Social Issues Archives - Page 36 of 45

Oct

09

2025

12 Suspects Arrested in Connection with Arise TV Staff Member’s Murder

Metro, News, Social IssuesCrime, Insecurity, Metro, Police, Security

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 12 suspected armed robbers in connection with the killing of Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, a staff member of Arise TV, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami. The murders occurred during a robbery at Unique Apartment in Gishiri Village, Katampe District, Abuja. These arrests were made following President Bola Tinubu’s directive to security agencies to capture those responsible for the killings. According to counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the suspects were apprehended by the Scorpion Squad, under the leadership of ACP Victor O. Godfrey, after being tracked using digital and reconstructive intelligence. The tragic…

Oct

08

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Osita Offor Joins Atiku Abubakar, Buba Galadima, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Other Leaders in a Condolence Visit to Tein Jack-Rich

Current Events, Lifestyle, News, Social IssuesAtiku Abubakar, Buba Galadima, Jack Rich, Metro, Nigeria, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Ultimate Commander

Notable Nigerian leaders have shown their solidarity with Engr. Tein TS Jack-Rich CON, (Ebubedike Ndigbo). founder and President of Belemaoil Producing Limited, following the recent loss of his uncle, Dr Harrison Tiger, and his brother. Among those who paid condolence visits was Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor-De Ultimate Commander (Ikenga Gburugburu), who currently serves as President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP). Amb. Offor visited the Jack-Rich residence to extend his heartfelt condolences and support during this period of mourning. He commended Tein TS Jack-Rich for his resilience and leadership, emphasising the importance of unity and compassion in times…

Oct

07

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Demolition of Lagos Trade Fair Complex: Bishop Prof. Nwankpa Commiserates with Traders, Urges Government to Provide Compensation

Abia State, Business, Metro, News, Opinion, Social IssuesEmeka Nwankpa, Lagos State, Metro, Opinion

Bishop Prof. Emeka Nwankpa, Convener of the South East Mandate for Good Governance, has expressed deep sympathy with the traders affected by the recent demolition of sections of the Lagos Trade Fair Complex. Describing the development as a 'devastating blow' to the thousands of traders whose livelihoods are tied to the complex, Bishop Nwankpa lamented the human and economic cost of the exercise, which has left many families in distress. 'The demolition of the Trade Fair Complex has not only displaced traders, but has also disrupted the lives of countless dependents who rely on these businesses for sustenance,' he said.…

Oct

07

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigeria’s Anglican Church Breaks From Church Of England Over ‘Pro-Gαy’ Female Archbishop Of Canterbury

Current Events, Metro, News, Opinion, Social IssuesAnglican Church, Religion

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has formally declared its spiritual independence from the Church of England following the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury. In a statement issued by the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, the Most Rev’d Henry C. Ndukuba, the Church described the announcement made on Friday, October 3, 2025, as “devastating” and “insensitive.” According to the statement, the decision represents a “double jeopardy” for the faith: “First, it disregards the conviction of the majority of Anglicans who cannot accept female headship in the episcopate; and second, it is deeply troubling…

Oct

01

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Why Nnamdi Kanu Has Been Abandoned By Igbo Governors And Leaders – Ohanaeze Ndigbo

Column, News, Opinion, Politics, Social IssuesEmeka Freeman, Freedom, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Opinion, Politics

1ST OCTOBER 2025 - The Apex Igbo Sociocultural Organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, finds it imperative to communicate a profoundly distressing reality to the public regarding the abandonment of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The negligence exhibited by the Southeast Governors, Igbo Senators, Members of the House of Representatives, the Southeast Traditional Rulers Forum, and the College of Bishops is not merely a matter of oversight but a glaring betrayal of their responsibilities to the Igbo people. In stark contrast to the proactive measures undertaken by political leaders in other regions, particularly in northern Nigeria, where…