Former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State, Dr. David Emmanuel Ombugadu, has explained that the lingering crisis and leadership tussles within the party forced him to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Ombugadu, who contested the 2019 and 2023 governorship elections under the PDP platform, said the internal […]
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Nigerian Youth Storm National Assembly Demands Access to Present Dishonourable Award to Senator
Nigerian Youth under the leadership of Empowerment for Unemployed Youth Initiative (EUYI) on Tuesday stormed the National Assembly to present Senator Olajide Ipinsagba with the Most Dishonourable Senator of the year award. EUYI previously threatened to present the Senator with the award, citing a plethora infractions and unwholesome dealings especially with his legislative aids and […]
Group Cautions Against Unverified Claims on TCN, Calls for Institutional Dialogue
The Network of Advocacy for Positive Impact Initiative (NAPII) has cautioned against the spread of unverified allegations concerning the operations of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), warning that such claims could undermine public confidence in Nigeria’s electricity infrastructure. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, the Executive Secretary of the organization, Comrade William Smith Bassey, […]
GOCMEJ APPLAUDS THE RE-APPOINTMENT OF NSCDC COMMANDANT GENERAL, PROF. AHMED ABUBAKAR AUDI
The Guild of Civil Societies and Media Executives for Equity, Justice, and Transparency in Nigeria (GOCMEJ) has highly commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the re-appointment of Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi as the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for a second term of five years. In a statement released […]
Dogara Salutes Obasanjo at 89: A Towering Statesman of Enduring Legacy
Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, former Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives and Chairman, Board of the Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC), has paid an elaborate tribute to former President Olusegun Obasanjo as he clocks 89 years of age. Dogara extolled Obasanjo as one of Africa’s most iconic leaders whose life has been defined by sacrifice, […]
State Police: A Cure Worse Than the Disease?
By James Aduku Odaudu, PhD For decades, the conversation around policing in Nigeria has oscillated between calls for deeper reforms and periodic agitation for state police — enforcement units created, funded and commanded by state governments rather than the federal centre. At first blush, this idea appeals to many: bring law enforcement closer to the […]
Women Groups Rally Behind Umahi, Insist Allegations Must Be Tested In Court
Four women-led advocacy groups have called for strict adherence to the rule of law in addressing the allegations circulating against the Minister of Works, David Nweze Umahi, insisting that the matter should be resolved through proper judicial channels rather than through social media campaigns. At a press briefing in Abuja on Sunday, 1st March, 2026, […]
Governance Icon Chinelo Anohu Honoured as Woman of Impact in Africa 2026
An Icon of Excellence, Integrity, and Purpose: Citizens Watch Advocacy Initiative Celebrates Chinelo Anohu as Woman of Impact in Africa 2026 Recognition by ARISE MEDIA GROUP Commemorates International Women’s Month and Honors a Trailblazer in African Development The Citizens Watch Advocacy Initiative (CWAI) proudly celebrates our own Mme Chinelo Anohu —governance expert, distinguished public servant, […]
CSOs uncover inconsistencies in Tracy Ohiri’s claims against Works Minister
The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria (COCSON) has identified ‘serious logical gaps’ in claims made by Mrs Tracy Ohiri against the Minister of Works, David Nweze Umahi, while calling for restraint and adherence to due process following a public confrontation by activist Omoyele Sowore. It will be recalled that on the 25th of […]
CSO’s kicks against media trial of Chief Judge, Justice Tsoho
*Says, any misconduct allegation must first be referred to National Judicial Council The Coalition Alliance for Justice and Rule of Law (CAJROL) has condemned in strong terms the ongoing media trial and prejudicial online publication against the Honourable Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Hon. Justice Tsoho, alleging breaches of the Code of Conduct. […]