By Tony Onyima, Ph.D. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has submitted a sweeping set of proposals to the Federal Government, calling for the repeal and amendment of obsolete and restrictive media laws that continue to hamper press freedom and democratic accountability in Nigeria. The proposal was presented on July 6, 2025, to the Minister…
Late former President Muhammadu Buhari. By Dianabasi Effiong President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari. This was made known in a statement on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy. According to the statement the former President “died today in London at about…
By Edet ikotidem As preparations intensify for the rescheduled Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council elections slated for August 2, 2025, frontline chairmanship contender, Comrade Nsibiet John, has reiterated his commitment to repositioning the union by making the welfare of journalists a top priority. Comrade John who is the Publisher of The…
Some of the beneficiaries. By Anietie Akpan Renewed Hope Initiative (ASP-RHI), the pet project of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has empowered 350 persons in Akwa Ibom State. The beneficiaries are 250 farmers and 100 pupils and students in 10 primary and secondary schools in the state. A release from the Media Unit, Office…
The President General, EPU, Dr. Samuel Udonsak, (right) with former Governor Udom Emmanuel. By Anietie Akpan The President General of Eket People’s Union (EPU), Dr. Samuel Udonsak, has said that former Governor Udom Emmanuel’s administration gave Akwa Ibom its first sense of identity. He such identity came through the creation of a state anthem, State…
Gov. Bassey Otu (left), former Gov. Liyel Imoke. By Anietie Akpan Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu has paid glowing tribute to former Governor Liyel Imoke, as he clocks 64 today. Otu described him as “a statesman of uncommon grace” whose life and leadership continue to inspire generations. In a heartfelt congratulatory…