By George Ozalla President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commenced the construction of a new headquarters annex building for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja. This development marks a significant milestone in addressing the commission’s longstanding office space challenges. The current INEC headquarters, commissioned in December 1997, was designed to accommodate eight commission […]
Iwuanyanwu’s Will: Wife Banned from Remarrying
By Newscount The late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, a renowned elder statesman and former President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has left behind a will that includes a surprising condition for his wife, Lolo Frances. According to the document, released on June 16, 2025, and managed by Chief Chukwuma Ekomaru (SAN), Frances is prohibited from remarrying if she […]
Nigeria’s Population Puzzle: High Fertility Rate
By George Ozalla The 2025 State of the World Population Report, launched in Abuja on Tuesday, reveals Nigeria’s high fertility rate and reproductive health challenges. According to UNFPA’s Representative in Nigeria, Koessan Kuawu, Nigeria’s fertility crisis begins from reproductive rights and access deficits rather than cultural preferences alone. “The Nigerian fertility crisis is not normal; […]
NHRC Raises Alarm Over Killings in Benue, Plateau
By George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of violent attacks and killings in Benue and Plateau States, Nigeria. According to Dr. Tony Ojukwu, OFR, SAN, Executive Secretary of the NHRC, in a press release signed by Fatimah Agwai Mohammed, Director of Corporate Affairs and External […]
PSC to Leverage Forensic Studies in Policing
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has revealed plans to leverage forensic and DNA studies to build a new Police Force for a new Nigeria. According to the PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd mni), the Commission believes that embracing forensic and DNA studies is crucial in addressing modern crimes that have gone scientific and transnational. […]
NCS Drives Data-Driven Communication at APRA 2025
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reinforced its position as a trailblazer in strategic public engagement by taking part in the 36th Annual Conference of the African Public Relations Association (APRA). The conference, themed “Transforming Africa through Safe and Responsible Digital Communication,” convened over 500 stakeholders, including communication scholars, policy-makers, corporate executives, […]
“Blood on Our Hands: The Benue Tragedy Demands Action”
By George Ozalla Former Governor of Anambra State and former Labour Party Presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi has decried the latest onslaught going on in Benue state. According to Obi, “my heart is heavy as I learn of yet another horrific series of killings in Benue of women, children, soldiers, and displaced persons, all senselessly […]
NASS Poised to Make Mr President’s Visit on June 12 a Law – says Almustapha, Tinubu has done well- Hon Akinlayo
By George Ozalla Hon. Aliyu Ibrahim Almustapha, the Honorable Member representing Wurno/Rabah Federal Constituency of Sokoto State and Chairman, House Committee on Alternative Education, has reaffirmed the fact that the National Assembly plans to make it a tradition for the President to jointly sit with federal lawmakers on June 12 to address the nation to […]
Ojukwu Hails Tinubu Over Prof. Nwosu’s National Honor By George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has extended its warmest congratulations to the Federal Government and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for recognizing the invaluable contributions of Prof. Humphrey Nwosu to Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement signed by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Tony […]
CUPP Slams Tinubu’s FCTA Over N39bn ICC Renovation, Accuses Administration of ‘Self-Glorification’
By Newscount The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has strongly criticized the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) over its decision to spend N39 billion on refurbishing the Abuja International Conference Centre (ICC). According to CUPP, this expenditure is a clear example of misplaced priorities and a quest for self-glorification by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. […]
