A witness has told the court how the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu was arrested in a hotel. This followed the resumed trial of the IPOB leader on Tuesday at the Federal High Court, Abuja. Four senior advocates have joined the defence team, namely: Audu Nunghe, Joseph Akubo, Emeka…

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, under the leadership of Senator Azuta Mbata, has expressed profound sorrow at the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, 21st April 2025, at the age of 88 in his papal residence, Domus Sanctae Marthae, Vatican City. In a statement issued on Thursday night, Senator Mbata conveyed the heartfelt condolences…

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says his administration will always prioritize and put the workers first, to build a State that works for every hard-working person. Governor Otti stated this Thursday, while addressing Abia workers at the Umuahia Township Stadium during the 2025 International Workers’ Day celebration. He said that the State Government will…

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has reportedly dismissed 27 of his aides for attending a pro-Tinubu and pro-Wike rally organized by a political group known as the New Associates. The rally, initially scheduled for April 12, 2025, in Yenagoa, was intended to inaugurate the Bayelsa State chapter of the group and express appreciation to President…

In a bold move to industrialize Ebonyi State and position it as a major commercial hub in Nigeria, the Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has officially flagged off the construction of an Industrial City at Ezzangbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Governor Nwifuru described…

Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi state has again joined the calls for establishment of State Police, positing such establishment will help curb the growing security challenges in the country. The Governor revealed this on Wednesday in his office while playing host the new Assistant Inspector of Police in charge of Zone 9, Umahia, Abia state,…

Hon. Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, National Assembly Liaison Officer recently represented Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti at a diplomatic dinner hosted by the Israeli Embassy in Abuja to commemorate Israel’s 77th Independence Anniversary. The event brought together senior diplomats, political leaders, and representatives from across Nigeria. Speaking at the event, Hon. Chinasa emphasized the importance…

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has raised an alarm over the failure of newspaper organisations in Nigeria to remit over N1.3 billion in pension contributions owed to their retired journalists. This was made known by PenCom Director-General Omolola Oloworaran during a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Press Council (NPC), as disclosed in a statement released…

Former Delta State Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has said he regretted his decision to run as the vice-presidential candidate alongside Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 presidential election, admitting that it contradicted the zoning and wishes of his people. Speaking in an interview, Okowa described his acceptance of the role as a misalignment with the…

PRESS STATEMENT The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) hereby condemns the recent meeting held by the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Richard M. Mills Jr, on Monday with the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), the leaders of the Fulani terrorist herdsmen. We express our deep…