By Newscount In a landmark achievement, the House of Representatives has passed four pivotal tax reform bills, paving the way for sustainable economic growth, job creation, and relief for Nigerian citizens. Hon. Uchenna Harris Okonkwo, the lawmaker representing Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, hailed the legislation as a major victory for participatory democracy. Speaking […]
By Newscount The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)’s Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone (FTZ) Command has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening inter-agency cooperation with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to boost security, trade facilitation, and intelligence sharing within the Free Trade Zone. This was highlighted during a courtesy visit by Comptroller Emeka Eneh, Comptroller of […]
By Newscount President Bola Tinubu has made key appointments to the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State, naming Bishop Matthew Kukah as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council. Bishop Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, will lead the university’s governing council alongside other newly appointed members, including Mr. Thomas Etuh, representing […]
Calls for Immediate Cessation of Destabilizing Tactics Against Governor Fubara Prominent rights group, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), has issued a strong warning to the 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what it describes as an “orchestrated […]
Pro-democracy Advocacy Group: HUMAN RIGHTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (HURIWA) has unequivocally defended the right of the young NYSC Corper who recently voiced strong criticisms regarding President Bola Tinubu’s administration. HURIWA affirmed that every citizen has the right to express their opinions and concerns about governmental performance without fear of intimidation or retribution just as […]
By Newscount The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 66 senior police officers to various ranks. This move aims to strengthen the Nigerian Police Force and recognize the outstanding performances of its officers.Twenty senior officers were promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs). Those promoted include Fasuba Akinyele […]
By Frank Tietie “A World Gone Soft” was the title of a feature article in one of the editions of The Economist that I came across while studying law at the University of Benin during the tech boom of the 1990s led by Microsoft. The article wasn’t solely about Microsoft, if I remember correctly. Instead, […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has raised alarm over what it describes as a dangerous plot by the 27 lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to destabilize the Rivers State political landscape and undermine democratic governance. HURIWA’s alarm comes following reports that the lawmakers, led by […]
By Ikechukwu Ani I stumbled on a social media report that faithful Monday afternoon of March 10, 2025 and before me was the shocking news break that my boss (will forever remain my boss), the debonair, industrious and effervescent Chief Hon. (Sir) Dubem Onyia, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, two time Member of […]
Just In:Joy as Hon Peter Aniekwe (Macpee) lights up Olumbansa Ward 2 with Solar Powered Street lights . 14th March, 2025. Jubilation erupted in the Olumbanasa ward 2 in Anambra West Local Government Area of Anambra State as Hon Peter Udeogalanya Aniekwe (Macpee) successfully installed 25 solar-powered street lights in the community. According to Hon […]
