By: Stacey Ukaobasi Onwuegbuchulam For over fourteen straight days, Nigerians all over the globe have read and heard about a sensational sexual harassment accusation as the number one news topic and this inevitable visibility of this apparently pervasive social vice in Nigeria, gained higher attention because of the heavyweights of the accuser Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan […]
If HURIWA says- Even as alleged details have emerged about how Mr Neda Imasuen, chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics that recommended the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was stripped of his bar licence in New York, US, over allegations of multimillion-dollar fraud and gross misconduct as reported in the media, a call has […]
*Culled from Dr Mark Okoye ll’s FB page For those requesting for more context of the event convened by Prince Engr. Arthur Eze, OFR,… below is the manuscript of his welcome remarks at the event. (Protocol) It is with great pleasure I welcome you to this grand reception for the Governing Board and Management of […]
By: Mark Okoye ll We had an agenda-setting session with cross section of major South East stakeholders convened by Prince Engr. Arthur Eze OFR to conclude our tour to all Southeast States. At this meeting, we received overwhelming support for the Commission including an assurance from Prince Arthur Eze to develop at least one industrial […]
–Mature Minds Corner- By: George Ozalla In a world where physical attraction and sexual intimacy often dominate, it’s refreshing to acknowledge that true love and intimacy encompass far more. My thoughts on the matter underscore the significance of emotional connection, commitment, and friendship in forging lasting relationships. The limitations of physical intimacy are evident. While […]
By: Prof. Benard Odoh(For Stakeholders Committed to a Competitive Future) Imagine two brothers born into the same household but raised with entirely different mindsets. One is trained in structured wealth creation—indoctrinated in the principles of education, global exposure, strategic networking, and calculated risk-taking. The other is left to rely on instinct, hustle, and informal business […]
By: George Ozalla –Opinion– This disturbing and unfortunate matter is indeed complex and multifaceted, extending beyond the realm of superficial understanding. As I aptly remind us, “it’s something that doesn’t have a head that ultimately consumes a head” – a Yoruba proverb that highlights the self-destructive nature of certain conflicts. My candid observation is that […]
By: George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has observed International Women’s Day by calling for increased gender equality in governance. The NHRC Executive Secretary, Dr Tony Ojukwu SAN expressed concern over the gap between policies promoting women’s rights and their actual implementation, which has led to a decline in women’s political representation and […]
By: Frank Tietie On Thursday, I was feeling unwell after two sleepless nights spent working on a fundamental human rights matter when the producer/director informed me that I was scheduled to appear on Arise News Night to discuss the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Nigerian Senate. I considered declining the assignment, especially since […]
For Immediate Release: Friday, March 7, 2025 For More Information: info.nacjd@gmail.com | 646-694-8565 NACJD Demands Immediate Reinstatement of Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, Threatens Global Sanctions on Akpabio and Nigerian Senators Washington, DC.- (Friday, March 7, 2025) The brazen and unlawful suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Nigerian Senate is an outrageous assault on justice, democracy, and […]
