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Jul

21

2024

The Looming Protest: Joe Igbokwe, Bayo Onanuga And The Age Of Unreason.

Metro, News, Opinion, Politics, Sponsored2027, Chris Nwaokobia, Metro, Nwaokobia Jnr, Opinion

The two individuals that no longer surprise me at all are Citizens Joe Igbokwe and Bayo Onanuga, however in the present instance I wonder what sycophancy and court-jesting have done to their ability to discern the times and by jove incline their hearts to wisdom, apologies to the Holy Book. Joe Igbokwe in the service of his master decided perhaps without deep research to do the greatest disservice to the present watch. In threatening the Igbo in Lagos and across the Country, Citizen Joe Igbokwe has forgotten that hunger and poverty are indiscriminate of Region, Religion and ethnicity. He has…

Jul

15

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Planned Nationwide Protest: National Youth Alliance Notice of Solidarity With Nigerians.

Metro, NewsMetro, National Youth Alliance, Nigeria

The National Youth Alliance stands in solidarity with Nigerians who are planning to protest against hardship and demand a better society that guarantees a comfortable life for all. We support the courage and determination of young Nigerians and other citizens who are planning to exercise their constitutional right to peaceful protest. The NYA joins its voice in the struggle for a more prosperous and equitable Nigeria. We call on the Federal Government, State Governments, Security agencies, and other authorities to ensure adequate security for peaceful protesters, refrain from intimidation or abuse of office, and protect the rights of citizens to…

Jul

14

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Osonwa Urges End to Humiliation of Constituents by Law Enforcement Along Bende-Ohafia Road

Abia State, Metro, News, PoliticsIbe Okwara Osonwa, Metro, Ohafia, Politics

The constituents of Arochukwu/Ohafia federal constituency have been crying out over the humiliation they face from law enforcement officers along the Bende-Ohafia road. The Nigerian Army at the checkpoint have been forcing travelers to alight from their vehicles and walk across the area, even in the rain. In response to this, Hon. Osonwa, the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia federal constituency, called the Commander of 14BDG Ohafia on Saturday, July 13th, to demand an end to this unwarranted humiliation. He emphasized that such treatment is a violation of human rights and the constitution. The lawmaker appealed to his constituents who have been…

Jun

29

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

FIRS: The picture is here – Column

Business, Economy, News, OpinionEconomy, Metro

!By abiodun KOMOLAFE We are in a time of pronounced change of thinking in a positive direction in Nigeria after decades of misadventures. To support this change, we must focus on the key policies and drivers of reform in order to assist them in their endeavours. A crucial aspect of this transformation is transitioning from a consumption-based economy to one driven by productivity, essential for achieving sustainable development. To achieve this, there is an urgent need for the prioritization of revenue collection to redirect Nigeria’s very economic foundation. While we may not subscribe to the ‘great man theory of history’,…

Jun

29

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Food costs are high due to extortion and poor roads, according to C’River farmers

Economy, Metro, News, OpinionAgriculture, Cross River, Economy, Health, Metro, Opinion

The deplorable condition of farm produce evacuation roads and the frequent extortions by government agents have been bemoaned by farmers and community leaders in the northern senatorial district of Cross River. In the northern region, which includes Yala, Ogoja, Obudu, Bekwarra, and Obanliku, agriculture is the primary source of income. They claimed that because of the poor roads connecting their villages, they are unable to transport their produce to markets and urban areas, which has resulted in the waste of their farm crops. "The issue of numerous extortion checkpoints in these villages and towns has become very worrisome," stated Joseph…