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Tony Okoh, Uyo Stakeholders in Ibeno Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State have applauded Governor Umo Eno for his prompt intervention following the devastating floods that recently affected several communities in the coastal council, while urging the state government to implement lasting measures to address recurring flooding, coastal erosion…

Henry Iyorkase, Makurdi Benue State chapter, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged Governor Hyacinth Alia to stop what it described as persistent attacks on the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, and instead concentrate on addressing the challenges confronting the state. The party made the…

Prominent Christian cleric, Bishop Desmond Osazuwa Amasihohu, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will secure victory in the 2027 presidential election and complete a second term in office ending in 2031. The declaration was contained in a statement titled, “President Tinubu 2027 — He will be there till 2031.…

Tony Okoh, Uyo Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Akwa Ibom State chapter, has applauded Governor Umo Eno for approving over ₦3.2 billion for the payment of examination fees and students’ bursaries, describing the intervention as a landmark investment in the future of Akwa Ibom children and a clear demonstration of visionary…

Michael Olumide Alabi Retired Major General Ishola Williams has thrown his weight behind Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s call for an independent international investigation into the abduction and eventual rescue of pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oriire Local Government Area, arguing that the governor’s demand is both justified and consistent…

Michael Olumide Dean, Faculty of Law, Paul University, Awka, Prof. Kenneth Nwuba, has warned that any alleged plan to arrest the Obi of Awka Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty Obi Dr. Austin Chukwuezugo Ndigwe (Ezeuzu III), could spark avoidable tension and threaten the prevailing peace in the Anambra State capital. Prof.…

Henry Iyorkase, Makurdi Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has reiterated that the protection of lives, property and the security of the state’s territory remains the foremost priority of his administration, declaring that terrorists operating within the state will be driven out to pave the way for sustainable development. The…

Tony Okoh, Uyo A renowned engineer, businessman and philanthropist, Engr. (Dr.) Emem Coffie has reaffirmed his commitment to human capital development by awarding scholarships to brilliant youths from Akwa Ibom State seeking admission into higher institutions across the country. Coffie described investment in education and human capital as the surest…

Henry Iyorkase, Makurdi Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has reassured residents of the state’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and protecting ancestral lands from criminal attacks, declaring that his administration will not relent until peace is fully restored across affected communities. Governor Alia gave the assurance on Monday during…

Henry Iyorkase, Makurdi Former Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, has condemned the gruesome killing of renowned historian and Professor of History at Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, Professor Gabriel Nyityo, describing the incident as a tragic and unacceptable attack on humanity and the academic community. In a statement…