Senator Samuel Anyanwu, the embattled National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has attributed his recent political struggles to his close relationship with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Saturday, Anyanwu claimed victory in last Friday’s Supreme Court judgment and dismissed the opposition…
Nigeria’s Senate has come under fire from former Education Minister Obiageli Ezekwesili for obstructing a probe into Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claim of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Ezekwesili accused Nigerian lawmakers of acting with impunity and called them a group of nation destroyers. The Economist’s claim that Nigerian politics is a hostile environment…
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, has stated that his administration is making serious efforts to restore the dignity of the people through quality education and health care delivery in the State. A release by his Chief Press Secretary, Njoku Ukoha Njoku, said Governor Otti stated this on Sunday, while playing host to a delegation…
In line with the infrastructural development agenda of his administration, Governor Alex Otti, is set to flag-off the construction of two critical road projects in Umuahia. A release by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, stated that the road projects to be flagged-off include: the- Orpet-Umuafai Ahieke- Lodu road(4.32km) and the Ahieke – Okwuta-Bende…
The nominees for the 2025 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) have been unveiled, celebrating excellence in African cinema and television. This year’s nominations recognise a stellar lineup of actors, filmmakers, and content creators who have made remarkable contributions to the industry over the past year. Leading the acting nominations are Nollywood stars Adedimeji Lateef,…
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has shared her inspiring life journey, highlighting the challenges she faced before becoming the accomplished woman she is today. Speaking at the Nigerian Women’s Day event held on the sidelines of the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations…
Buba Galadima, a key figure in the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and a close associate of the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has dismissed claims of any agreement between the North and South regarding the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in an interview on Sunday, Galadima emphasized that opposition parties should focus on ensuring…
Enugu state governor, Peter Mbah, has, ahead of the forthcoming 2026 National Sports Festival scheduled to hold in the state, vowd to upgrade the state township stadium and Agwu Games Village to a world class standard. The governor, however, emphasized that the state is ready to welcome Nigerians and athletes from across the nation to…
The Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has directed Nigerian Air Force personnel to intensify air offensives against bandits and that they should ensure maximum protection for civilians. This directive aligns with the NAF’s Civilian Harm Mitigation Action Plan, reinforcing commitment to precision air operations that prioritize civilian safety. A statement by…
Gunmen suspected to be members of the proscribed IPOB/ESN militia on March 20, 2025, attacked a restaurant near the Odumegwu Ojukwu University gate in Uli, Anambra State, killing five people. Intelligence sources told EkweAnaedo that about six armed hoodlums drove into Acuvic Kitchen in a black Lexus SUV at around 12:30 p.m. and opened fire…
