POLITICS

Widespread Voter Apathy characterizes polls at Nyanya, Karu in FCT Chairmanship Polls

By Ada Nkong Election observers have decried the widespread voter apathy witnessed in the 2026 FCT Chairmanship and councillorship election. Though most INEC officials arrived and set up in good time, as at 9:30 ,10 AM fewer than 10 percent of expected voters were at their polling unitElection observers who spoke to us blamed it… Continue reading Widespread Voter Apathy characterizes polls at Nyanya, Karu in FCT Chairmanship Polls

POLITICS

Tension as Reps Disagree Over Electoral Act Amendment

Y Ada Nkong After adopting the Votes and Proceedings of the previous sitting, tension erupted on the floor of the House of Representatives as lawmakers sought to rescind the earlier passage of the Electoral Act amendment. The Speaker, hon. Tajudeen Abbas, put the question to a voice vote. While the “nays” clearly appeared louder across… Continue reading Tension as Reps Disagree Over Electoral Act Amendment

POLITICS

Think Cross River Team Names Hon Emmanuel Ironbar as Chief Convener, Backs Governor Otu’s People-First Agenda

The Think Cross River Team, led by its Convener, Papa Dorncklaimz Enamhe, has paid a solidarity visit to the Chief of Staff to the Governor of Cross River State, Hon. Dr Emmanuel Ironbar, during which the group formally announced him as the Chief Convener of the Think Cross River initiative. The delegation included the team’s… Continue reading Think Cross River Team Names Hon Emmanuel Ironbar as Chief Convener, Backs Governor Otu’s People-First Agenda

POLITICS

NANMF Polls: Nwabuko Returns as Chairman, Charts New Course for Forum

Comrade Clement C. Nwabuko has been re-elected Chairman of the National Assembly New Media Forum (NANMF) for another two-year term, pledging to prioritise members’ welfare, professionalism and institutional growth.Nwabuko was returned unopposed at the Forum’s election held on Saturday, February 7, 2026. In his acceptance speech, he thanked members for the renewed confidence reposed in… Continue reading NANMF Polls: Nwabuko Returns as Chairman, Charts New Course for Forum

Governance

Celebrating Niger State @ 50: Renewing Hope for a Stronger Future

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has called on Nigerians to support the growth and development of Niger State. In a statement celebrating the state at 50, the Minister said "fifty years is more than a milestone, it is a testament to resilience, shared sacrifice, and the enduring hope of a people… Continue reading Celebrating Niger State @ 50: Renewing Hope for a Stronger Future

POLITICS

Dantsoho Restates FG’s Commitment to Broader Investments in Ports’ Development

By Ada Nkong Managing Director of the NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has expressed the federal government's commitment to promoting increased investor participation in ports development . He also  highlighted steps taken to boost the productivity levels of all the nation's maritime gateways. Dr Dantsoho spoke recently during the Investopedia forum held in Lagos with stakeholders… Continue reading Dantsoho Restates FG’s Commitment to Broader Investments in Ports’ Development

POLITICS

Senator Jarigbe Debunks Allegations of Turning Cross River North Contracts into Family Business

By Ada Nkong Following a publication in a media platform accusing the Senator representing Cross River North, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe of turning public procurements into a family business, Senator Jarigbe has offered clarifications as to the contract cited in the publication. While confirming that the said solar street light project has been duly executed and… Continue reading Senator Jarigbe Debunks Allegations of Turning Cross River North Contracts into Family Business

POLITICS

RMAFC Disputed Oil Well Hearing: Cross River Delegation Debunk  walk out Allegations

…as Akwa Ibom Surveyor General disrupts proceedings Former Speaker of Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt Hon John Gaul Lebo, has stated that the Cross River State delegation to the Federal Government Inter-Agency Technical Committee programme in Abuja on the plotting of disputed and newly drilled oil and gas wells between Cross River State… Continue reading RMAFC Disputed Oil Well Hearing: Cross River Delegation Debunk  walk out Allegations

POLITICS

ADC Stakeholders Strategize Towards 2027

By Ada Nkong The African Democratic Congress is drawing up strategies that will enable candidates of the party to hit the ground running on the assumption of office. Hon. Chille Igbawua Special Adviser  on research, policy and strategy  to the ADC National Chairman made this known while receiving a draft strategic plan from Engr Daniel… Continue reading ADC Stakeholders Strategize Towards 2027