by George Ozalla Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has commissioned the 1.2-kilometre Nzegwu Okoye Road in Umueri, Anambra East Local Government Area, a project entirely funded and executed by the traditional ruler of Umueri, Igwe Ben Emeka, under the state’s Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP) initiative.The commissioning ceremony drew community leaders, residents, and state officials, highlighting a growing […]
ICPC appoints Temilade Aderemi Okesanjo as resident consultant, strategy and communications
by George Ozalla The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has appointed Mrs Temilade Aderemi Okesanjo as Resident Consultant, Strategy and Communications, as part of efforts to strengthen institutional alignment, organisational effectiveness and public engagement across the Commission’s operations.The appointment marks the first time strategy has been formally incorporated into a resident consultant […]
Finishing Strong: Behold the Hour Cometh…
By Rt Hon Eseme Eyiboh, mnipr There are moments in a nation’s life when institutions are reminded—quietly but unmistakably—that time does not negotiate with comfort. Nigeria’s Senate, returning from the conviviality of Christmas recess and New Year reflection to the discipline of plenary, has arrived at such a moment. The period of acclimatization has passed. […]
NCC Unveils Q4 2025 Network Performance Report, Reports Steady Gains and Flags Remaining Gaps
by George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Wednesday 28th. January, 2026 released its Quarter Four 2025 Network Performance Report, presenting fresh data showing steady improvement in network quality across the country while acknowledging persistent gaps in coverage, upload speeds and the rollout of fifth generation services.The report was formally presented at the Commission’s […]
Millions of Nigerian Children Remain Out of School
By Prosper Okoye Millions of Nigerian children are still not attending school, a child-focused organisation has warned, as the world marks International Education Day. Saffron Social Development Global Foundation said large numbers of children — especially those from poor and vulnerable backgrounds — continue to be denied access to safe and inclusive education across the […]
NCC Moves to Impose N12.4bn Penalty on Telecom Operators Over Poor Service Quality
by George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is preparing to levy potential penalties totalling about N12.4 billion on major telecommunications operators for widespread breaches of network quality standards, intensifying regulatory enforcement amid persistent consumer complaints and service shortfalls.The regulator said pre‑enforcement notices have been issued to affected companies as cases progress through internal processes, […]
Benue to Set Up Energy Commission, Signs MoU with REA
by George Ozalla The Benue State Government has announced plans to establish a State Energy Commission as part of efforts to reposition the power sector, attract private investment and expand access to reliable electricity across the state.Governor Hyacinth Alia disclosed this in Abuja during a strategic engagement with the Rural Electrification Agency, REA, where the […]
Otti, Kalu Disagree Over Project Demolition
by George Ozalla Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has accused the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, of promoting political theatrics and disregarding due process, insisting that his administration has no room for what he described as petty political confrontations.The governor’s position was conveyed in Umuahia through a statement signed […]
NHRC Condemns Forced Evictions in Lagos, Flags Sit-at-Home Enforcement in Anambra
by George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed grave concern over recent demolitions and evictions in Lagos and Anambra States, warning that the actions raise serious human rights implications.Dr. Tony Ojukwu OFR, SAN, Executive Secretary of the Commission, described the ongoing demolitions of waterfront and informal settlements in Makoko, Lagos, as alarming, […]
Failed Coup Plot Leader and Co‑Accused Officers to Face Trial in Nigeria
by George Ozalla Brigadier General Musa Abubakar Sadiq of the Nigerian Army has been identified by the Defence Headquarters as the senior officer at the centre of a failed coup attempt against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government. Military authorities said he and 15 other officers are to be arraigned before a military court following the […]
