Category: OPINION

COMRADE GRACE IKE: The Quintessential NUJ FCT Chairman

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By Halima Jubril, Uloma Okorie The Maiden Monthly Congress of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ FCT Council held on Saturday 25th January, 2025 at the Council Secretariat, Utako. The attendance was unprecedented in the history of the council as over 400 members including some former Chairmen and NAWOJ past and present leaders were in attendance.This confirm the fact that a new era has come and strongly too. The congress was presided over by Comrade Grace Ike, the Chairman who was unanimously elected unopposed to lead the council on December…

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Is Africa under the First Son Curse?

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By Maxwell Uzochukwu Being an offspring of any country’s president should be one of the most coveted privileges in today’s possession-obsessed world. The opportunities and privileges are endless. They can practically wish for the moon on a stick at sunrise and have Santa at their beck and call. One would expect those greatly favoured to use their positions to make an impact, touch lives, and build up rather than scatter and tear down. Take the United States, for instance. Several of the First Children in recent history have excelled in…

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Amb Linus Onah Igwe: Celebrating 60 Years of Grace, Impact

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Yala born Cross River State renowned Nurse and Health Management Consultant, Ambassador Linus Onah Igwe, recently celebrated a major milestone, his 60th birthday in style at the popular Jonag Hotels in Okuku Yala, Cross River State. As he marked six decades of life, love, and legacy, he celebrated with family, friends and well wishers at a Thanksgiving Mass and party to share his inspiring story of resilience, purpose, and passion for making a difference. With a warm smile and amiable outlook, Mr Igwe reflected on his remarkable journey, defined by…

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Okpebholo: 100 Days of Innovation, Restoration, Healing, Justice

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By Fred Itua Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution (as amended) is explicit in stating the primary duty of government. In Chapter 2, Section 14(2)(b), it states thus; “The security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government”. Hence, there is no argument that security comes first before welfare because the latter cannot exist without the former. It is this clear understanding of his mandate that made His Excellency, Governor Monday Okpebholo to immediately take steps to secure the peace on assumption of office. On assumption on November 12,…

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Hitler Godwin Obaseki And The N19bn Radisson Hotel Scam By Fred Itua

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In the Christian Holy Book, we were told that when it was time for God to redeem man unto Himself and send the messiah, rather than drop him from the sky as a full grown man, He took the long process of passing through the normal human process. The reason as stated in Hebrews 2: 14 – 18 and Hebrews 5:1-3 is so that, the messiah can fully understand and comprehend the challenges peculiar to humans, and therefore, be more merciful and compassionate in dealing with them. Compassionate and good…

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2025: THE YEAR OF TOUGH CHOICES

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By: Dumebi Kachikwu Robert Frost in his popular poem ‘The Road Not Taken’ said ‘Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.’ My dear Nigerians, we have come to the beginning of another year. New resolutions, new round of prayers and another opportunity for a hard reset or a fresh start. Today I would like us to consider the path we have taken as individuals and as a nation. Do we continue with prayers and resolutions…

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21 REASONS WHY NIGERIANS ARE HAPPY WITH AVIATION MINISTER KEYAMO

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  By Kabir Ismail Festus Keyamo, the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has been making waves in the Nigerian aviation industry. His outstanding leadership and commitment to the sector have earned him the prestigious “Super Minister Award” from The Street Journal. But what’s behind his widespread popularity among Nigerians? A seasoned politician, lawyer, and human rights activist, Keyamo has had a distinguished career spanning several years. Born on January 21, 1970, in Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria, he graduated with a Law degree from the University of Benin in…

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Gov Okpebholo: The Promise Keeper, Breaking The Yoke Of Retrogression

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By Fred Itua Within 10 days of his swearing in on November 12, 2024, Governor Monday Okpebholo has proven himself capable of administering a complex and multicultural environment like Edo State without getting distracted by darts thrown at him by either Fifth Columnists or partisans who would rather that the status quo remained. In his inaugural address, Governor Okpebholo had unveiled a 5-point agenda, which he said was not mere rhetorics but points that are measurable and have specific timelines. The agenda, which is all about the people of Edo,…

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A Sanctuary Profaned: The Tragedy At NUJ FCT Council

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The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) is meant to stand as a bastion of truth, professionalism, and collective dignity—a sanctuary where the pen is mightier than the sword. Tragically, that sanctuary was desecrated, turned into a battlefield where the values of the Fourth Estate of the Realm were trampled underfoot, replaced by chaos, violence, and dishonor. According to inside sources , a sordid tale of betrayal and greed has emerged, implicating the embattled NUJ FCT Council Chairman, Mr. Patrick Osaretin Osadebamwen and the Secretary, Ochiaka Ugwu. Allegedly, a paltry N50,000,…

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When Shadows Linger on the Horizon: Kettle Calling Pot Black By Usman Abubakar

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In the annals of any democratic institution, the sanctity of due process remains sacrosanct, serving as the lifeblood of credibility and unity. Yet, in the forthcoming NUJ Council elections, a peculiar and desperate alliance has emerged, seeking to sully the waters of this hallowed process. Reports reaching us suggest that on Tuesday a certain Mr. Ifeanyi, a worker at the council was coerced into a clandestine errand by Mr. Ogbeche, the immediate past chairman of the NUJ FCT Council to bring all document of Aspirants to enable him file claims…

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