The Labour Party (LP), on Monday urged the Supreme Court to act decisively to uphold the electoral laws by cancelling the results of the 2023 Imo Governorship election, as announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Obiora Ifoh, who gave the indication om Monday at a news conference in Abuja said the Party’s search for justice is in the greater interest of the people of Imo State and democracy. Recall that the Court of Appeal Abuja, had dismissed the appeal by the Labour Party and its candidate, Athan Achonu for lack of…
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The Niger Delta Coalition Vision (NDCV), a group advocating for peace and development in the Niger Delta, has countered a recent open letter written by Mr. Michael Johnny to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federation, Bola Ahmed Tinubu targeting the management of the NDDC. In a statement signed by President General of the coalition HRH Alaowei Amawari; titled: ‘Let chief Michael Ogboku breathe; Stop your Pull Him Down Syndrome’ the coalition considered the said letter, currently circulating on social media and in sections of the mainstream media with the title, “A Solution to the NDDC…
As Nigeria joins other Nations of the World to commemorate the ‘World Youths Day, ‘ the Labour Party(LP) has challenged the Nigerian youths to gear up to take leadership roles in Nigeria and beyond. The chairman of the Party Julius Abure who made the remark on Monday in Abuja while addressing the youth wing of the labor party, insisted that the Nigerian youths have failed to take up leadership positions in Nigeria, unlike their counterparts all over the world. He said, “The Nigerian youths have failed to be role models in Nigerian politics. The Nigerian youths should be able to…
The Board and Management of Igala – Bassa Development Initiative (IBDI) have promised continue to work to develop digital infrastructure, provide digital skills training, and create equitable opportunities for our youths, no matter where they are. Speaking through a statement the Head, Youth Development, Amb. Michael Achor Joshua for Igala – Bassa Development Initiative (IBDI) congratulated the resilient youths of Igala – Bassa in celebration of the International Youth day. He said, the digital infrastructure development forms part of the thematic focused area for the development of Igala-Bassa. “As we are all aware, the youths of Igala -Bassa forms the…
BY Pof Mike Ozekhome SAN, CON, OFR He recently marked his 65th birthday. Precisely on 14th July, 2024, having been born on the same date in 1959. Prince Nduka Obiagbena has certainly changed the tune. Today, I celebrate my good friend Obiagbena, a visionary man of excellence, a trailblazer in the realm of Nigerian journalism and a true pan-Nigerian patriot. As the founder, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of ThisDay Media Group and ARISE News Channel, Prince Obaigbena has left an indelible mark on the landscape of Nigerian media and beyond. His latest innovation Arise Television threatens to pull the rug from…
By Friday Idachaba, Okene. KOGI State Government has released over N1.6 billion to the state Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA) for execution of micro projects across 80 communities in the state under the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES). Chief Dauda Momoh, General Manager of the Agency disclosed this on Monday in Okene in his opening address to the on-going two-day capacity building and training for Community Project Management Committee (CPMC) members. The General Manager said that each of the 80 communities had identified their most pressing needs and the Agency under its Community Driven Development…
***Commends their conduct during the protests The people of Niger State have been commended for their peaceful disposition during the just concluded Nationwide Endbadgovernance protests with minimal cases of violence. The commendation which came from the Niger State government specifically lauded the residents for restraining themselves from active participation in the protest and choosing the path of dialogue, adding “Your commitment to unity, mutual respect, and constructive dialogue is not just commendable, but it is the very essence of our collective dedication to the progress and development of Niger State. In a statewide broadcast to the people, the Acting Governor,…
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has muted his plan to unveil a flagship healthcare intervention programme that will deliver free medical services to people in all parts of the state. He gave the indication while addressing members of the Nigeria Medical Association and other healthcare professionals who were at the government house in Lokoja on his invitation following the conclusion of a 3-day medical outreach by the healthcare professionals in the state under the Nigeria Medical Association in Kogi State. his Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted the governor to have indicated that the…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results for the May/June 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The message read, “The West African Examinations Council is pleased to inform candidates who sat WASSCE for school candidates, 2024 that the result has officially been released today, Monday, August 12, 2024.” A total of 1,814,344 students from 22,229 secondary schools participated in this year’s examination. WAEC’s Head of National Office, Amos Dangut, announced the results in a Monday post on X. other instructions on how to Check The Results Via SMS And Website were alsp included in the…
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr Wale Edun has played host to a high-level Chinese delegation led by Minister Counsellor Wang Yingzi, setting the stage to solidify Nigeria-China alliance. A statement by the Director of information Muhammed manga described the cooperation as a landmark move to bolster economic ties and unlock new investment opportunities in the country according to the statemen, the meeting focused on next month’s Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and explored strengthening Nigeria-China relations. Minister Counsellor Wang expressed China’s commitment to increasing investments in Nigeria and he pledged continued support from Chinese…