The Rivers State Government has issued a stern warning against the use of detergent and other harmful chemicals in the production of ‘fufu’ in the state. ‘Fufu’, just like rice is a staple in many Nigerian homes. It is made from fermented cassava and pounded into a smooth, stretchy dough to be enjoyed with…
Alex Otti, the Abia State Governor, has stated that several places used for examination malpractices, code-named Miracle Centres have been closed down by his administration in most parts of the State. He also said his administration is doing everything to provide conducive learning environment for Abia children. The Governor said this on Wednesday in Umuahia…
The American Military Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID) have written an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, requesting for the immediate release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. The letter, signed by AVID President Dr. Sylvester Onyia and Secretary Dr. Godson Obiagwu, urged the Nigerian government to comply…
The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai’s recent call for a political alliance between the North and the South-South ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement by the President of the group, Comrade Israel Uwejeyan, described El-Rufai’s call as a self-serving maneuver, driven by his personal…
Independent Monitors Group on Economic Reforms, has commended Dangote refinery, for sustaining production and distribution of quality petroleum products in Nigeria. Douglas Inedu, President of Independent Monitors Group on Economic Reforms, in a statement he signed in Abuja, said it took the patriotic act of Dangote refinery to end the era of importation and distribution…
….As Continent May Experience 6m Shortage Of Surgical Care Providers By 2030. Medical practitioners, policy experts, researchers and other key stakeholders have called for urgent mitigation measures to address dwindling numbers of surgical professionals serving Africa’s burgeoning population. Studies delivered at the Pan-African Surgical Conference (#PASC2025) revealed that the surgical experts crisis could reach alarming…
His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr) Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin ( Ige Olakulehin 1), has commended the Igbos for their contribution to the Oyo State economy, while also reiterating his commitment to peaceful co – existence amongst the various ethnic groups in Ibadanland. According to a press release signed by Chief Solomon Olugbemiga Ayoade (the Chief Press…
•••As Mbah Charges Party Faithful On Good Governance. The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, South East has elected a new zonal executive to man the affairs of the party in the region, with Chief Ali Odefa remerging as the Zonal Chairman. The election, which took place during the zonal congress of the party at the Michael…
The wife of the President of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered over 200 persons in Anambra under her Renewed Hope Agricultural Support Program. The Renewed Hope Agricultural Support Program is a medium scale agro support initiative that targets individuals across different age groups who are passionate about earning a living through agro-businesses. The beneficiaries…
Anambra Senator Victor Umeh has called on Yakubu Gowon to apologise to Igbos and document his role in Nigeria’s civil war. Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District in the 10th Nigeria National Assembly, Victor Umeh, has called on former Military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, to apologise to the Igbo people and provide a…
