-Uchechukwu Okoroafor,AbujaSenator Mao Arukwe Ohuabunwa's recent attainment of a doctorate degree in Political Science from the esteemed University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), represents a significant milestone not only in his personal academic journey but also in his capacity to contribute meaningfully to the political landscape of Nigeria.Born and raised in
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by Uchechukwu Okoroafor,AbujaThe recent announcement by the Central Bank of Nigeria regarding the introduction of a new 0.5% levy on electronic banking transactions, purportedly for cyber security enhancement, has sparked widespread condemnation and outrage among Nigerians, particularly amidst the backdrop of existing economic hardships and burdens imposed by recent government
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-Uchechukwu Okoroafor, AbujaTroops of the Nigerian Army have reportedly withdrawn from the troubled Okuama community in the Ughelli South local government area of Delta State.With the withdrawal of the troops, the people of Okuama can now return to their homes and begin the process of reintegration and rebuilding their homes
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by Uchechukwu Okoroafor, AbujaPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration is the most propagandist government in the history of Nigeria.Having gotten to power through propaganda, they have turned that communication strategy to a leadership model. They have turned propaganda to an act of governance. And now they have become an embarrassment to
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By Uchechukwu Okoroafor,AbujaAs Nigeria grapples with economic challenges exacerbated by recent policy decisions, the nation's workforce finds itself bearing the brunt of hardship and suffering.President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's removal of the fuel subsidy and the devaluation of the naira have significantly impacted workers across the country, particularly those in the
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-Uchechukwu Okoroafor, AbujaIn a country facing myriad challenges with limited resources, the recent announcement by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) regarding the launch of a new national identity card with payment functionality raises serious concerns about the allocation of public funds and the priorities of our government.This ambitious project,
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-Uchechukwu Okoroafor,AbujaFarmers and herdsmen in the South-West, on Saturday, April 20, 2024 signed a peace pact to end clashes between the two warring groups and promote food security for the benefit of all. Present at the signing ceremony was the daughter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Iyaloja General, Folashade
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by Uchechukwu Okoroafor, AbujaBack in February, there was excitement in the air when the Senate Passed the Bill on the establishment of the South East Development Commission. The excitement was not restricted to the people of South East zone, who would be the direct beneficiaries of the bill when it
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By Hon Chibuike Jonas, ArochukwuSince 1970, after the civil war (popularly known as the Biafran War), the development and progress of Southeast Nigeria have always been a concern.For more than five decades, Southeast Nigeria has yet to be healed from the bruises of the civil war. The region has continually
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On Thursday April 11, 2024, Nigeria lost one of its finest, a statesman, first class brain, technocrat par excellence and a man of impeccable character, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, the first civilian governor of Old Abia State and a presidential material if Nigeria is a country that believes in capacity, fairness,
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