Month: April 2026

By Mandy Park Opposition political parties in Nigeria have resolved to form a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), warning against what they described as attempts to impose a one-party state ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of a National Summit of opposition parties held on Saturday in Ibadan, Oyo State. In the declaration, the parties accused the APC of undermining democratic principles and pledged to resist any efforts that threaten Nigeria’s multi-party system. They insisted that,…

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Photo : Ace Journalist Michael Jegede By Mandy Park Germany-based businessman and ICT consultant, Chief Olayinka Segelu Akintola Oladimeji, has congratulated renowned journalist and speechwriter, Mr. Michael Jegede, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dependable professional and trusted associate whose contributions to journalism and public communication have remained invaluable. In a congratulatory message released on Friday, Chief Oladimeji expressed gratitude to God for Jegede’s life, acknowledging what he described as God’s enduring grace, mercy, and loving kindness that have sustained and elevated the journalist over the…

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Photo: Governor Alex Otti delivering TheNiche lecture By: Mandy Park Abia State Governor Alex Chioma Otti has delivered a sweeping critique of Nigeria’s political economy, warning that poor leadership choices, corruption, and voter apathy remain the biggest obstacles to economic progress. Speaking at the 2026 edition of TheNiche Annual Lecture held at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Otti declared that Nigeria’s economic fortunes are inseparable from its political decisions, stressing that the 2027 general elections will determine whether the country moves toward prosperity or deeper decline. Delivering a lecture…

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Photo: Dr Philips Nto By: Mandy Park A former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning in Abia State, Dr Philips Nto on Friday declared that he has accepted the genuine calls by well meaning citizens for him to contest the Abia North Senatorial seat under the All Progressive Congress ( APC) in 2027. ” With obedience to the will of God, with humility and respect to my teeming well wishers who have urged me to enter this race, I wish to offer myself for service at this critical and pivotal…

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Photo: Dr Alex Otti, Abia State Governor By: Daniel Kanu The 2026 edition of TheNiche Lecture held today , Thursday, April 23, in Lagos, was an intellectual harvest that brought together top political, traditional, academic and labour leaders for a robust conversation on Nigeria’s economic direction, governance choices, and national priorities. At the occasion that was well attended by the high and mighty the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, the Emir of Kano, pointed the way forward to reposition the economy for better impact. General Ike Nwachukwu (Rtd) Prof Anya…

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Photo: Comrade Joe Ajaero, NLC President By: Mandy Park President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been awarded the 2026 Arthur Svensson International Prize for Trade Union Rights in recognition of his commitment to defending workers’ rights and promoting democratic freedoms. The Arthur Svensson Prize, established in honour of Norwegian trade unionist Arthur Svensson, is one of the world’s most respected honours in the labour movement, often spotlighting individuals and organisations operating in restrictive or high-risk environments. The prestigious prize, conferred annually by the Arthur Svensson International…

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Photo: Prof. Onwualu By: Mandy Park The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has approved the appointment of Professor Peter Azikiwe Onwualu, a professor of Agricultural Engineering and current VC of African University of Science and Technology, Abuja; and also a former DG/CEO of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council, as the Chairman/Pro-Chancellor of the Governing Council for Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam. As a distinguished engineer and award-winning administrator who has contributed extensively to the development of Agricultural and Materials Engineering in Nigeria, Professor Onwualu…

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