Year: 2026

Ikpeazu eulogizes Philips Nto on his birthday

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Photo: Prof Philips Nto By Cecelia Abiodun Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain,Dr Okezie Victor Ikpeazu has described the former Abia State Commissioner for Finance and Economic, planning, Prof Philips Nto as a bridge builder whose commitment to the mentoring of the youths remains outstanding. In a goodwill message to Prof Nto ahead of his birthday celebration which comes up tomorrow, October 28th,2026, Ikpeazu who is the immediate past Governor of Abia, commended him for his efforts at nation building. ” Your life journey stands as a testament to dedicated service, intellectual…

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NDC Unveils Abuja Secretariat, Inaugurates Presidential Campaign Council as Obi Vows War on Corruption

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Presidential Candidate Promises Emergency Measures on Security, Agriculture, Education, Healthcare and Electricity, Says Nigerians Will See Measurable Results From Day One. By: Mandy Park The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has stepped up preparations for the 2027 general elections with the unveiling of its new national secretariat in Abuja, the inauguration of its National Presidential Campaign Council, and the presentation of certificates of return to candidates contesting on its platform. At a dinner held in the Federal Capital Territory on Monday, October 26, 2026, the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, pledged…

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US Pastor Marries Second Wife, Says Monogamy Is Unbiblical

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Photo: Ford and his two wives By Mandy Park A United States-based pastor, Israel Ford, has announced his marriage to a second wife, Shakayla Ford, arguing that the belief that a man should have only one wife is not supported by the Bible. Ford, who is associated with LifeWorks Church in Wickliffe, Ohio, made the announcement in a Facebook post on Sunday, accompanied by a video recorded at the church. The pastor introduced Shakayla to his followers as his second wife, while identifying his first wife, Lydia Ford, as being…

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WIP Confers ‘Knight of World Peace’ Award on FUOYE VC, Ogunwole

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Photo: When WIP Conferred ‘Knight of World Peace’ Award By Mandy Park The Vice Chancellor (VC) of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole, has received the Knight of World Peace (KWP) award from the World Institute for Peace (WIP) at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre, Abuja. This was revealed in a report written by FUOYE’s Director of Communication and Corporate Affairs, Dr. Sunday Saanu, and published on the university’s website. The report indicated that the award was bestowed on the FUOYE VC on account of his leadership qualities…

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Senator Abba Moro Sympathizes With Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Over Mother’s Death

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Photo : Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Mother Prof Kamene By Emmanuel Eche’Ofun John, The senator representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, Comrade Abba Moro, PhD, extends his heartfelt condolences to former Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, over the death of her mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo. Senator Moro describes the late scholar and matriarch of the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family as an exceptional woman who distinguished herself in life, raised illustrious children, and attained the pinnacle of her academic career before passing away…

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Gov Otu’s Wife, Bishop Eyoanwan, Concludes Humanity Tour, Distributes Over 15,700 Empowerment Items Across Central, Northern Cross River

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Gov Otu’s Wife, Bishop Eyoanwan at the empowerment occasion By Mandy Park The Wife of the Governor of Cross River State, Her Excellency Bishop Dr. (Mrs.) Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, has successfully concluded her Humanity Tour and Empowerment Programme across the Central and Northern Senatorial Districts of the state, at Ikom Stadium and St. Thomas Teachers Training College now McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, reaffirming her commitment to grassroots development, economic empowerment, poverty alleviation and improved livelihoods for vulnerable families. This was disclosed in a statement released on Saturday by her…

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Ogoja Empowerment Incident: C’River Govt Mourns, Pledges Transparent Investigation, Accountability

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Photo: Gov Bassey Otu Mandy Park The Cross River State Government has expressed profound sorrow over the reported loss of life following an alleged stampede at an empowerment distribution centre in Ogoja Local Government Area on October 22, assuring the public that the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident will be investigated transparently and appropriate measures taken to prevent a recurrence. In a statement expressing the government’s deep concern, the state described the incident as a painful development that demands compassion, sensitivity and responsible action, extending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved…

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Breaking: Tinubu’s 2027 re-election may deepen hardship, Adesogan warns

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Photo: President Tinubu By: Daniel Kanu A commentator, John Adesogan, has warned that President Bola Tinubu’s possible re-election in 2027 could expose Nigerians to further economic hardship, citing concerns over electricity subsidies, petrol prices, taxation, food costs and insecurity. Adesogan, in a commentary titled Seven Problems Every Nigerian Might Face If Tinubu Returns in 2027, raised the alarm that the continuation of the administration’s economic policies could increase the financial burden on households and businesses already grappling with the rising cost of living. He listed the proposed phase-out of electricity…

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Governor Otu Issues Stern Warning to Political Sponsors of Arms, as DSS Intercepts Weapons in Cross River

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Photo: Governor Otu By Mandy Park Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has issued a forceful warning to politicians, their sponsors and all individuals who may be contemplating the use of arms to advance political interests, declaring that his administration will not permit the state to be converted into a theatre of violence, bloodshed, intimidation or electoral disruption. The Governor’s warning follows the interception of a cache of sophisticated weapons along the Bekwarra–Ogoja axis by security operatives, in an operation that has heightened concerns over the possible movement…

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Obi to the mother of slain Enugu supporter, “You have another son in me’ …promises mother monthly stipend

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Photo: Obi sympathizing with Madam Nwolie during his visit By Mandy Park The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has pledged to support the mother of Ifeanyi Nwolie, his supporter who was reportedly shot dead during a political activity in Enugu State. Obi, who attended Nwolie’s burial in his hometown of Afa, Udi Local Government Area of the state, on Thursday, promised to stand in for the deceased and provide financial support to his mother. The former Anambra State governor also offered to pay the equivalent of…

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