Opinion Archives - Page 83 of 235

Jun

18

2025

Benue Monarch Alleges Genocidal Land Grabbing Plan by Herders

Metro, News, Opinion, Social IssuesBenue State, Herdsmen, Nigeria, Opinion

The Tor Tiv, James Ortese Iorzua Ayatse, has accused herders of orchestrating a well-planned genocide aimed at grabbing land in Benue State. Addressing President Bola Tinubu during a stakeholders meeting in Makurdi, Ayatse disputed the common narrative that the crisis in Benue is a result of farmer-herder conflicts or communal clashes. According to Ayatse, the situation in Benue is a calculated and systematic attempt by herders to seize land through violent means, which has been ongoing for decades. He expressed concern that misinformation has led to misguided suggestions, such as promoting tolerance and peaceful coexistence, without acknowledging the true nature…

Jun

15

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Monarch, Eze Aguocha Commends Gov. Otti, Hon. Ben Kalu, Hon. Aguocha, Others On Father’s Day

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro, News, SponsoredAbia State, Alex Otti, Benjamin Kalu, Bobby Aguocha, Obinna Aguocha, Opinion

HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha, Ohuruzo 1 of Ohuhu, has extended a special Father's Day message to his subjects, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support and love. In the message, the monarch commended the Southeast Governors for their people oriented policies, notably, Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, for his transformative leadership in Abia State, noting that their efforts are changing the narrative of development in the region. The monarch also praised the Member Representing Umuahia/Ikwuano Federal Constituency, Hon. Obi Aguocha, for bringing democracy dividends closer to the people, noting that his commitment is making a positive impact. Additionally, Eze Aguocha…

Jun

14

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Senate Rejects Part-Time Parliament, Defends Lawmakers’ Salaries Amid Cost-Cutting Calls

Economy, News, Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics, Senate

Senate Spokesman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, has firmly opposed proposals for a part-time parliamentary system in Nigeria, warning that such a move would equate to a "part-time democracy" and jeopardize the nation's democratic framework. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Friday, Adaramodu also insisted that no cost-cutting measures should affect lawmakers' salaries and allocations. Adaramodu, who represents Ekiti South Senatorial District and is a member of the ruling party, argued that a part-time parliament would undermine Nigeria’s democracy, stating, “There is no democracy that derides its parliament and thrives.” He emphasized the critical role of the 109 senators and…

Jun

14

2025

By OHAFIATV

The underdevelopment of Ijebu-Jesa, my Native Nazareth (2) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, Metro, OpinionAbiodun KOMOLAFE, Opinion

Presidential Aide Alubankudi’s gracious response to the first part of this intervention reflects the significance of roots, responsibility, and collective effort in nation-building. It also accentuates the complexities of development, community dynamics, and leadership’s role in shaping Ijebu-Jesa’s future. She has promised to visit Ijebu-Jesa very soon, looking forward to “engaging, listening, and contributing more directly to the development of our community.” Of course, this commitment provides a meaningful framework for exploring our hometown challenges. As we await further developments, a critical question arises: how did we get to this pass? According to Sunday Ojelabi, former Personal Assistant to the…

Jun

11

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abure Warns Peter Obi Against Blackmailing Labour Party Leadership

News, PoliticsJulius Abure, Labour Party, Opinion, Peter Obi, Politics

Julius Abure, factional National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has issued a stern warning to the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of blackmailing the party’s leadership. The warning, conveyed through a statement by the faction’s National Secretary, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, on Tuesday, follows Obi’s recent claims that the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government has infiltrated the LP, fueling internal crises. In an interview with Arise TV on Monday, Obi alleged that the APC was orchestrating discord within the LP. However, Abure’s faction dismissed these claims, asserting that the party’s challenges stem not from external…