Current Events Archives - Page 27 of 34

Oct

16

2025

JUST IN: Nnamdi Kanu medically fit to stand trial, NMA tells court

Current Events, Metro, News, PoliticsAbia State, Freedom, IPOB, Metro, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Opinion, Politics

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) says Nnamdi Kanu’s health condition does not appear life-threatening. In a ruling on September 26, James Omotosho, presiding judge, had issued an order directing the president of the NMA to constitute an investigative panel to ascertain the defendant’s health status. Omotosho gave the directive while ruling on an application seeking to move Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), from the Department of State Services (DSS) custody to the National Hospital in the federal capital territory (FCT) for treatment.

Oct

16

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ngwa Day 2025: Engr. Chinedu Onyeizu Praises the Spirit of Ngwa Unity and Progress

Abia State, Current Events, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Metro, Opinion, Politics

Engr. Chinedu Onyeizu, a distinguished son of Ngwaland, has commended the unwavering spirit of unity, resilience, and cultural pride among the Ngwa people as preparations heighten for the Ngwa Day Celebration 2025. Speaking ahead of the much-anticipated cultural event scheduled for December 28, 2025, Engr. Onyeizu described the Ngwa nation as a people bound by a shared vision of progress, peace, and community strength. He lauded the organisers for sustaining a platform that not only celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Ngwa people, but also reinforces the values of togetherness and mutual respect. According to him, Ngwa Day remains…

Oct

15

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Welcomes Atieo Group CEO, Victor Ikechukwu Okoronkwo; a Heartwarming Reunion.

Abia State, Current Events, News, Ohafia, PoliticsAbia State, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Opinion, Politics

...and a Shared Commitment to Progress It was a moment filled with warmth, pride, and shared purpose as the Honourable Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, received in his office his senior brother, constituent, and CEO of Atieo Group, Victor Ikechukwu Okoronkwo. Mr. Okoronkwo, one of Abia’s finest exports in the oil and gas industry, was in Abuja to participate in the Annual Downstream Petroleum Week organized by the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) — a committee where Hon. Osonwa also plays an active role. The meeting, which could easily be described as a reunion of…

Oct

15

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Zuma Film Festival Unveils 25th Edition: Celebrating Nigeria’s Storytelling Power and Creative Economy

Cultural Heritage, Current Events, Metro, NewsMetro, Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria — October 2025 The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has officially unveiled plans for the 25th edition of the Zuma International Film Festival, Nigeria’s flagship film event, set to hold from December 1st to 5th, 2025, in Abuja. Festival Director Halima Oyedele described this year’s edition as a celebration of storytelling beyond entertainment — emphasizing its power to shape perception, drive influence, and project Nigeria’s creative and economic strength globally. “Storytelling goes beyond entertainment — it’s how we shape perception, drive influence, and strengthen Nigeria’s creative voice on the global stage,” said Oyedele, inviting the public to join the…

Oct

15

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ndi’Enugu Our Movement From PDP To APC Is For Our Collective Good. – Peter Mbah.

Column, Current Events, News, Opinion, PoliticsEnugu State, Next Level, Opinion, Peter Mba, Politics

Dateline 14th October, 2025, it was a political tsunami of sorts as almost the entire political structure of the Peoples Democracy Party PDP in Enugu State defected to the All Progressive Congress APC in a move that was clearly long overdue considering the protracted unwillingness of the PDP to heed the position of the South East Caucus concerning the leadership crisis that had become the Archiles Heel of the Party, unfortunately the PDP took the informed position of the South East Caucus lightly. The very many troubles with the PDP and its unwillingness to heed the call of the South…