By Wale Obanigba, Esq. The appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations marks an important moment in the country’s diplomatic engagement on the global stage. A seasoned businessman, legal scholar, and politician, Ibrahim brings a blend of intellectual depth, international exposure, and legislative experience that positions him strongly for the…
Social commentators and activists have condemned the violent disruption of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) secretariat commissioning in Bakassi Local Government Area of Cross River State, allegedly carried out by suspected political thugs. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, was captured in a viral video showing hoodlums storming the venue of the ceremony, scattering chairs…
By Ovat Abeng The Anambra State Police Command has intensified security measures across the State as preparations heighten for the second term inauguration of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo. Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga in a statement, said that the Command in collaboration with other security agencies, has also stepped up…
By Ovat Abeng Following the unveiling of electronic membership registration exercise of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) nationwide, by the Anambra State governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, which commenced on March 1, 2026 across the federation and the Federal Capital Territory Abuja, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Anambra State ICT Agency,…
By Ovat Abeng The Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has approved the appointment of Dr. Maureen Uche Umeakuewulu as the new Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Amaku-Awka, Anambra State. According to the press secretary to the governor, Christian Aburime, who disclosed this in a statement in Awka…
By Kelvin Obambon The newly inaugurated Cross River State Local Government Service Commission has pledged to overhaul grassroots administration, promising a new era of professionalism and accountability across the 18 local government areas. In a statement issued in Calabar at the weekend, the Commission’s Chairman, Barr. Eyo Nsa Ekpo, expressed profound gratitude to Governor Bassey…
…Laments eight-month blackout in Big Qua Town By Kelvin Obambon The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has strongly condemned the persistent and worsening electricity situation across the state, specifically highlighting a devastating eight-month blackout in Big Qua community of Calabar. In a communiqué issued following its Congress held on Wednesday, March…
The National Emergency Management Agency has cautioned Nigerians about the increased risk of fire outbreaks and heat-related health challenges following the rising temperatures being experienced across parts of the country. The warning was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the agency’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Manzo Ezekiel, on behalf of the…
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence has disclosed that the country’s air defence systems intercepted multiple aerial threats launched from Iran, as tensions continue to escalate in the region. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Saturday, the ministry said that “UAE air defence systems on 14th March engaged 9 ballistic…
By Ovat Abeng Wife of the Anambra State governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has flagged off training of 6000 Anambra women on various skills acquisition programme in the state. The training tagged;”Anambra Skilled Ladies Training Program” an initiative of the governor’s wife NGO, Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo’s Initiative commence the first phase of training with…
