Pro-democracy advocacy organization: HUMAN RIGHTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (HURIWA) has described as deeply troubling the Senate’s decision to summon Ahmad Isah, CEO of Brekete Family Radio, over a broadcast involving Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. HURIWA said the invitation trivialises the business of law making just as it says that soon, the National Assembly […]
Clampdown on fake drugs: NAFDAC, NCS, NPF should dismiss Seaports, Airports security chiefs found wanting:
counsels NAFDAC’s DG to step up her personal security to avoid Dora Akunyili scenario Even as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said it had sealed over 11,000 shops while 40 individuals have been arrested in its ongoing nationwide clampdown on fake and substandard medicines, a call by the HUMAN […]
Senator Natasha Akpoti’s Macabre Dance in Brekete Family Radio
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s recent engagement with Brekete Family Radio raises serious concerns about adherence to Senate protocols. The Senate is a hallowed chamber governed by strict standing orders, and any discourse concerning its rules and procedures should remain within its confines, not in a market place. Senators are therefore under strict obligation to uphold these […]
“Unity & Love Reign Supreme at Larry Ekwunife & Jessica’s Wedding”.
By: George Ozalla Saturday, February 22, 2025, was a day of grand celebration in Abuja FCT as dignitaries from across Nigeria and by extension abroad gathered to witness the union of Larry Ekwunife and his bride, Jessica. The groom, son of Chief Larry and Senator (Dr) Uche Ekwunife, Director General of South East Governors Forum, […]
IS IT THERE?
By: Ify Uche No one can give what they don’t have in the first place. Deep calls unto deep, and where there is disparity in depth, deep will out of pain and pointless grinding continue to call unto shallow. If you find yourself in a situation where you consistently give unrequited love, care, attention, honour, […]
Businessman Cries Out Over Demolition of N700m Property in Onitsha, Accuses LGA Chairman of High-Handedness
By: Karen James In Onitsha, Anambra State Tension is brewing in Onitsha South Local Government Area as a businessman Uzoeto Sabest has accused the council chairman, Chief Emeka Orji, of unlawfully demolishing his property worth over N700 million. Speaking to journalists at the site of the demolished buildings on Silas Works Road, Onitsha, a visibly […]
Two Families Bury Kidnapped Sons in Anambra Amidst Worsening Insecurity By: Newscount It was an unpalatable gathering with grief and anguish in Ogidi in Idemmili North Local Government Area, Anambra State, as two promising young men were laid to rest yesterday. Being birthed in a state where insecurity has become the order of the day […]
“Climate Action Now: African Scholars, Experts Sound the Alarm”.
By: George Ozalla Abuja, Nigeria – The 2025 Regional Africa Human Rights Academic Network Conference came to a close yesterday, leaving an indelible mark on the continent’s pursuit of human rights, environmental sustainability, and climate justice action. The 3-day gathering which commenced on Wednesday 19th- Friday 21st February 2025 in Abuja, brought together good number […]
Akpabio Acted Within the Province of the Law: A Case for Decorum in Legislative Proceedings
By: Yusuf Ali The controversy surrounding Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s recent action regarding Senator Natasha Akpoti calls for a balanced perspective grounded in the principles of parliamentary decorum, constitutional law, and ethical integrity of the legislature.First, it is essential to acknowledge that the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) indeed guarantees […]
PANDEF Notifies Akpabio of Pa Clark’s Demise
By: Newscount According to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio I received in courtesy, the leadership of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) led by the National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, in my office. I was also joined by the leadership of the Senate to receive the Forum’s leadership. The PANDEF leadership were in my office […]
