Wike reveals candidates Rivers will not vote for; Chatham House: Peter Obi did not share questions like APC Candidate – Ken Okonkwo| 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Wike reveals candidates Rivers will not vote for; Chatham House: Peter Obi did not share questions like APC Candidate – Ken Okonkwo| 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Wike reveals candidates Rivers will not vote for According to Wike, Rivers residents won’t support candidates that despise the state. He said the 2023 election was a fight to the finish at the State’s PDP’s local... Read More

January 13, 2023

INEC extends PVC collection deadline and cautions against discrimination; APC, PDP have structures of criminality, poverty – Peter Obi | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

INEC extends PVC collection deadline and cautions against discrimination Buhari warns foreign nations not to interfere in Nigeria’s election APC, PDP have structures of criminality, poverty – Peter Obi Why Peter Obi should be president – Afenifere leader Ayo Adebanjo Obasanjo denies writing UK to back off Nigeria’s 2023 election Across Nigeria’s 36 states and... Read More

January 12, 2023

Don’t hand over a sick country to a sick person – Peter Obi at UNN

Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, has cautioned Nigerians not to hand the nation over to a “sick person.” Obi stated this on Thursday at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) Business School in Enugu, in advance of his presidential campaign in the state. In addition, he criticized candidates who have been missing... Read More

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October 28, 2022

2023 elections: Atiku takes presidential campaign to US; Women can help Tinubu realize his presidential ambitions – Betta Edu | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

2023 elections: Atiku takes presidential campaign to US Former Enugu SSG allegedly kidnapped UK licenses 91 Nigerian doctors in 15 days Insecurity: Terrorists don’t reveal time, place, date of attack – Shehu Sani Women can help Tinubu realize his presidential ambitions – Betta Edu Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are... Read More

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September 24, 2022

Gen Z stars dominate the AFRIMMA 2022 nominees list; Building collapse in Mushin: 4 dead, 1 saved — NEMA | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Gen Z stars dominate the AFRIMMA 2022 nominees list Nigeria Air Commences Recruitment for Captain, Crew Members Police rescue 12 kidnap victims in Enugu Supreme Court strikes out PDP zoning suit Building collapse in Mushin: 4 dead, 1 saved — NEMA Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian... Read More

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June 29, 2022

Jibrin says Obi’s best chance is as Kwankwaso’s running mate; Okagbare’s ban has been extended | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

IPOB’s sit-at-home order stops economic activities in Enugu, Imo AFN says Okagbare’s additional one-year ban will affect the squad Jibrin says Obi as running mate to Kwankwaso is the Southeast’s best chance Senate to continue probe on corruption allegations against ex-CJN Schools, secretariat deserted as Ogun workers embark on strike Across Nigeria’s 36 states and... Read More

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October 15, 2021

Glo brings Battle of the Year to Nigeria

The World’s biggest dance reality television show, Battle of the Year in Nigeria has officially been unveiled in Nigeria by national telecommunications company Globacom. Widely regarded as the World Cup of breakdancing, Battle of the Year, an annual international breakdancing competition kicked off 20 years ago in Hannover, Germany. The regional qualifying tournaments are held... Read More

Extra, Reality TV

June 16, 2021

2021 Heroes Award: Indomie Kick-off Nationwide Search for Extraordinary Children

– To institute other award categories In line with its corporate social responsibility initiative to honour heroic Nigerian children, Dufil Prima Foods Plc., makers of Indomie instant noodles has announced a nationwide search for the 13th Edition of the Indomie Independence Day Awards (IIDA). IIDA is a national award event that identifies, celebrates, and rewards... Read More

DJ Switch spread the #LekkiMassacre story to the world, and it’s not the first time she is fighting to #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria

Since the protest to end police brutality in Nigeria began, protesters have demanded that the movement remain leaderless. That way, no appointed leader or group of leaders will be bribed, bullied or persuaded from the cause, and so far this unwritten rule has been adhered to. However, we would be remiss not to acknowledge the... Read More

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June 24, 2020

Reactions as BBNaija star, Cee-C is reportedly involved in a car accident

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Cynthia Nwadiora popularly known as Cee-C was earlier reported to have been involved in a car crash, having experienced a brake failure. Although the news remains sketchy, a number of reports have surfaced that other people were involved in the accident. Ceece Bbnaija car failed brake at New Haven Enugu,... Read More

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May 4, 2020

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Here’s why the trend on Enugu is most worrisome

We had problems pre-pandemic and it seemed like all our other problems disappeared immediately the pandemic became a more worrisome issue. In a discourse with Rubbin’ Minds host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Dr Pedro Alonso stated that Africa would be facing a major disaster if we shift too much attention away from the fact that malaria is... Read More

Deep Dive, Editor's Pick

September 19, 2019

43 percent of Nigerians make smartphone purchase decisions based on social media campaigns, RED | For Africa study shows

A new study by the Research and Intelligence Unit of the omni-media group, RED | For Africa, indicates that about 43 percent of Nigerians with active social media accounts have been influenced to buy smartphones based on brand focused online marketing campaigns. The research study was undertaken by RED | For Africa to analyze and... Read More

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December 8, 2018

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Fr. Mbaka talks tough on criticisms against him, insists God deserves money

The Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Nigeria (AMEN), Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has reacted to criticisms that have trailed a viral video recorded during his ministry’s annual harvest and bazaar celebration showing an altercation between him and the Vice-Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Obi, wherein he tried to compel the former governor... Read More

