Pointblank By Chukwudi George Ozalla Finley Peter Dunne, the American humorist and newspaper commentator of the early twentieth century, once wrote that the duty of journalism is to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable. Dunne was not a field investigator or foreign correspondent; he was a sharp writer who understood the delicate tension between […]
George Ozalla A public statement circulating online has intensified scrutiny over the recent confrontation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and a young military officer, Lieutenant A. Y. Yerima, during a visit to a disputed parcel of land in Abuja said to belong to former Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Awwal […]
George Ozalla The Movement for the Emancipation of Nigeria has called for the immediate resignation of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what it described as an unacceptable display of executive lawlessness during a confrontation with a commissioned officer of the Nigerian Armed Forces, Lieutenant A. Y. Yerima. In a statement […]
By George Ozalla The National Political Summit on Credible Elections and Political Stability of Nigeria has called for sweeping constitutional and electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections, with key national figures urging stronger safeguards to protect the integrity of the ballot and rebuild public confidence in Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The summit, convened on […]
Special Feature by Chukwudi George Ozalla After the gubernatorial election in my state of Anambra, I decided to linger a little longer in my hinterland. There is a special kind of peace and joy here I often enjoy that the city cannot offer. Birds move lightly from branch to branch, singing their morning songs with […]
by George Ozalla President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) as Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for another five-year term. The announcement was contained in a State House statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the […]
by George Ozalla Hon Peter Aniekwe (Macpee), who represents Anambra East and West Federal Constituency, has sponsored a fresh amendment to the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act with a view to improving research output and strengthening support for farmers across the country. The proposed legislation was presented for first reading on the floor of […]
by George Ozalla Former presidential candidate and Labour Party leader, Mr Peter Obi, delivered a compelling address today at the 21st All Nigeria Editors Conference of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in Abuja, urging journalists and editors to take a proactive role in reshaping Nigeria’s public discourse and national identity. Obi highlighted what he […]
by George Ozalla High Chief Martin Nwabueze, Ichie Akubudike, has once again demonstrated his commitment to grassroots empowerment by presenting a brand-new Daylong motorcycle to Mr. Ekene Ejiofor of Umudioka community as he returned to his base after weeks of a demanding governorship campaign in Anambra State. According to a statement posted on the Ichie […]
by George Ozalla The National Chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Ambassador Godknows Boladei Igali, has called for a national apology to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, following the recent public altercation between the minister and a junior naval officer, Lt. A. M. Yerima, said to be […]
