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 […]
by George Ozalla The Midlothian Angel Network (Midlo Angels), one of North America’s fastest-growing angel investment groups, has announced the appointment of Nigeria’s immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), to its Board of Governors. According to a statement from the organisation, the appointment of Gen Musa reflects Midlo Angels’ growing […]
By George Ozalla The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of two staffers of the National Assembly for defrauding job-seekers of a total of N4.8 million by promising them employment into the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). According to a press […]
Feature Commentary By Chukwudi George Ozalla The altercation that occurred yesterday in Gaduwa District of Abuja between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and soldiers guarding a property reportedly linked to a senior military officer has reopened deep questions about authority, discipline, and the rule of law. What should have been a […]
By George Ozalla The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed its stance on the ban of sachet and small bottled alcoholic drinks, insisting that the decision was taken in the interest of public health and national safety. According to a statement signed by the agency’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, […]
