Arewa group defends RMAFC chairman, says critics misunderstand commission’s mandate
The Convener of Arewa Think Tank, Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu, has defended the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohammed Shehu, following criticisms over recent pronouncements attributed to the Commission on issues relating to Nigeria’s fiscal and economic Read more…
Fake Agency Scandal: ICPC clears Gbajabiamila, gives reasons
The ICPC’s investigation followed President Bola Tinubu’s directive for a probe into the PFIPC. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has found no evidence linking the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, to the appointment Read more…
Niger Abductees: DHQ Says Tinubu’s Rescue Order Being Fully Implemented
In obedience to a presidential order, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said it is fully implementing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive for the immediate rescue of worshippers abducted in Niger State, assuring that the military is working with other security Read more…
UNIZIK suspends lecturer for 3 months, student faces panel over exams misconduct
The Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has approved the suspension of a lecturer in the Department of Chinese Studies, Prof. Ifeanyi Sunny Odinye, for three months with half salary. In a statement signed by the Director, Information and Public Read more…
Enugu police rescue 3 kidnap victims
Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command have rescued three victims of abduction and recovered two firearms, ammunition and other exhibits after a hot pursuit of suspected kidnappers in the state. The operation, according to the command, also led to the Read more…
Suspected herdsmen reportedly kill 5,987 NKST members, destroy 753 churches in Benue
The Universal Reformed Christian Church, popularly known as NKST, has rejected the Federal Government’s proposed pilot ranching programme in Benue State, saying the government should prioritise the return and resettlement of displaced communities before considering ranching projects. The church said Read more…
Kanu’s conviction: Lawyer accuses NBA of silence as ‘criminal justice set ablaze’
A legal practitioner, Christopher Chidera, has written to the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and copied the International Bar Association (IBA), accusing NBA of holding a jamboree in Port Harcourt and maintaining studied silence while criminal justice in Nigeria burns. “As you Read more…
How Anambra govt got involved in ‘fake’ federal agency – Official
PREMIUM TIMES reported on Friday that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission uncovered another “fake” agency, with President Bola Tinubu suspending three top officials identified as enablers and ordering the arrest of the frontrunner, George Nwabueze. The Read more…
Drama as Sowore, Amaechi, Obi clash over fuel subsidy at NBA Conference in Port Harcourt
The annual conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt, Rivers, turned into a fiery political battleground as presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore; Vice Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Read more…
Peter Obi speaks on Tinubu, Atiku’s academic records at 2027 campaign flag-off
Mr Tinubu’s birth records and academic history have been a subject of controversy before his election in 2023. It resurfaced recently ahead of the 2027 election. The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has asked Nigerians Read more…
ANAMBRA @ 35 :WHY SOLUDO SHOULD BRING BACK NATIONAL LIGHT NEWSPAPER
By Emma Udeagha February 1, 2023 was a day Chuka Nnabuife, former Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief of Anambra State’s defunct newspaper, National Light, will never forget in a hurry.That morning began like every other. He arrived at the Ifite- Awka Read more…
Former Polytechnic Rector ‘Engr. Dr. Nwafulugo’ Inaugurated as President General Ojoto Akanasato Women
By Uzo Ugwunze The Anambra State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Hon. Mrs Esther Onyekesi has inaugurated Engr. Dr. Francisca Unoma Nwafulugo, FNSE, FNSChE, LKSC, JP, (Ugosimba Nneoma Ojoto)and other newly elected officials as leaders of the Ojoto Read more…
Drama as Sowore, Amaechi, Obi clash over fuel subsidy at NBA Conference in Port Harcourt
The annual conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt, Rivers, turned into a fiery political battleground as presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore; Vice Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Read more…
Peter Obi speaks on Tinubu, Atiku’s academic records at 2027 campaign flag-off
Mr Tinubu’s birth records and academic history have been a subject of controversy before his election in 2023. It resurfaced recently ahead of the 2027 election. The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has asked Nigerians Read more…
Former Polytechnic Rector ‘Engr. Dr. Nwafulugo’ Inaugurated as President General Ojoto Akanasato Women
By Uzo Ugwunze The Anambra State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Hon. Mrs Esther Onyekesi has inaugurated Engr. Dr. Francisca Unoma Nwafulugo, FNSE, FNSChE, LKSC, JP, (Ugosimba Nneoma Ojoto)and other newly elected officials as leaders of the Ojoto Read more…
Duke: Nigeria’s Economy Won’t Benefit From Continuation Of Tinubu’s Policies
Former Cross River State governor and presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Donald Duke, has said Nigeria’s economy will not benefit from a continuation of the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Duke, who called for a 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…
Professor Victor Madubuko adds another feather of milestone as NFF appoints him to the board of Interim Beach Soccer and Futsal Leagues Board
Professor Victor Madubuko who has distinguish himself in every endeavor he sets his mind on, has shown that a sport like beach soccer should not be an exception. He has not only attracted the right personnel to Anambra Beach Soccer, Read more…
2026World Cup: African Fans support Mexico against the South Africa
By Ezeakukwu Emmanuel Nsoedo The xenophobic unofficial policy driven by some South African citizens against fellow African residents has resulted in African countries fans rooting for Mexico to win. Many of these fans who had made different caricatures on Facebook Read more…
Arewa group defends RMAFC chairman, says critics misunderstand commission’s mandate
The Convener of Arewa Think Tank, Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu, has defended the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohammed Shehu, following criticisms over recent pronouncements attributed to the Commission on issues relating to Nigeria’s fiscal and economic 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…
How Anambra govt got involved in ‘fake’ federal agency – Official
PREMIUM TIMES reported on Friday that the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission uncovered another “fake” agency, with President Bola Tinubu suspending three top officials identified as enablers and ordering the arrest of the frontrunner, George Nwabueze. The Read more…
Drama as Sowore, Amaechi, Obi clash over fuel subsidy at NBA Conference in Port Harcourt
The annual conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt, Rivers, turned into a fiery political battleground as presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore; Vice Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi 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…
Selective targeting of Nigeria’s largest airline must stop: Why Air Peace?
Why Air Peace? That is the question Nigerians must ask following the decision by aviation industry unions to picket and disrupt the operations of Nigeria’s largest airline in Lagos and Abuja. This is not the first time Air Peace has Read more…
Enough of blaming Abacha for everything bad in Nigeria
General Sani Abacha. Military Head of State in Nigeria from 1993-1998. Former Chief of Army Staff. No-nonsense military officer credited with having a hand in most successful military change of government in Nigeria. He died many years ago. Yet he cannot Read more…
PUBLIC NOTICE/DISCLAIMER: NCCIMA ceases relationship with Mr Ibekwe
This is to inform the general public that Mr. Obiora Ibekwe , who was the DG of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture (NCCIMA) is no longer an employee of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce Industry Mines and Agriculture Read more…