Opinion

Unmatched Legacy Of Emeka Atuma, The Preferred: From Roads to Reforms

Unmatched Legacy Of Emeka Atuma, The Preferred: From Roads to Reforms

By Charity Uwakwe The founder and President of Emeka Atuma Grace Movement, 1Rt. Hon. Emeka Atuma, fondly called “ Emeka The Preferred,” continues to stand out as one of the most impactful public figures produced by Abia State’s Ikwuano/Umuahia axis. His legacy—rooted in service, sacrifice and strategic reforms—remains a benchmark for effective representation long after his tenure in the House of Representatives. Atuma’s name still echoes across communities not merely because he once held office, but because his track record reshaped expectations of governance. From infrastructure development to institutional reforms, his leadership left visible, measurable outcomes that residents continue to…
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Insecurity: Again, how did we get to this pass? (2) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Insecurity: Again, how did we get to this pass? (2) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

A school of thought contends that Nigeria’s current crisis is rooted in three interrelated factors: the rise of Islamic fundamentalism, the expansion of Sharia law in several Northern States, and the abandonment of Sir Ahmadu Bello’s vision of a secular penal code. Proponents argue that this shift coincided with a period in which some strands of international Islam turned towards militancy. A good example was the emergence of Osama bin Laden and the broader "war on terror" that reshaped global alliances. This school of thought, which includes figures like Ayo Osunloye, also points to the perceived alignment of NATO members…
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Federal Executive Council Approves National Tourism Brand Framework to Drive Nigeria’s New Economic Future

Federal Executive Council Approves National Tourism Brand Framework to Drive Nigeria’s New Economic Future

The Federal Executive Council has approved a comprehensive national tourism strategy establishing regional brands under a unified "Naija Season" framework. This development represents a major step toward building a stronger, more inclusive tourism economy for Nigeria. The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, presented the initiative as part of the Ministry's commitment to unlocking the country's cultural and tourism assets in ways that create jobs, attract investment and widen economic opportunities for communities across the nation. This approval reflects the vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to expand…
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Chief Bourdex Sends An Open Letter To The President Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria

Chief Bourdex Sends An Open Letter To The President Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria

HIS EXCELLENCY ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFROn the Urgent Need to Revive the Eastern Ports and End Structural EconomicMarginalizationBy Chief Dr. David Ogba Onuoha Bourdex, MFR’OON—Ugo’Ena” Nde Abiriba. Mr. President,There comes a time in the life of a nation when silence becomes an accomplice to suffering, and truth — even when heavy — must be carried to the center stage. With the steadying respect due to your office, but with the candor demanded by history, I write to you today on a matter that has long choked the economic lungs of the Eastern Region and fueled avoidable agitation: the death…
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Gov. Otti Reiterates Commitment To Merit-Based Civil Service

Gov. Otti Reiterates Commitment To Merit-Based Civil Service

Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr Alex Otti, OFR, has reiterated his commitment to merit based civil service system, saying that the service he is building is founded on merit. Governor Otti stated this on Monday while receiving in his office, a delegation of Federal Civil Service Commissioner and State Chairmen of Civil Service led by the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Prof. Tunji Olaopa. The Governor emphasised that he is interested in merit and not quota system or State of origin of a staff or a prospective staff. "So, what that has done is that people have…
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