From Marcus Nkire The Member representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh Onyeocha N’Aba, has announced a three-day skills acquisition programme for youths in the constituency. The training, scheduled for August 27 to 29, 2026, will focus on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) installation and Information and…
From Marcus Nkire The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed the Federal Government’s defence of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, arguing that official claims on debt management, subsidy removal and workers’ welfare do not align with publicly available data. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Senior Special…
From Marcus Nkire Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has pushed back against growing calls for the resignation of Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, following the death of his aide, Mary Habila, describing such demands as premature while investigations remain ongoing. The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation said responsibility for Habila’s death cannot be determined until security agencies…
From Marcus Nkire Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, popularly known as Onyeocha N’Aba, has once again demonstrated his commitment to defending the interests of ordinary Nigerians on the floor of the National Assembly. During a recent engagement with officials of the Nigeria Customs Service, the lawmaker raised critical concerns over policies affecting importers and small business…
By Kevin Ezih The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas to account for the inclusion of more than ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 budget for a presidential council the Presidency says does not exist. In a Freedom of Information…
From Marcus Nkire The Federal Ministry of Works has banned the operation of commercial motorcycles and tricycles on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, citing the need to protect the newly constructed road from misuse and premature deterioration. The directive, which takes effect this week, was announced by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi…
From Marcus Nkire Negotiations between the United States and Iran have concluded without a formal agreement, raising fresh concerns over stability in the Middle East and the future of diplomatic engagement between the longtime adversaries. Officials familiar with the discussions said both sides failed to bridge key differences, particularly on issues surrounding sanctions relief and…
From Marcus Nkire A member of the Abia State House of Assembly, Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr., is set to celebrate his birthday with a mass empowerment programme aimed at supporting constituents in Obingwa West (Uhie) State Constituency. The event, scheduled for April 11, 2026, will take place at Azuogwugwu, Umuaro Village, beginning at 12 noon….
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued as Heavy Rains, Strong Winds LoomResidents in several areas have been placed on alert following a severe thunderstorm warning issued by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, forecasting intense rainfall, strong winds, and possible lightning strikes. According to the agency, the weather system is expected to affect parts of northern and central Nigeria,…
From David Johnson The Deputy Speaker House of Representatives, Ben Kalu at the commissioning of the National Assembly Chapel recently. When you seek the kingdom of God first, you get everything . . Matthew 6:33. The DS, you’ve cut a deal with God through Christ on this. Glory be to God, Amen 🙏— Chief Sam…
