Text of the Broadcast by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, declaring State of Emergency in Rivers state on Tuesday 18 March 2025 Fellow Nigerians, I feel greatly disturbed at the turn we have come to regarding the political crisis in Rivers State. Like many of you, I have watched with concern […]
“Historic Tax Reforms Passed: A New Era of Economic Growth and Relief for Nigerians”.-Hon Okonkwo
By Newscount In a landmark achievement, the House of Representatives has passed four pivotal tax reform bills, paving the way for sustainable economic growth, job creation, and relief for Nigerian citizens. Hon. Uchenna Harris Okonkwo, the lawmaker representing Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, hailed the legislation as a major victory for participatory democracy. Speaking […]
NCS & Immigration Strengthen Ties for Enhanced Security & Trade
By Newscount The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)’s Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone (FTZ) Command has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening inter-agency cooperation with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to boost security, trade facilitation, and intelligence sharing within the Free Trade Zone. This was highlighted during a courtesy visit by Comptroller Emeka Eneh, Comptroller of […]
Tinubu Appoints Bishop Kukah to Lead Federal University of Applied Sciences
By Newscount President Bola Tinubu has made key appointments to the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State, naming Bishop Matthew Kukah as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council. Bishop Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, will lead the university’s governing council alongside other newly appointed members, including Mr. Thomas Etuh, representing […]
HURIWA Condemns Power-Driven Actions of Rivers State Lawmakers Loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike
Calls for Immediate Cessation of Destabilizing Tactics Against Governor Fubara Prominent rights group, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), has issued a strong warning to the 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what it describes as an “orchestrated […]
HURIWA Defends NYSC Corper’s Right to Free Speech, Condemns Unlawful Harassment and Intimidation
Pro-democracy Advocacy Group: HUMAN RIGHTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (HURIWA) has unequivocally defended the right of the young NYSC Corper who recently voiced strong criticisms regarding President Bola Tinubu’s administration. HURIWA affirmed that every citizen has the right to express their opinions and concerns about governmental performance without fear of intimidation or retribution just as […]
“Police Service Commission Promotes 66 Senior Officers to New Ranks”
By Newscount The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 66 senior police officers to various ranks. This move aims to strengthen the Nigerian Police Force and recognize the outstanding performances of its officers.Twenty senior officers were promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs). Those promoted include Fasuba Akinyele […]
*Birthday Reflections on a World Gone Soft*
By Frank Tietie “A World Gone Soft” was the title of a feature article in one of the editions of The Economist that I came across while studying law at the University of Benin during the tech boom of the 1990s led by Microsoft. The article wasn’t solely about Microsoft, if I remember correctly. Instead, […]
HURIWA Condemns pro-Wike Camp’s Plot to Undermine Supreme Court Judgment, Sabotage Rivers Budget and LGA Elections
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has raised alarm over what it describes as a dangerous plot by the 27 lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to destabilize the Rivers State political landscape and undermine democratic governance. HURIWA’s alarm comes following reports that the lawmakers, led by […]
DUBEM ONYIA! GOD WHY NOW?
By Ikechukwu Ani I stumbled on a social media report that faithful Monday afternoon of March 10, 2025 and before me was the shocking news break that my boss (will forever remain my boss), the debonair, industrious and effervescent Chief Hon. (Sir) Dubem Onyia, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, two time Member of […]
