his own great fondness of sports and invites them to live holy lives following the example of Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati, ‘who, in love with Jesus, knew how to Read more…
Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president
Mr Gusau announced his decision at a press conference at the NFF headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has confirmed his resignation from office, bringing his four-year tenure to an end Read more…
Nnewi Cycling Club rides from Nnewi to Owerri
From Ifeoma Ejiofor In continuation of their determination to ensure sound health in a sound body, the members of Nnewi Cycling Club on Sunday embarked on cycling from Nnewi in Nnewi North LGA of Anambra State to Owerri, the Imo Read more…
World Cup: Full list of award winners as Spain dominate individual honours
Spain’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was capped by a clean sweep of the tournament’s top individual honours after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium. Luis de la Read more…
Exclusive-Syrian government officials and Hezbollah held secret talks in Turkey, sources say
Representatives of the Syrian government and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah have held face-to-face talks in Turkey to try to calm tensions between them, according to six sources briefed on the first known meeting between the longtime foes. The Syrian officials Read more…
World fights costly petrol, Tinubu defends it
Something extraordinary is happening across the world. Governments are losing sleep over the intolerably rising prices of petrol and diesel. They are cutting taxes, subsidizing fuel, capping prices, releasing strategic reserves, relaxing regulations and strong-arming oil companies. Where relief has Read more…
Civil servants set to commence three-day warning strike over unmet demands
Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC) has directed civil servants across the Federal, State and Local Governments to commence a three-day warning strike from midnight on Friday, October 2, 2026, following the expiration of the deadline earlier given to Read more…
2027: I’ll spend presidential holidays touring Nigeria, not abroad – Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged not to spend his holidays outside Nigeria if elected president in 2027. Obi made the promise in his Independence Day address on Thursday, saying he would use his Read more…
World fights costly petrol, Tinubu defends it
Something extraordinary is happening across the world. Governments are losing sleep over the intolerably rising prices of petrol and diesel. They are cutting taxes, subsidizing fuel, capping prices, releasing strategic reserves, relaxing regulations and strong-arming oil companies. Where relief has Read more…
Anambra Declares October 3 Statewide Clean-Up Day
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Anambra State Government has declared Saturday, October 3, 2026, as a statewide sanitation and clean-up exercise to commemorate the World and National Clean-Up Day. The Commissioner for Environment, Dr Clem Aguiyi, said the exercise is aimed at Read more…
OBI-SOLUDO FEUD: CLO DECLARES PRESS WAR UNHEALTHY, CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE AND ELDERS’ INTERVENTION*
By Uzo Ugwunze The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO), Anambra State Branch, has expressed deep concern over the escalating war of words, vitriolic attacks and unsubstantiated accusations between two of Anambra’s most respected sons and former Governors, His Excellency Mr. Peter Read more…
Iran says it’s ready for new U.S. sanctions, has 2-year plan
What to know about the Iran war today: Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh said Monday that Tehran has been preparing for the new sanctions announced by the U.S. “for a long time” and that it is ready to face them. U.S. Treasury Secretary Read more…