By Ndudirim Sylvia Iloka At a press briefing today, marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, Russian officials combined remembrance of World War II with a forceful defense of their current geopolitical stance, arguing that the battle to preserve historical truth continues in today’s conflicts. Under the theme “81 Years of […]
By George Ozalla A frontline aspirant for the Orumba North and South Federal Constituency seat under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Dr Odiraa Nwankwor, has pledged to commit the rest of his life to public service, with emphasis on policies that produce visible results.Speaking to journalists Monday in Abuja after obtaining his nomination form […]
By Ndudirim Sylvia Iloka The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over rising tensions in South Africa following reports of violent protests targeting foreign nationals and the deaths of two Nigerians allegedly in the custody of security agencies. Speaking during a high-level diplomatic meeting in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of […]
By Ndudirim Sylvia Iloka The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced a fresh adjustment to its schedule for the 2027 general elections, extending deadlines for aspirants and revising key screening dates. In a press statement released on Monday, the ruling party confirmed that the sale and submission of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms will […]
By George Ozalla Former Governor of Anambra State and leading opposition figure, Peter Obi, has resigned his membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing deepening internal crisis and what he described as a toxic political environment.Obi announced his decision on Sunday, explaining that it followed careful reflection on developments within the party and the […]
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called for sustained cooperation between the media and security agencies as part of efforts to strengthen press freedom and promote national development.The union made the call in a media release to commemorate the 2026 World Press Freedom Day, noting that a free, independent and responsible […]
By George Ozalla The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released a detailed timetable for its 2026 primary elections, outlining a step-by-step schedule for the emergence of candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the party urging strict compliance with its constitution and the Electoral Act.The timetable, according to a press statement signed by the […]
By George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for zero tolerance against violations targeted at journalists and media organisations in Nigeria, stressing that press freedom remains central to the survival of democracy.Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Dr Tony Ojukwu, made the call as Nigeria joined the rest of the world to mark […]
By George Ozalla President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has appealed to the people of the South East to guide their youth away from armed struggle against the Nigerian government, stressing that lasting development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace.Akpabio made the call during the funeral of former Administrative Secretary of the defunct […]
By George Ozalla The League of Anambra Journalists in Abuja (LAJA) has congratulated Nigerian workers on the occasion of Workers’ Day 2026, calling for resilience as many continue to navigate economic and social pressures across the country.In a press statement signed by its President, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, alongside Secretary Princess-Ekwi Ajide, the League said the […]