Featured, The News Blog

November 26, 2017

This govt is committed to the people’s welfare – Ugwuanyi

The Governor of Enugu, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has assured that his administration will remain committed to the welfare of its workforce for the rapid development of the state. The governor spoke when he received members of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Enugu chapter, on a courtesy visit to Government House, Enugu, in remembrance of 21 coal miners... Read More

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November 14, 2017

Buhari arrives Enugu airport for South-East visit (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived the Akanu Ibiam International airport in Enugu on a two-day visit to the South-East. He was welcomed by four governors and some traditional rulers. The governors at the airport were Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (Enugu), Rochas Okorocha (Imo), Okezie Ikpeazu (Abia) and Dave Umahi (Ebonyi). The President is heading to Ebonyi where he... Read More

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September 10, 2017

Enugu DisCo introduces barcode to check fake electricity bills, manipulations, others

The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has introduced a Security Barcode in its electricity bills to check fake bills, manipulations and other forms of “scientific electricity theft”, The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. The Head, Communications of EEDC, Emeka Ezeh, said this in an interview with newsmen on Sunday in Enugu. Reasons: The modified... Read More

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August 15, 2017

EFCC recovers N553m allegedly stolen by South-East politicians

The Zonal Head of Operations of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Johnson Babalola, on Tuesday in Enugu said it has recovered N553.77 million from corrupt politicians in the South-east. Mr. Babalola said the announcement was to acquaint members of the public on the activities of the commission in the past seven months. He... Read More

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August 5, 2017

6,280 ghost workers discovered in Enugu to face ICPC probe

About 6,280 ghost workers and pensioners have been identified by the Local Government Staff and Pensioner Audit Committee set up by the Governor of Enugu, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. The ghost workers will be probed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC). The Commissioner for Information, Ogbuagu Anikwe disclosed this on Saturday in... Read More

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July 26, 2017

EFCC seals multi-billion naira mall in Enugu

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday sealed the multi-billion naira Enugu Mall. Head of Public Affairs of EFCC, Chris Oluka, confirmed the incident. Oluka said the managers of the building flouted the directive of EFCC on the construction of the building. “Yes, our men went there to disperse them because they flouted... Read More

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June 15, 2017

Top four winners in the Hi-Life regional competition

Hi-Life Fest, a talent competition aimed at discovering and development of upcoming artistes through the mentorship of key music industry players, has announced its top four regional winners. Hi-Life Fest is an initiative of Life Continental Lager Beer, a brand committed to the progress of the Igbo man. Highlife music is important to the people... Read More

Buhari reportedly secures $50m for Enugu, Nsukka water scheme

Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari has reportedly secured a loan of $50 million from African Finance Corporation (AFC) for the upgrade of Enugu, Nsukka Urban Water Scheme. The Director General of VON, Osita Okechukwu, announced this on Saturday. The DG spoke in Enugu at the inauguration of Enugu State Caucus of the APC. Okechukwu, who is a... Read More

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May 25, 2017

Hi-Life Fest takes over Enugu as Life Continental Beer holds regional auditions

Life Continental Beer, the brand that promotes progress, held its third regional auditions for its on-going Hi-Life Fest on Sunday, May 21, 2017. The event, which is part of the brand’s initiative to promote the culture and heritage of the people of the South East, was held at the New Berries Park in Enugu. Registrations and auditions were... Read More

PDP hierarchy will no longer manipulate delegates’ list – Sheriff

by Dolapo Adelana The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ali Modu Sheriff has said the era were the delegates’ lists was manipulated by the party hierarchy is over. Sheriff, who said this on Monday in a communique read at the end of a stakeholders meeting organised for members of the party... Read More

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February 5, 2017

“The call has gone beyond 2Baba…” | EiE Nigeria speaks to YNaija, goes ahead with protest march

by Isime Esene Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE Nigeria) has vowed to go ahead with the planned OneVoice Nigeria protest march scheduled to take place in Lagos and Abuja on Monday, February 6, 2017. This is following the withdrawal of Innocent Idibia, a Nigerian pop icon, from the planned protest. Idibia who is also known as... Read More

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January 19, 2017

The Thread: Visit Rann, Enugu, Southern Kaduna and other disaster zones, Mr President

Nigerians are frustrated with President Buhari’s decision to skip visiting areas that have felt the hand of terrorism, whether by Boko Haram or Fulani herdsmen. He just won’t go. Rather, he sends a delegation in his place, everytime. Do see below: Pres Delegation preparing to leave for Rann. Led by Chief of Staff to the... Read More

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December 31, 2016

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Union Bank unveils newly upgraded branches in Enugu

With a consistent effort to provide quality and effective banking services to customer across Nigeria, Union Bank has unveiled 2 newly upgraded branches in Enugu, Enugu State. The new branches, located at No 58, Zik Avenue, Uwani and No 3, Garden Avenue, Enugu, are fully equipped to deliver quick and efficient services to its customers... Read More

Opinion: That Sultan’s excuse for the killing of Ndigbo in Northern Nigeria

by Jude Ndukwe The Sultan of Sokoto’s (Amirul Mumineen Sultan Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar IV) recent visit to Enugu State where he went to felicitate with Enugu Rangers as champions of the 2015/2016 NPFL season has been described by a section of the media and some commentators as a bridge-building one. But then, is it really?... Read More

Opinion

December 19, 2016

IPOB warns Buhari to stay away from South-East

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a warning to President Muhammadu Buhari to ‘stay clear’ of the South-East. The group said this in a statement issued on Monday, entitled, ‘Muhammadu Buhari must stay clear of Biafraland or have himself to blame for the outcome of any such visit’. The statement by its spokespersons,... Read More