Year: 2026

Photo: Gov Bassey Otu By: Mandy Park Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has announced the resumption of bursary payments for students of the state studying in tertiary institutions, alongside the introduction of special grants for medical students. The governor said the initiative forms part of his administration’s renewed commitment to education, human capital development and the future growth of the state. Otu made the announcement on Thursday during the State Executive Council meeting held in Calabar, where he outlined the next phase of his administration’s governance agenda,…

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Photo: John Okiyi-Kalu By: Mandy Park A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), John Okiyi-Kalu, has declared that his ambition to govern Abia State is driven by a desire to industrialise the state, improve living standards and deliver what he described as “prosperity people can see and feel.” Okiyi-Kalu spoke shortly after undergoing a screening exercise conducted by the PDP governorship screening committee headed by former Kaduna State Governor, Ahmed Makarfi. Describing the exercise as smooth and successful, the former commissioner said the process reflected the internal democratic culture…

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Photo: HON UCHE BEN ODUNZEH. By: Comr Gregory Chidalu In a world full of distractions, opinions, & endless chatter, true strength lies in staying centered on your purpose. Every great leader learns to rise above the noise; to listen, but not be ; to respond,but not react. Uche Ben Odunzeh is a man know for his visionary leadership, resilience, and service to humanity. The joy of the Lord strengthens him to remain steadfast in his mission, to lead with humility,and to overcome trials with grace. This divine joy gives him…

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By: Mandy Park The caucus of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to playing a robust opposition role and remaining loyal to the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The lawmakers made the declaration on Wednesday during a courtesy visit to the National Leader of the NDC, Henry Seriake Dickson, at his Abuja residence. The delegation was led by the House Minority Leader, Victor Afam Ogene, and included Hon. George Ozodinobi, Hon. Okey-Joe Onuakalusi, Hon. Lillian Orogbu, Hon. Atta Thaddeous Achief,…

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Photo:  Governor Bassey Otu By Esther Akiba Senator Bassey Otu, popularly known as “Sweet Prince,” became Governor of Cross River State in May 2023 with a leadership vision anchored on the “People First” agenda. Since assuming office, his administration has pursued policies and programmes aimed at economic revitalization, infrastructure renewal, tourism development, youth empowerment, and institutional reforms across the state. One of the notable areas of achievement has been in economic development, with efforts directed toward reviving moribund industries and attracting investments into the state. The administration has also focused…

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Photo: L-R Obi and Kwankwaso By: Mandy Park Former Governor of Kano State and national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has revealed that his daughter urged him to align politically with Peter Obi ahead of the 2023 presidential election. Kwankwaso made the disclosure during an interview on ARISE News while speaking on the growing political consciousness among Nigerian youths and their influence on the country’s electoral process. According to the former presidential candidate, the 2023 elections reflected a major shift in the political orientation…

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Photo: Chief Chekwas Okorie By: Daniel Kanu In a country where many politicians fade quietly into retirement after decades in public life, Chief Chekwas Okorie has chosen a different path. At an age when many of his contemporaries now enjoy the comfort of political retirement, the veteran statesman and strategist remains deeply committed to the struggle for justice, inclusion, and political relevance for Ndigbo within the Nigerian federation. For decades, Okorie has remained one of the most visible ideological voices from the South-East. He is not merely a politician seeking…

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Photo: Femi Falana, SAN By: Mandy Park The Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the release musical instruments and other items seized by the police during the January 28, 2026 anti-demolition rally at the Lagos State House of Assembly. Magistrate I. O. Alaka gave the order in a ruling on an application by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Mr Femi Falana, on behalf of his clients Mr. Hassan Taiwo Soweto and Mr. Dele Frank. Activists Soweto and Frank are alleged by the police to have committed public…

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