A Claim About Shifting Global Narratives RECENT developments involving Iran and the temporary disruption around the Strait of Hormuz have been interpreted by some commentators as having unintended geopolitical consequences far beyond the Middle East. One such interpretation argues that these events have weakened long-standing Western security narratives about intervention in Africa—particularly those framed around […]
A Visit That Fell Short of Expectations PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Jos, Plateau State, following a tragic incident, has sparked debate about leadership, empathy, and crisis communication. For many observers, the visit—intended as a gesture of solidarity—left a sense of disconnect. In moments of collective grief, symbolism matters, and the perception that […]
Governor Felicitates Cleric on Birthday DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm congratulations to Cyril Odutemu on the occasion of his 54th birthday. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, the governor described the cleric as a devoted servant of God whose influence continues to inspire positive change across society. Recognition of […]
By CHUKWURA OGECHUKWU CHARLES Historic Commissioning Ceremony in Asaba HIS Royal Majesty, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has commissioned two landmark monuments to honour the late Obi Chief Peter Nwanze Oduah and Obi Chief Patrick Isioma Goodluck Onyeobi. The unveiling ceremony, held in Asaba, attracted community leaders, family members, and residents who gathered to witness the historic […]
By DANIEL NYONG Two Statements, One Contradiction WHEN President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared in March 2025 that Nigeria was on the brink of bankruptcy before his administration’s reforms, the message was clear: he inherited a broken system. Yet, barely a year later, his assertion that “the late Muhammadu Buhari is me” reframed that narrative entirely, suggesting […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS Officials Advocate for Victims at Court Proceedings THE Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, Helen Eno Obareki, has called on women to speak out against gender-based violence (GBV), assuring them of government support in seeking justice. Obareki made the appeal on 29 April 2026, after attending proceedings […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS Unusual Workers’ Day Celebration in Akwa Ibom THE 2026 Workers’ Day celebration in Akwa Ibom State took an unusual turn as organised labour groups shifted from the traditional tone of demands and negotiations to open commendation of Governor Umo Eno. Rather than staging protests or presenting a list of grievances, workers across sectors […]
The Problem With Simplistic Narratives THERE is a confrontational clarity in David Hundeyin’s argument—one that deliberately rejects the comfort of widely circulated assumptions. His central grievance is not rooted in religious tension per se, but in what he portrays as the intellectual laziness of accepting binary narratives without interrogation. The claim that “Muslims are killing […]
BY INWALOMHE DONALD Section 85 of the Electoral Act (EA) 2026 is unconstitutional and most fraudulent because democratic institutions cannot be built with candidates’ forged certificates. Section 63 of the Act, particularly the clause that allows a ballot paper without an official mark to be counted at the discretion of a Returning officer is fraudulent […]
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting workers’ welfare, describing the state’s workforce as the “engine room” of the economy and the backbone of public governance. Speaking in Asaba during the 2026 International Workers’ Day celebration, the Governor—represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme—addressed the theme “Insecurity, Poverty […]