Day: April 12, 2026

By Mandy Park The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) has declared five former governors from the South-East states persona non grata, accusing them of political betrayal as the region begins to position itself ahead of the 2027 general elections. Those named by the group include David Umahi, Sullivan Chime, Chris Ngige, Okezie Ikpeazu, and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. The announcement was made on Sunday during a press briefing in Enugu by the OYC National President, Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, who alleged that the affected politicians had failed to protect and advance the collective political…

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Photo: Abereke disaster By: Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has urged the Federal and Ondo State governments to take immediate action over the worsening environmental and humanitarian crisis in Abereke community of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, where recurring oil spills and ocean surges have destroyed livelihoods and submerged large parts of the area. In a statement signed by Robert Egbe Media and Communication Officer, CAPPA, following a field visit to the community, the group described the situation as “devastating and fast deteriorating,” warning…

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