Nigeria Archives - Page 70 of 326

Nov

03

2024

Why Ndigbo Will Not Fight Tinubu’s Government but Support it Because of Umahi

Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsDave Umahi, Economy, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Opinion, Politics

Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex sociocultural organization representing the interests and aspirations of the Igbo people, addresses a matter of paramount importance regarding our stance towards President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration. Senator Umahi has propelled infrastructural development nationwide, focusing on Southeastern Nigeria. His efforts inspire pride among Ndigbo, recognizing him as a pivotal pillar of the Federal Government. Ongoing projects represent the heart of our collective aspirations. In light of ongoing developments across the nation, we advise our esteemed Igbo community to refrain from activities that may be misconstrued as opposition to President Tinubu's Federal Government. We assert our support for…

Oct

31

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Free Rivers State From Political Logjam, The Judiciary Must Not Be Compromised.

Column, News, Opinion, PoliticsEmeka Kalu, Nigeria, Nyesom Wike, Opinion, Politics, Siminalayi Fubara

The ongoing politically motivated crisis in Rivers State must be handled with caution to prevent further lawlessness and instability. The judiciary, as an institution, is expected to maintain its integrity and protect its independence by working to avoid being politically compromised to harm democratic processes and the ethics of law. The recent judgment by the Abuja Federal High Court division directing the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to stop releasing statutory monthly allocation to the State government was done out of bias and politically motivated plans to disrupt Fubara's administration. It is a grave injustice for a political…

Oct

28

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Stop Calumny Against Minister Umahi, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Warns Reps, Others

Column, Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsDave Umahi, Economy, Metro, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Opinion

In a moment that calls for both clarity and civility, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the foremost sociocultural organization representing the Igbo people, finds itself compelled to respond assertively to the recent allegations levied against Senator David Umahi, the Minister of Works, by Hon. Oseni of the House of Representatives. It is imperative to state unequivocally that these allegations, which purport that Senator Umahi has failed to address the deteriorating state of roads across the nation and is merely engaged in the awarding of contracts, are nothing short of calumnious and deeply irresponsible. Honorable Oseni's remarks, lacking in both substantive evidence and intellectual…

Oct

25

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nnamdi Kanu’s detention: Nigeria has an Igbo problem – Sowore

Metro, News, OpinionBiafra, Freedom, IPOB, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Politics

Sowore, the Sahara Reporters publisher , made this known in a recent interview with Rudolf Okonkwo on 90 Minutes Africa. The activist-cum-politician said he had expected that President Bola Tinubu ‘s first act in office would be to release Kanu from detention, concluding that the incarceration of the IPOB leader reflects a deep-seated problem with the Igbo by the Nigerian state. He further argued that Kanu is a casualty of the post-civil war marginalisation of the people of the South-East extraction. “Nigeria has an Igbo problem. It’s like when a father is dying, they will tell their children, I have…

Oct

25

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Bianca Ojukwu’s Appointment: A New Chapter for Nigeria – Former MPA President

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, News, Ohafia, Opinion, PoliticsAbia State, Bianca Ojukwu, Nigeria, Uche Eme Onuh

Arch. Chief Eme Uche, President of Mben Political Assembly (MPA), has extended heartfelt congratulations to Iyom Bianca Ojukwu on her recent appointment by President Bola Tinubu. Although initially reported as the Minister of Women Affairs, it has been clarified that Bianca Ojukwu will serve as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. This prestigious role is a testament to her exceptional leadership and dedication to Nigeria's progress. Bianca Ojukwu, the widow of late Biafra warlord Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new position. Her appointment is a significant milestone, demonstrating President Tinubu's commitment to…