Tinubu Tasks Media on National Unity, Ethical Journalism as NUJ Celebrates 70 Years

…as ex Govr. Osoba challenges impostors, demands digital adaptation in the newsroom …our stories should aim to heal and unite, not to divide or incite – NUJ President President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the pivotal role of the Nigerian media in fostering national unity, strengthening democracy, and shaping the country’s future, urging journalists toContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Tasks Media on National Unity, Ethical Journalism as NUJ Celebrates 70 Years”

June 12 and The Paradox of Nigerian Democracy: Between Foundational Ideals and Political Symbolism

Photo Credit: TheGuardian By Augustine Eigbe, Ph.D June 12, 1993, remains a defining moment in the annals of Nigeria’s political history. The annulment of what is widely regarded as the freest and fairest election in the country’s history won by Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola (M.K.O Abiola) GCFR, marked both the apogee of democratic aspirationsContinueContinue reading “June 12 and The Paradox of Nigerian Democracy: Between Foundational Ideals and Political Symbolism”

Ambassador Oshi Hails Governor Radda’s Revolutionary Impact in Katsina, Calls Him “Leader Nigeria Desperately Needs”

ABUJA, NIGERIA — Ambassador Bernard Oshi, President of Ben 10 Equipments Inc., has lauded Governor Dikko Radda for his “unprecedented and transformative strides” in agriculture, industry, and education in Katsina State. He described the governor as a model of the visionary, results-driven leadership Nigeria urgently needs. Speaking at a press conference, Ambassador Oshi praised theContinueContinue reading “Ambassador Oshi Hails Governor Radda’s Revolutionary Impact in Katsina, Calls Him “Leader Nigeria Desperately Needs””

Sit-at-Home Protests Show Biafrans Reject Nigeria – USB Deputy PM Orabueze

The Deputy Prime Minister of the United States of Biafra (USB), Dr. Ngozi Orabueze, has declared that the widespread compliance with the Monday sit-at-home protests in the South-East and South-South regions of Nigeria is proof that Biafrans have “delegitimized” the Nigerian government. Dr. Orabueze made this statement via her official X account on Monday, emphasizingContinueContinue reading “Sit-at-Home Protests Show Biafrans Reject Nigeria – USB Deputy PM Orabueze”

NLC Slams Petrol Price Hike, Accuses Government of Excluding Stakeholders

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly criticized the recent hike in petrol prices, describing it as a display of insensitivity toward the plight of Nigerians. The pump price of petrol has surged to between ₦1,050 and ₦1,150 per litre, following price adjustments by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and other depot owners. Speaking to Punch,ContinueContinue reading “NLC Slams Petrol Price Hike, Accuses Government of Excluding Stakeholders”

PDP Candidate, Bada, Calls on CSOs to Monitor Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency Election, Challenges APC’s Ehindero to Debate

by Feyintola Olaribigbe In the lead-up to the February 3rd bye-election for Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency, Hon. Olalekan Bada, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, has extended an invitation to civil society organizations (CSOs) and election observers nationwide, urging them to monitor the election process in Akoko. “Our democracy’s progress hinges on transparentContinueContinue reading “PDP Candidate, Bada, Calls on CSOs to Monitor Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency Election, Challenges APC’s Ehindero to Debate”

PDP Urges Tinubu to Rein in Interior Minister

The Director , Media and Publicity of Olalekan Bada Campaign Organisation , Prince Seyi Sanni has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to caution the Minister of Interior Mr. Bunmi Tunji – Ojo from using paramilitary men and officers to harass electorates during the 3 February bye election. Olalekan Bada is the Peoples Democratic PartyContinueContinue reading “PDP Urges Tinubu to Rein in Interior Minister”

Policy Makers, TCN Management and Social Critica: the way forward

In the last two years’ fewer government agencies have suffered prolonged attacks by social critics than the Transmission Company of Nigeria(TCN)—and always on the same often rehashed subject. In all of these, several attempts have been made to counter the tirades, amongst them conducting on-the-spot media tour of critical areas of the company’s operations forContinueContinue reading “Policy Makers, TCN Management and Social Critica: the way forward”

Ondo 2024: Funmi Ayinke Waheed Adekojo Heats up APC Governorship Race

The political landscape of Ondo State is presently experiencing pure excitement as Engr. Funmi Ayinke Waheed Adekojo joins the governorship race. After much pressure from her community and other statekeholders in the state, the young CEO of one of Nigeria’s leading engineering companies, The FunmiAyinke Engineering Company ltd, has finally unveiled her campaign office inContinueContinue reading “Ondo 2024: Funmi Ayinke Waheed Adekojo Heats up APC Governorship Race”