In an interview with Arise News From 4:30, Donu Kogbara expressed her disenchantment with the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, whom she once supported. She admitted to no longer aligning with the “Obidient” movement, citing Obi’s lack of visible political aggression and a failure to act as a formidable opposition voice. For Kogbara, this shortfall is particularly disappointing given the mounting challenges in Nigeria, including inflation, hunger, and economic instability, which she feels deserve strong and relentless criticism from opposition figures like Obi. Kogbara acknowledged one positive aspect of President Bola…
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Biafra: Nnamdi Kanu won’t compromise, can’t be used for 2027 – Kanunta
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu will not shift from his earlier push against the marginalization of the South-East region even if he is released from detention, his brother, Kanunta told DAILY POST. This is also as he advised the Federal Government against using Kanu’s release for the 2027 presidential election campaign. Kanunta, who spoke exclusively to our correspondent, also commented on the arrest of the self-acclaimed Prime Minister of Biafra Government in Exile, Simon Ekpa. He emphasized that Nnamdi Kanu will continue to press…
Read MoreCBN Releases Telephone Numbers For Reporting Cash Scarcity At ATMs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced dedicated phone numbers and email addresses for Nigerians to report issues with accessing cash at bank branches or ATMs. This measure is part of ongoing efforts to improve cash availability across the country. The CBN recently instructed banks to ensure cash is easily accessible through ATMs and over-the-counter transactions. Banks that fail to comply with this directive risk facing penalties. To help monitor and address these issues, the apex bank has set up reporting channels for customers to share their experiences. Customers…
Read MoreDSM Holds Convention DEC 5
The annual four day convention of the Divine Solution Mission DSM started, Thursday December 5, 2024 to end December 8. The Obinze branch of the church at Umuoshigo Umuanunu Obinze in Owerri west Local Government Area ,Imo State hosts this years convention. ln a release from the General Overseer of the church, Apostle Emmanuel Iwu, the Thursday event which marks the beginning of the convention would be ushered in by night of praise at 8 p:m, The Friday and Saturday programs will start by 5pm respectively while the grand…
Read MoreBianca Ojukwu Rejects APC Membership, Stays Committed to APGA Despite Ministerial Role
Bianca Ojukwu has reiterated her commitment to the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), confirming that she remains a member of the party despite her recent appointment as a minister by President Bola Tinubu. This affirmation was made by APGA National Chairman, Sly Ezeokenwa, in an interview on Channels Television on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Ezeokenwa expressed gratitude for the ministerial appointment, saying, “I commend the president for that appointment. Bianca Ojukwu remains a loyal member of APGA. She is still part of the party’s Board of Trustees and has not…
Read MoreDimkpasaa Goes Home Dec, 7
The remains of Chief Sir Ejike Uche, popularly called Dimkpasaa, 72, a former Deputy National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and later, the Deputy National Chairman of the United Progressive Party (UPP) will be laid to rest in his Ndimoko, Arondizuogu country home by 1pm on December 6, 2024. A burial arrangement released by his family indicates that there will be a wakekeep at his residence, Plot 846, Uratta Housing Estate, Owerri, the Imo state capital on December, 5, 2024. His body will leave the mortuary by…
Read MoreTrump reacts to Joe Biden’s pardon of son Hunter for tax, gun charges
US President-elect, Donald Trump had hinted at mass pardons for defendants tied to the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot just hours after President Biden pardoned his son Hunter Sunday night. Hunter Biden, 54, is now off the hook after he was scheduled to be sentenced on separate federal gun and tax evasion cases later this month. The first son pleaded guilty in September to nine counts tied to evading from the government $1.4 million in taxes and was convicted of three federal gun charges in June for possessing a firearm…
Read MoreMinimum Wage: NLC Draws Battle With 6 States
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed all its affiliates to join a strike against six state governments’ refusal to implement the 2024 National Minimum Wage. LEADERSHIP reports that Enugu, Abia, Oyo, Kaduna, Zamfara and Ebonyi states are still having issues with their Labour unions despite the announcement of over N70,000 as minimum wage. Labour is specifically angry with Ebonyi following a contentious statement by the State Governor Francis Nwifuru, who reportedly threatened to dismiss striking workers unless they resumed work immediately. In a statement yesterday, NLC president Comrade Joe…
Read MoreIgbo group to Tinubu Release Nnamdi Kanu to address South-East crisis
The Ndigbo Unity Forum, NUF, has called on President Bola Tinubu to release the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, to address unrest in the South-East region. The group said Kanu’s detention has contributed to ongoing disruptions, including the Monday sit-at-home protests, which have adversely affected the region’s economy and education. A statement by the group’s President, Augustine Chukwudum and Secretary-General Tony Igbokwe, highlighted the significant financial losses and academic setbacks caused by the protests. It also criticized past administrations for ignoring appeals from prominent Igbo…
Read MoreFailed lawyers, litigants responsible for attacks against judges — Justice Tsoho
The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Justice John Tsoho, has said that failed lawyers and litigants are responsible for the recent virulent attacks against judges of the court across the country over their judgements. He lamented that the court has been worse for the attacks on social media arising from its wide territorial and vast subject matter jurisdiction. Speaking at the 2024 Conference of Federal High Court Judges and commencement of the new legal year on Monday in Abuja, Justice Tsoho warned those vilifying judges to…
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