Nzuta ISechap Movement Gains Momentum in Ussa as Key Political Figures Defect The political landscape in Ussa Constituency of Taraba State is witnessing a notable shift as the movement of Hon. Nzuta ISechap continues to gather momentum, following the defection of prominent political actors from three major wards—Fikyu, Kpambo Puri, and Kwesati. The development, which…
TENSION AT WUKARI: REPORTS OF KILLINGS AND REPRISAL ATTACKS A wave of violence has hit Wukari, Taraba State, with reports of an unconfirmed number of persons killed by a gang of militia. Eyewitnesses claim that armed youths were seen chasing and killing Tiv individuals in broad daylight at various locations, including Yam Market and Takum…
ADAMAWA 100 STUDENTS: BRIDGING INFRASTRUCTURE TRIUMPHS WITH HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT In recent years, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s administration has transformed Adamawa State, particularly its capital, Yola, with unprecedented infrastructural development. Flyovers, modern roads, and urban renewal projects have redefined the state’s landscape, earning widespread acclaim. Yet, as impressive as these achievements are, the path to…
“North East go and Mourn” ——————————————— FEC approves N4.2trn for major road infrastructure projects The largest allocation went to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, with FEC approving N1.334 trillion for the construction of a 130-kilometer dual carriageway. FEC approved N470.9 billion for the Delta State access road and N148 billion for the Anambra State access road…
Activist Allegedly Detained After Questioning N100 Million Allocation to Karim-Lamido LGA Tension is reportedly rising in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area following the alleged arrest and detention of a young activist, Aliyu S. Alimoh, after he publicly questioned the management of funds allocated to the council. According to information circulating on social media, Hon. Virginia Baba…
Team Europe delegation led by the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot visited NutriK’s production facility in Kano. The delegation, which included ambassadors and representatives from EU Member States and UNICEF, toured the company’s facility in the Kano Free Trade Zone as part of a broader mission to review initiatives contributing to…
Tiv Group Raises Alarm over Renewed Attacks in Taraba, Seeks Urgent Government Intervention By Our Correspondent The Mzough U Tiv (MUT), Taraba State Chapter, has raised fresh concerns over what it described as persistent and escalating attacks on Tiv communities in Takum and Donga Local Government Areas of the state, calling for urgent…
The End of Certificates: Why Skills Are the New Currency of Relevance By Rikwense Muri There was a time in our national journey when success required little more than the ability to read and write in English. Those who possessed this skill were assured of employment and a stable livelihood. That era gave way to…
PURPORTED REMOVAL OF CHIEF JUDGE OF BENUE STATE: A BRAZEN ASSAULT ON THE CONSTITUTION The Nigerian Bar Association views with contempt the purported resolution passed by the Benue State House of Assembly directing Governor Hyacinth Alia to remove the Chief Judge, Honourable Justice Maurice Ikpambwese, from office. The resolution is not only unjustifiable but violates…
KIDNAPPERS INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AFTER COLLECTING RANSOM IN NASARAWA Kokona, Nasarawa State On Monday morning, suspected kidnappers who had just collected ransom were involved in a motor accident in Angwan Mayo, Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Eyewitnesses reported that the suspects were attempting to flee the area when their vehicle crashed. Security operatives,…
