As the quest for Anioma state creation rises in momentum, a prominent leader of the All Progressives Congress APC, in Delta state, Chief Emmanuel Eboh, wants members of the state house of assembly from Delta North to show commitment towards the struggle. Chief Eboh gave the charge in a press interview after the senate public hearing on agitation for Anioma state and other constitutional issues, held last weekend at Ikot – Ekpene, Akwa Ibom state. The APC stalwart flayed the Delta North state lawmakers for what he described as their “ lukewarm attitude “ to the Anioma state creation movement.…
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By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr An indigene of Egbudu-Akah community has called for unity and an end to the lingering kingship dispute, urging residents to respect their cultural heritage and the provisions of Nigeria’s Constitution regarding traditional practices and succession. In a public statement shared with community members, the speaker clarified that the kingship dispute surrounding the late His Royal Majesty, Obi Paul Okolie II, was rooted in misunderstandings about traditional marriage customs—particularly the Levirate marriage practice, locally known as Igbulu Nanzo. According to the statement, contrary to claims by some factions, the late monarch was indeed a legitimate…
In a bold and passionate statement, Senator Ned Nwoko has reiterated his unwavering commitment to the creation of Anioma State, declaring that though he did not initiate the current political fight, he is, however, determined to see it through to victory. Speaking with renewed confidence and the backing of prominent stakeholders, Senator Nwoko emphasized that the support from traditional rulers, political leaders, women, youths, and the general populace across Delta North has been “momentous, colossal, and irreversible.” Stating his resolve to the actualisation of Anioma state, he said: “I did not start the fight, but I will finish it,” underscoring…
APC: Why Ganduje resigned as party national Chairman – Orji Kalu The chairman of Senate Committee on South East Development Commission, SEDC, and former Governor of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu, has revealed the reason behind Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje’s resignation as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC. The sudden resignation of Ganduje as the APC national Chairman is generating quite a lot of reactions in the public space. Many Nigerians did not see that happening, but the ruling party has maintained that it was done in good faith. Ganduje, a former two-term governor of Kano State, resigned…
Participants at the Senate committee public hearing on the creation of Anioma state on Friday were unanimous in their support for the creation of the state. The event which held at Ikot Ekpene in Akwa Ibom state was a gathering of Anioma people who are desirous of achieving a long term goal of statehood. While numerous bills were presented for review by the constitution review committee, it was the proposal for the creation of Anioma State that stirred the most passionate response from the participants. The tightly packed hall erupted with thunderous “No!” chants when Senator Seriake Dickson, South South…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr A member of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. (Barr.) Ifechukwukwu Bridget Anyafulu, has congratulated five exceptional students from public schools in Delta State for their outstanding victory at the prestigious World School Debate Championship held in Doha, Qatar. The victorious students — Wisdom Chukwuma, Otorvo Uyoyou, Abraham Honour, Ekhamateh Splendour, and Alika Daniel — earned global acclaim after emerging champions at the highly competitive event, showcasing their intellectual prowess and eloquence on the international stage. In a statement issued on behalf of her family and the people of Oshimili South, Hon. Anyafulu…
by Funke Egbemode Kudi, fine-girl-no-pimples, was one of those undergraduates who lived their lives on their own terms on campus. Kay-girl, as she was fondly called, was an ‘aristo’ girl. Small small boys were not her thing. She liked them known and rich, politicians and business tycoons. The age or size of their bellies did not matter. They just needed to be loaded in their pockets but if they were loaded ‘downstairs’ too, ah, that was an added advantage. Once, according to Kay-girl, she had ended up with a rich, fat ‘sugar daddy’ whose only load was in his pocket.…
By Tayo Mabeweje In the annals of Nigeria’s political history, few have endured the storm and emerged stronger like President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The 2023 general elections were not just a contest — they were a crucible. He faced resistance from within his party, betrayal by longtime allies, and a coordinated economic squeeze through fuel scarcity and a controversial Naira redesign. Yet, against all odds, Tinubu triumphed. Now as Commander-in-Chief, some underestimate him again. But history has shown: Bola Tinubu is not easily dethroned — he is a master of turning adversity into advantage. The 2023 elections presented Tinubu with…
by The Nation The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) says its 2023 presidential candidate, Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso do not have its platform for contest against President Bola Tinubu and or any other presidential candidate at the moment in 2027. The NNPP National Chairman, Dr Agbo Major made this known in a statement on Saturday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Major was speaking on the backdrop of claims by Elder Buba Galadima that Kwankwaso will stay and run for presidency on the NNPP platform. Galadima, who claimed that there is no evidence that Kwankwaso is joining the All…
Veteran Nollywood actress, Binta Ayo Mogaji, Actress, has advised women to find a man to Impregnate them or adopt a child once they clock 35 years and are in need of a kid According to her, “What I’m saying is, once you are 35 or older and you don’t have a husband, but there is someone in your life who is not ready for marriage but wants a child, have a child with him, even if he won’t accept responsibility for the child.” Ayo Mogaji emphasised that women should prioritize motherhood over societal expectations. “If you find someone you like,…