Governor Felicitates NEXIM Bank Executive DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Executive Director of Business Development at NEXIM Bank, Hon. Stella Okotete, on the occasion of her 42nd birthday anniversary. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described Okotete as a committed advocate of […]
A Strategic Question at the Heart of the Middle East WHY would major powers such as Russia and China appear comfortable with a stronger Iran, even as the West seeks to contain Tehran’s nuclear ambitions? The answer lies less in ideology than in strategic arithmetic. For decades, the Middle East has operated under a unique […]
By DANIEL ETOKIDEM A Routine Appointment With Political Meaning WHAT appeared to be a standard executive communication to the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has evolved into a broader conversation about governance style, merit-based appointments, and the future of state-level electricity reform. Governor Umo Eno’s letter to lawmakers nominating commissioners for the newly created […]
Political Season Enters Critical Phase POLITICAL activity is gathering momentum across Nigeria as parties and aspirants intensify consultations ahead of the nomination of candidates for the 2027 general elections. Across wards, local governments, and state capitals, meetings, alliances, endorsements, and backroom negotiations are accelerating as major political parties prepare to select candidates for governorships, legislative […]
Growing Threat to Election Infrastructure RISING attacks on telecommunications infrastructure across Nigeria are generating fresh concern over the readiness of the country’s digital systems ahead of the 2027 general elections. Industry operators and civil society voices warn that continued vandalism of base stations, fibre optic cables, generators, batteries, and power systems could weaken communication networks […]
Teachers Announce Fresh Industrial Action PRIMARY and secondary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are set to begin an indefinite strike on Monday following unresolved welfare issues and delays in implementing previous agreements. The directive was issued by the State Wing Executive Council of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT chapter, after […]
Farmers Raise Alarm Over Import Pressure RICE farmers across Nigeria have expressed growing concern over increased rice imports, warning that the trend is undermining local production, depressing farmgate prices, and threatening investments made in the sector. The concerns come amid broader policy adjustments aimed at easing inflation and reducing the rising cost of food. Nigeria […]
Pipeline Security Report Draws Attention A new report on Nigeria’s oil infrastructure security has credited Tantita Security Services with recording more than 97 percent success in pipeline protection operations, surpassing contractual performance benchmarks in parts of the Niger Delta. The report, presented before a joint committee, said the company’s surveillance coverage now spans about 2,366 […]
2027 Contest Opens Early in Delta North POLITICAL tension is rising in Delta North Senatorial District as early manoeuvring begins over the 2027 Senate election, with former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa emerging as a possible contender. The development follows growing calls from some political stakeholders urging the former governor to seek a return to […]
When Public Opinion Collides With Court Decisions FEW outcomes generate stronger public reactions than a court judgment that appears to favour the “wrong” party. In homes, offices, markets, and on social media, people often respond to such decisions with frustration. Common reactions include claims that justice was bought, influence was used, or the court ignored […]