By George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced a two-day Stakeholders’ Policy Review Workshop in Lagos to deliberate on the review of the National Telecommunications Policy (NTP) 2000, with stakeholders converging at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, to assess the trajectory of the sector and chart the next phase of Nigeria’s digital economy.In his […]
The man who saw tomorrow: Senator Akpabio and the uncommon politics of certainty
By Hon Eseme Eyiboh Let us begin with a confession. There is something unsettling about a politician who no longer appears to struggle. In the turbulent theatre of Nigerian politics, where noise is often mistaken for relevance, where primaries resemble wrestling contests and delegate management demands the instincts of a hostage negotiator, a man who […]
How Politicians Can Win Elections by Addressing Sanitation Needs — Prof Jack Sim
By Prosper Okoye Politicians in Nigeria can strengthen their electoral chances by prioritising sanitation and responding to citizens’ demand for basic services, global sanitation advocate Prof Jack Sim said on Tuesday. Sim said public health infrastructure, particularly sanitation, should be treated as a key political issue capable of influencing voter behaviour if properly prioritised. He […]
NUJ Press Week: Oluyede, Okiro, Elumelu, Others Call for Responsible Journalism Ahead of 2027 Elections
By George Ozalla Concerns over fake news and disinformation dominated discussions on Tuesday at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, during the 2026 Press Week Lecture and Awards Ceremony of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, FCT Council.The event, themed “2027 Elections: Defending Nigeria’s Democracy in the Era of Disinformation,” drew journalists, security officials, diplomats, media […]
“Musa: Armed Forces Will Never Abandon Families of Fallen Heroes”
By George Ozalla The Federal Government has again assured families of military personnel who died in active service that they will not be forgotten, as the Honourable Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, on Tuesday received Mr. Hassan Braimah, younger brother of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, at the Ministry of Defence in […]
Customs Launches Smart Declaration Platform to End Airport Delays
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a new digital platform known as the Simplified Customs Advanced Declaration System (SCADS) at the International Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, as part of efforts to improve passenger clearance, reduce delays and strengthen operational efficiency at the nation’s airports.The platform, unveiled on […]
Akpabio Pledges To “Continue To Work Harder” For Constituents
By George Ozalla Massive crowds of party faithful and constituents on Monday turned out for the affirmation of Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District ahead of the next general election.Akpabio, who emerged unopposed as the sole APC aspirant for the […]
Mandate Secured: Victory Claimed in Delta Central APC Primary, Omo-Agege Says
By George Ozalla Former Deputy Senate President and former Governorship Candidate for Delta state in the 2023 general election, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, KSJI , has declared victory in the Delta Central Senatorial District primary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the outcome as a clear and overwhelming mandate from delegates across the district.In […]
DELTA CENTRAL SENATORIAL CHOICE:Time for Urhobo to Wise Up
By Frank Tietie As I write, leaders of Okuama, an Urhobo community in Delta State, remain in detention without formal charges nearly two years after their arrest over allegations linking them to the tragic killing of soldiers of the Nigerian Army during the conflict between Okuama (Urhobo) and Okoloba (Ijaw). In March 2024, Okuama came […]
NCC Promises Better Telecom Services
By George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has assured Nigerians that deliberate regulatory reforms and fresh investments by operators would soon improve telecommunications services across the country amid rising public complaints over poor network quality.The commission gave the assurance following increasing concerns by subscribers over persistent dropped calls, unstable internet connectivity, slow data speeds […]
