

One Party State: DON’T BLAME TINUBU
*This article was first published in the New Telegraph on January 15, 2025. If all members of all other political parties in Nigeria decide to pour into one party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), neither the leader, President Bola Tinubu nor the benefitting party (APC) should be blamed. The blame, if at all, should rather…

Renewed Hope Partners: Kalu Bridges South-East to National Growth.
By Acho Marcus Nkire The Renewed Hope Partners (RHP) initiative, launched by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, is a bold step towards ensuring that the South-East region is fully integrated into Nigeria’s national development agenda. Designed as a key vehicle for President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the…

THE PAYOFF LINES BY SAMUEL U. NKIRE
THE PAYOFF LINES is a book about Nigeria, written by Chief SAMUEL U. NKIRE as a way of paying back to society, after practicing journalism for at least fifty years and rising in politics to the position of National Chairman, among other public service engagements. Any reader is sure to enrich his or her knowledge…

APC CHIEFTAIN WOOS MORE MEMBERS OF OPPOSITION
By Rotimi James A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC, Chief Sam Nkire, has further called on members of his party to continue to attract like-minded members of the opposition to APC. In the aftermath of the recent and hugely successful National Summit of the APC held at the Presidential Villa, Chief Nkire reminded…

Ivorian Government Denies Coup Rumours as President Ouattara Chairs Cabinet Meeting
BY RUDOLF AGBAI Ivorian Government Denies Coup Rumours as President Ouattara Chairs Cabinet Meeting ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire – May 22, 2025The presidency of Côte d’Ivoire has firmly denied reports of a military coup, confirming that President Alassane Ouattara presided over a scheduled Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday in Abidjan. A statement from the Ivorian…

DECAMPEES WILL STENGTHEN DEMOCRACY AND APC —- NKIRE
By James Audu Amidst the spate of carpet crossings by opposition bigwigs and their followers, an All Progressives Congress APC bigwig, Chief Sam Nkire, has predicted victory and strength for democracy and the ruling party, APC in the next general elections. Rather than disintegrate and weaken, the APC chieftain said the calibre and quality of…

Nollywood Reigns Supreme at AMVCA 2025: Seven Doors and Lisabi Take Center Stage
By Sowore James The 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) lit up Lagos on Saturday night with a powerful celebration of African storytelling. It was a night defined by cultural pride, cinematic excellence, and emotional wins — with Nollywood’s Seven Doors and Lisabi: The Uprising claiming multiple awards across major categories….

NKIRE COMMENDS RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ABBAS AND KALU
By James Audu Former leader of Abia State All Progressives Congress APC Caucus, Chief Sam Nkire has commended the working relationship between the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas and his deputy, Ben Kalu. According to Chief Nkire, for the Speaker to describe his Deputy as, “dependable partner, reliable copilot in the affairs…

SOUTHERN NIGERIA SHOULD ADOPT TINUBU IN 2027
By Julius Epelle Former National Chairman of the Progressive People’s Alliance PPA, Chief Sam Nkire, has called on the people of Southern Nigeria to adopt President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election. According him, “Bola Ahmed Tinubu is the only one who can win and ensure that power remains…

Alex Pereira Denies Cryptic UFC Tweet, Cites Account Hack Amid Speculation
By Robert .C. Ebuka May 7, 2025 — Former UFC Middleweight and Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira has denied posting a cryptic tweet that expressed frustration with the UFC and hinted at potential retirement. The tweet, which was quickly deleted, stated: “I’ve never spoken poorly of the UFC but with what I’ve just heard I’m…