By George Ozalla The Nigerian media industry was plunged into grief on Monday following the death of Somtochukwu Christelle “Sommie” Maduagwu, a reporter, producer and news anchor with Arise News, who was fatally attacked in her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja during an alleged armed robbery. According to a statement released and signed […]
ICPC Strengthens Ties with Deaf Association
By George Ozalla The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive governance by pledging stronger collaboration with the Nigeria National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) in the fight against corruption. Speaking at the NNAD National Convention in Abuja on Wednesday, the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, […]
My Blood, Your Blood, Our Blood
By George Ozalla Blood is life. It runs through every vein, every artery, every corner of the human body, carrying with it the very essence of survival. Yet, in its abundance within us, we often forget that for someone else it may be the only thing standing between life and death. The act of donating […]
PLANNED TERRORISM AT DANGOTE REFINERY
By Frank Tietie I hear some neo-terrorists want to invade the Dangote Refinery to stop the supply of gas to it. I invite them to check out the definition of ‘terrorism’ in the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act. The Nigerian government must protect legitimate private businesses from the ‘entitlement mentality’ of many Nigerian workers’ unions. […]
NCS Launches Reform to Cut Cargo Clearance to 48 Hours
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has unveiled a One-Stop-Shop (OSS) Initiative aimed at reducing cargo clearance time from the current 21 days to just 48 hours. The reform was formally introduced on Thursday, September 23, 2025, during a high-level meeting of Customs Management and Area Controllers in Abuja. Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale […]
Amaechi’s First Son, Chikamkpa, Weds Anita in Abuja Amid Glamour and Prayers
By George Ozalla Abuja came alive on Saturday, September 27, 2025, with splendour, grace, and history as Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi, first son of former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, exchanged vows with his beloved, Anita Nwabueze, daughter of High Chief Martin Nwabueze (Akubudike) of Umudioka, Anambra State, in a dazzling white wedding that […]
FRSC Boss Says Arming Operatives May Be Only Way to Enforce Traffic Laws
By George Ozalla The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, on Thursday said equipping road safety operatives with arms may be necessary to enforce traffic regulations effectively on Nigeria’s highways, arguing that officers currently face overwhelming risks when confronting heavy-duty vehicles. Speaking on ARISE News, Mohammed painted a stark picture […]
Ukachukwu Vows to Tackle Insecurity, Support CMO Projects
Special News Report By Nnedinma Michael Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming Anambra election, has assured the people of Aguata Local Government Area of his commitment to good governance if elected. Ukachukwu gave the assurance during the 2025 maiden Diocesan Convention of the Catholic Men Organization (CMO), […]
The Perils of Unchecked Pardon and the Fragility of Justice
Viewpoint By George Ozalla I have painstakingly researched and therefore make bold to state that every society where justice is treated as a privilege rather than a right, there exists the danger of abuse, corruption, and eventual breakdown of moral order. The abuse of pardon, particularly when unchecked, provides a fertile ground for this decay. […]
Why Wike Should Resign or Be Sacked:A Call to Organized Civil Society in Nigeria to Uphold Anti-corruption Standards with Consistency.
By Frank Tietie The revelations by Nigerian social crusader, investigative journalist, and activist Omoyele Sowore regarding the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, are serious and warrant the attention of all Nigerians who care about the integrity of the country. Sowore has alleged that Wike laundered funds and concealed the purchase of […]
