The Nigerian Army has appointed Lieutenant Colonel Anele Onyechi Appolonia as its Acting Director of Public Relations, marking a historic milestone as the first female officer to hold the position. Anele will assume the role from Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, who has been redeployed to the Nigerian Army Future Heritage. Her appointment takes effect from April 22, 2025. A member of the Direct Regular Course 15 and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Lieutenant Colonel Anele has previously served as the Public Relations Officer at the Office of the Chief of Army Staff. Until her latest appointment, she was…
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The Advocate Publication Lecture Series Board of Council (ALSBC) has officially announced renowned development economist, Professor Abanum Innocent Ifelunini of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, as the keynote speaker for the Second Edition of the Advocate Publication Ltd Annual Lecture Series. This was disclosed in a statement signed by Mr. Shedrack Onitsha, Secretary General of ALSBC, confirming the event is scheduled for April 25, 2025, at Wetland Hotel, Ughelli. Themed “Between Governance and Politics: The Delicate Balancing to Ensure Growth and Development,” this year’s lecture aims to stimulate critical conversations on the intersection of governance and politics and how this…
By Sunny Green Itodo Helen Ati, the alleged Kenyan baby mama of socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has threatened to report him to a deity for allegedly stealing her “star” and refusing to conduct a DNA test to confirm the paternity of her son. She lamented that the nightlife mogul is watching her and her child suffer while constantly mocking her on social media. She vowed to quietly sneak into Nigeria and report Cubana Chief to a deity in Nsukka if he continued to refuse her demand for a DNA test. Helen pointed out that she…
Armed men suspected to be hoodlums reportedly attacked the family residence of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in the early hours of Tuesday, in Obeiba-Ihima, Okehi LGA of Kogi State. According to security sources, the attackers—armed with cutlasses and firearms—stormed the property around 1:00 a.m., vandalizing parts of the building, including smashing windows. Police operatives from the Okehi Division quickly responded to a distress call and arrived at the scene. Although no casualties or arrests have been reported, investigations are currently ongoing. At the time of this report, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan—who represents Kogi Central is yet to issue a public statement.
In 2003, Atiku was very popular among the Governors and the NASS members, so much that they pledged their loyalty to him instead of Obasanjo. Obasanjo’s second term was becoming a mirage until he begged Atiku (not while standing) to appeal to the governors. The two agreed on some high level public assets sharing as compensation. Atiku spoke to the governors but the governors were skeptical knowing that there would be repercussions against them, however, having personally settled with the juicy agreement, he assured them not to worry. After the election, OBJ dealt with those governors, some of them lost…
In the heart of Delta State, a new dawn beckons, one defined by vision, commitment, and tangible transformation under the leadership of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. A man of the people, Governor Oborevwori continues to demonstrate that true leadership is not merely about holding office, but about leaving a legacy that uplifts lives and builds a brighter future for all. From the very onset of his administration, Governor Oborevwori hit the ground running, laying the groundwork for sustainable growth through his visionary MORE Agenda of Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security. With…
The National Leader of the Niger Delta Peace Awareness Movement (NDPAM), Alhaji Awo Destiny Harmony, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to extend the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) across the entire Niger Delta region. Speaking in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, Alhaji Harmony praised PINL for its outstanding track record in safeguarding critical national oil and gas assets through strategic community engagement and robust corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs. “PINL has proven itself as a reliable partner in the quest…
In a bold step towards enhancing digital transformation and effective communication in university governance, the Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN) hosted a Staff Capacity Building Workshop themed “Building Digital Information Ecosystems for Effective University Management and Public Relations” on April 15, 2025. The event, held at the Senate Building, was organised by the Information, Communication and Protocol (ICP) Unit in collaboration with Infinix Tech Cloud and ENLUKA Consultancy. The workshop aimed to empower staff with relevant knowledge and tools to navigate the evolving landscape of digital information management and strategic public relations, ensuring that ADUN remains at the forefront of…
By Abel Johngold Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has extolled the virtues of renowned academic and elder statesman, Professor Samuel W. E. Ibodje, describing him as a beacon of great intellect and wisdom as he marks his 85th birthday. In a heartfelt message, Senator Omo-Agege celebrated Prof. Ibodje’s remarkable contributions to academia and nation-building, particularly his advocacy for the Niger Delta region. “You have always been, and will always remain, a parental figure to everyone around you. Your endless wisdom and great intellect can guide us through the darkest of paths into the light,” Omo-Agege said.…
Members of the Neo Black Movement (NBM) of Africa, Worldwide, have congratulated their President, Olorogun Ese Kakor, on his well-deserved Award Of Excellence from the Association of Nigerian Inventors (ANI), in recognition of his support to innovation and humanity development in Nigeria. The Award was presented to him on behalf of the organizer by the Executive Governor of Niger state, Alhaji Mohammed Umar Bogo, at grand recreation held on April 10, 2025, in Abuja. The event which was attended by dignitaries from all works of life, also saw the Executive Governor of Niger state, Alhaji Umar Bago, being recognized alongside…