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DR. JAMES ADUKU ODAUDU: A LIFE OF SERVICE, SCHOLARSHIP, PHILANTHROPY

By Chigbo Fortune NwaforToday, we celebrate an extraordinary leader, a distinguished scholar, an astute administrator, a compassionate philanthropist, and a silent force in political mobilization—Dr. James Aduku Odaudu. His life is a testament to excellence, selfless service, and unwavering dedication to the advancement of society. Biodata and OriginDr. James Aduku Odaudu hails from Abejukolo-Ife in […]

Coalition dismisses Natasha’s harassment allegation against Akpabio

The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria (COCSON) has described the sexual harassment allegation against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as a calculated political attack aimed at removing Akpabio as Senate President. Speaking at a world press conference on Wednesday in Abuja, Segun Okeowo, COCSON Director, described the […]

Anambra 2025: Umeoji defeats Soludo, others in opinion poll – AOP

Ahead of the November 8, 2025, governorship election in Anambra State, an opinion poll conducted by 12 independent research organizations has projected Chukwuma Umeoji, a former lawmaker representing Aguata Federal Constituency and a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the leading candidate for the state’s top position. Addressing the media under the banner […]

Niger Delta Youth Turn down Calls for Protest against NDDC Management

The Niger Delta Youth Council (NDYC) Worldwide has rejected in strong terms, calls by the Coalition of Niger Delta Civil Society Organisations in conjunction with Ex-millitant Forum for a nationwide protest against leadership of Dr. Samuel Ubuku and Mr. Chiedu Ebie; Managing Director and Board Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) respectively. The […]

Addressing Regional Infrastructure Deficits through the North Central Development Commission

By James Aduku Odaudu, PhD Introduction Infrastructure development is generally recognised as a key driver of economic growth, social stability, and national progress. However, most parts of Nigeria have, over time, suffered from significant infrastructure deficits that have hindered their development potentials. The North Central region of the country, comprising states such as Benue, Kogi, […]

COCSON Condemns Media Trials Of Suspects, Urges EFCC To Respect Due Process

The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria (COCSON) has condemned the growing trend of media trials of individuals accused of financial crimes, stressing that such practices undermine the fundamental principle of the Nigerian Constitution which presumes every suspect innocent until proven guilty. At a press conference held in Abuja yesterday, COCSON’s National Spokesperson, Segun […]

Okpella king congratulates Governor Okpebholo, prays wisdom, strength, courage

The Okuokpellagbe II of Okpella, His Royal Highness, Engr. Lukman Akemokue has congratulated Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo on his swearing-in as the sixth democratically elected governor of the state In a statement, the Okpella King says he is filled with hope and expectation as the governor embarks on this noble journey, […]

Okpella Monarch: Obaseki Ratified Kingmakers Decision, End 5years leadership Vacuum

By Nasamu Johnson The recent allegations against Governor Godwin Obaseki’s involvement in the Okpella monarch’s selection process are unfounded and misrepresents the facts. Contrary to claims of politicization, Governor Obaseki acted upon the decision and recommendations of the Kingmakers, who completed the established traditional customs and procedures. The Kingmakers, representing the entire Okpella community, carried […]

BPSR Honours Housing Ministry, Minister With Technology Use Awards

The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPRS) has named the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development “Best Federal MDA in Innovative Use of Technology, 2024. A statement weekend by the Director Information and Public Relations, Salisu Badamasi Haiba added that the Minister, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, was also honoured with the “Distinguished GovTech Trailblazer […]