Next Level Archives - Page 11 of 188

Oct

13

2025

Kalu Writes President Tinubu On Urgent Release Of Nnamdi Kanu, Vows To Organize Demonstrations In Diaspora

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Column, Metro, News, Politics, Social Issues, SponsoredAbia State, Emeka Kalu, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Opinion, Politics, Security

To:The President and Commander-in-Chief Federal Republic of Nigeria Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja Subject: An Urgent Plea for the Immediate Release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu Your Excellency, I hope this message finds you well. I am Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, and I respectfully wish to bring to your attention the ongoing and indefinite detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). It is widely known that Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has never been convicted of any violent crime or an act that involved taking human life. While his statements may sometimes be controversial, they have…

Oct

13

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Sowore Urges Ndigno To Close Shops, Join March For Nnamdi Kanu’s Feedom

Current Events, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsMetro, Next Level, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Omoyele Sowore, Opinion, Politics

Activist Omoyele Sowore has called on the Igbo people in Lagos, Abuja, and throughout Igbo land to close their shops on October 20, 2025, and participate in a peaceful march to Aso Rock to demand the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Sowore emphasized that taking one day off will not significantly harm their businesses and urged them to support Kanu's freedom. Sowore Sowore's appeal comes after he challenged South-East leaders, including Peter Obi, Anambra Governor Charles Soludo, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, and Abia Governor Alex Otti, to join the march. He stressed that…

Oct

11

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

JUST IN: Nigeria’s Debt Under Tinubu Has Climbed To N152.4 Trillion — DMO Informs Nigerians

Business, Economy, Lifestyle, News, OpinionEconomy, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

Nigeria’s total public debt stock has surged to ₦152.40 trillion as of June 30, 2025, according to fresh data released by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on Saturday. This marks an increase of ₦3.01 trillion from the ₦149.39 trillion recorded in March 2025 —a 2.01% rise within just three months. In dollar terms, the figure rose from $97.24 billion to $99.66 billion, reflecting a 2.49% uptick. The DMO attributed the rise to increased borrowing both locally and internationally to fund fiscal gaps, despite ongoing revenue reforms and foreign exchange liberalisation. A breakdown shows external debt grew from $45.98 billion in…

Oct

10

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Credit Must Be Given to Whom It Is Due: President Tinubu Deserves Recognition for Increased Funding to States

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

By Hon. Dame Blessing Nwagba, PhD During the recent commissioning of some projects in Abia State, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, made a statement that has since sparked debate across various political and media circles. He rightly acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making funds available to the states, funds that have enabled many of them, including Abia, to embark on impactful development projects. The Deputy Speaker’s assertion aligns perfectly with the message I delivered at the Ogbako Umunwanyi Igbo Worldwide 2025 August Meeting, held under the auspices of Igbo daughters in the…

Oct

08

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

INEC Leadership: Bishop Prof Nwankpa Urges Appointment of Person of Integrity as Chairman’s Tenure Ends

Abia State, Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsEmeka Nwankpa, INEC, Next Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

As the tenure of the current Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) draws to a close, Bishop Prof. Emeka Nwankpa, the convener of the South East Mandate for Good Governance, has called for the appointment of a person of unquestionable integrity to head the nation’s electoral body. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Bishop Nwankpa emphasized that the selection of a new INEC Chairman must be based on competence, credibility, and impartiality, qualities he believes are essential to strengthening democracy and restoring public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system. 'The appointment of a new INEC Chairman is not just…