By George Ozalla Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to offer scholarships to students from St. Lucia and other Caribbean countries while millions of Nigerian children remain out of school. Obi described the move as an “act of betrayal” against Nigerian children, emphasizing that Nigeria has the […]
PDP Leaders Rally Behind Coalition to Unseat Tinubu in 2027
By Newscount A group of prominent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders have called on party members and patriotic Nigerians to join a coalition aimed at ousting President Bola Tinubu from office in the 2027 presidential election. At a meeting held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja on July 1, 2025, the leaders expressed deep […]
“Beyond Handouts”
*Opinion* By George Ozalla The unhealthy practice of begging can also strain relationships with family, friends, and even strangers. Frequent requests for money can lead to feelings of resentment and mistrust, causing people to become less willing to help. Furthermore, widespread begging can impact societal attitudes towards giving and generosity, potentially resulting in donor fatigue. […]
Gombe Rescue Mission: Barde Reaffirms Commitment to Oust APC
By George Ozalla Muhammad Jibrin Barde, the former PDP Governorship candidate for Gombe State, has reiterated his determination to rescue the state from what he describes as the failed leadership of Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s All Progress Congress (APC) administration. During a recent visit to former Vice President- Atiku Abubakar, the PDP flag bearer in the […]
Beyond Numbers: Why Nigeria’s Economic Vision Needs a Human Face
By Michael Adedotun Oke As Nigeria strives for economic revival, a fundamental truth often gets lost in the spreadsheets: the true measure of economic success lies not just in the data, but in the human faces impacted by development. The nation’s foundational packages and social welfare programs must be tailored to the people’s reality, driven […]
FCT in Crisis: Gwagwalada Strike Highlights Deep-Seated Welfare Issues
By Michael Adedotun Oke As residents of Gwagwalada Area Council grapple with the lingering effects of a strike by local council workers, a familiar tension grips the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). What began as a localized industrial action to press for improved welfare in one of Abuja’s six area councils has quickly become a stark […]
New Era for Afreximbank: Dr. George Elombi Assumes Presidency
By George Ozalla Dr. George Elombi has been appointed as the new President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), succeeding Professor Benedict Oramah, who has served in the role since 2015. The appointment was confirmed at the Bank’s 32nd Annual General Meeting of Shareholders held in Abuja, Nigeria, on Saturday June 28, 2025. Dr. Elombi, […]
“First Female Chairman: Morenike Henry Takes Helm of Nigerian Legion”
By George Ozalla Morenike Grace Henry’s appointment as Chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion marks a historic milestone, as she becomes the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s history. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to gender inclusivity and affirmative action is evident in this appointment, which is a positive […]
“Africa’s Future on the Line: Leaders Call for Economic Self-Reliance and Integration”
By George Ozalla The 32nd Annual General Meeting of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) started this week in Abuja, Nigeria, from June 25, to end on 28, 2025, with over 6,000 delegates from across Africa and beyond in attendance. The event has all the trappings of great leadership transition, with Professor Benedict Oramah set to […]
Peter Obi Praises Ganduje’s Resignation, Calls on Others to Copy
By George Ozalla Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has commended Abdullahi Ganduje, the former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his decision to resign due to health issues. Obi described Ganduje’s resignation as a rare and commendable act in Nigerian politics, setting a precedent for […]
