* THISDAY BACKPAGE TODAY By Okey Ikechukwu “I applied for this job, my brother, and I am here to do it”; he said. That was Soludo a few months after he was sworn in as the governor of Anambra State. I ran into him at the Anambra airport. He had the air of: “I will […]
(Full text of the condolence message of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu)
CONDOLENCE MESSAGE OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU GCFR DURING THE FUNERAL OF LATE PROFESSOR HUMPHREY NWOSU HELD AT HIS COUNTRY HOME, AJALLI, ORUMBA NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ANAMBRA STATE, DATED 28TH MARCH 2025 -REPRESENTED BY THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF WORKS, H.E SEN. ENGR. NWEZE DAVID […]
Senate President Akpabio celebrates President Tinubu on his 73rd birthday…Says Tinubu’s passion for Nigeria contagious
Senate President Akpabio celebrates President Tinubu on his 73rd birthday…Says Tinubu’s passion for Nigeria contagious The President of the 10th Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has extended his heartfelt felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Akpabio, in a congratulatory message personally signed by him, described President Tinubu’s passion […]
“Honoring a Hero: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Professor Humphrey Nwobu Nwosu”
–Tribute – By George Ozalla “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell Professor Humphrey Nwobu Nwosu was a true hero who left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s democratic journey. As a distinguished political scientist, he conducted the freest and fairest election in Nigeria’s […]
Press Statement
For Immediate Release House of RepresentativesOffice of the House Spokesman House of Representatives Rescinds Decision on Two Constitution Amendment Bills to Allow for Extensive Debate Abuja, FCT | Thursday, March 27, 2025 – In response to widespread calls for comprehensive constitutional reforms that reflect the aspirations of Nigerians, the House of Representatives remains committed to […]
CASER Petitions Chief Judge Over Unfounded Attacks on Nigerian Judiciary
By George Ozalla A petition titled “Silence is No Longer Golden: The Need to Take Exception to Denigrating Statements and Unfounded Allegations Against the Nigerian Judiciary” signed by Frank Tietie, Esq., Lead Advocate and Executive Director of Citizens Advocacy for Social & Economic Rights (CASER), which was made available to Newscount, has called on the […]
ACG Orbih Stresses Synergy and Professionalism at KLT Command”
By George Ozalla Assistant Comptroller General of Customs (ACG), Charles Orbih, visited the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command on Wednesday, 27 March 2025, emphasizing the importance of synergy between the Command and stakeholders, as well as diligence amongst officers. During the visit, ACG Orbih observed that the success of their mandates depends heavily on […]
Professor Joy Ngozi Ezeilo At 59: A Beacon of Hope for Human Rights and Social
By George Ozalla Happy 59th Birthday to Professor Joy Ngozi Ezeilo, a distinguished academic, human rights activist, and lawyer dedicated to teaching, mentoring, and promoting social justice, human rights, and gender equality. Her remarkable achievements and numerous awards are a testament to her unwavering commitment to creating a more just and equitable society. Professor Ezeilo’s […]
Professor Joy Ngozi Ezeilo At 59: A Beacon of Hope for Human Rights and Social Justice
By George Ozalla Happy 59th Birthday to Professor Joy Ngozi Ezeilo, a distinguished academic, human rights activist, and lawyer dedicated to teaching, mentoring, and promoting social justice, human rights, and gender equality. Professor Ezeilo’s remarkable achievements and numerous awards no doubt reflect her commitment to creating a more just society. Her unwavering determination and resilience […]
Political Machinations and Institutional Bias: The Battle Over Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Recall.
By Eculaw Introduction: A contentious political struggle has erupted in Nigeria, centering on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Allegations of underhanded tactics, institutional bias, and legal manipulation dominate the discourse, raising urgent questions about the integrity of Nigeria’s electoral processes and the rule of law. At the heart of the controversy is […]
