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NIGERIA UNION OF JOURNALIST (NUJ) @70 A Tribute to Courage: Upholding Justice and Protecting Press Freedom in Nigeria By Shua’ibu Usman Leman

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As we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists – NUJ from 15th March 1955 to 15th March 2025, it is imperative that we pause to acknowledge and honour our fallen colleagues, tragic victims of impunity. Every act of violence against journalists – be it intimidation, harassment, or murder – constitutes a fundamental assault on the very principles of democracy and freedom of expression that we hold dear. As the esteemed journalist and advocate for press freedom, Anna Politkovskaya, astutely observed, “Without journalism, there are no freedoms.”…

25 Years After : FG, IPAC Collaborates to Deepen Nigeria’s Democracy .

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The Nigerian Government has pledged support for a film documentary on Nigeria’s 25 years of unbroken democracy, as announced by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a meeting with the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Abuja on Friday.   The documentary, conceived by IPAC, will chronicle Nigeria’s democratic journey, celebrating achievements and reflecting on challenges.   Minister Idris commended IPAC for its role in fostering democracy, emphasising the importance of political parties working together to strengthen national unity.   IPAC’s National Chairman, Honourable Yusuf Dantalle, accentuated…

2027: A crossroads of choice By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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We are at midterm, which means that the next electoral cycle has already started. Unfortunately, governance will begin to slow down as politicking and jockeying for advantage become more pronounced, distracting from the real work of administration and the quest to achieve sustainable development.   The ruling party currently holds a significant advantage, facing an ill-defined and unfocused array of interest groups lacking cohesion. Unlike parliamentary systems, presidential systems don’t truly have an ‘opposition’ concept. Instead, they offer a focused alternative platform, presenting a distinct and more positive stance than…

Ekiti’s next leap! By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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One of the off-cycle elections next year will take place in Ekiti State, where Governor Biodun Oyebanji will face reelection. Oyebanji has several strengths to leverage when campaigning begins, particularly his efforts to redirect the state’s political economy in a positive direction, as widely acknowledged by conventional wisdom. Ekiti State has navigated the current economic transformation in very steady ways. The state’s poverty level is relatively manageable, rather than crippling. The governor’s strategic intervention in agriculture has built up buffers of price-modulating as well as supply-adjustment mechanisms. This approach has…

Malam Jibrin Baba Ndace: The Right Man Steering VON to Global Excellence ,By Lukman Laleye Babalola

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In today’s fast-paced media landscape, leadership in public broadcasting demands more than just routine administration it requires vision, strategic engagement, and the ability to shape narratives that project national identity on a global stage. In Malam Jibrin Baba Ndace, Nigeria has found a leader who embodies these qualities. A thoroughbred journalist, Security Analyst, and Public Affairs Strategist, Ndace’s career span decades in print, broadcast, and digital media. His sharp analytical skills, deep understanding of Nigeria’s geopolitical landscape, and ability to communicate complex issues with clarity have earned him respect across…

Natashagate: Suspension in the eyes of court ruling By Abba Dukawa

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Despite the position of the Court of Appeal in the case of the Speaker of Bauchi State House of Assembly Vs Hon Rifkatu Samson Danna (2017) 49 W.R.N that a lawmaker is a representative of his people whose membership of the House is guaranteed by the Constitution and not by any other person or persons, the Senate and its leadership have continued to use suspension as an instrument to oppress, intimidate and whip lawmakers into line. Sadly, the National Assembly has continued to ignore the position of the courts on…

Gov Bago proposes exclusive LG Vice-Chairmanship slots for Women to boost Gender Inclusion

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The Niger State Governor, His Excellency Mohammed Umaru Bago, has proposed that all vice-chairmanship positions in the forthcoming local government elections be exclusively reserved for women, as part of efforts to promote gender inclusion in governance. The governor made this proposal in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Print Media, Mrs. Aisha Wakaso, in Minna. He emphasized that women have been sidelined for too long despite their significant contributions to society and development. Governor Bago, who has consistently advocated for gender inclusivity, stressed that empowering women at the…

Security Operatives Rescue Rev. Fr. Ekeli in Edo After Intense Operation

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A joint team of security operatives in Edo State has successfully rescued Reverend Father Philip Ekeli, who was kidnapped alongside a seminarian, Peter Andrew, on March 3, 2025, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Iviukha, Etsako East Local Government Area. The Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, a retired Commissioner of Police, commended the combined efforts of security agencies, stating that the operatives engaged in extensive bush combing, which led to the victim’s rescue on March 13, 2025, in Amughe Community after 10 days in captivity. Ibadin disclosed…

Peter Black Daily Independent Award Well Deserved, Idama , Taniowho.

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By Our Reporter All roads lead to Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday, for the formal investiture presentation of the Humanitarian Personality of the Year 2024 Award to the celebrated philanthropist and accomplished captain of industry, Mr. Peter Omoh Dunia, popularly known as Peter Black. The prestigious award was bestowed on the Edo State-born Chairman of Ocean Wave Group, by the management of a frontline national newspaper, Daily Independent, in recognition of his unparalleled contributions to humanity. His exceptional commitment to humanitarian concerns, especially his attention and…

Friday Sermon: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), The Best Of Allah’s Creation (Ashrafil Bariyyah)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Verily, all praise is for Allah. We praise Him, we seek His assistance and we ask for His forgiveness. And we seek refuge in Him from the evils of ourselves. Whoever Allah guides, none can misguide. Whoever He misguides, none can guide. And I bear witness that there is no deity other than Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger.   Dear brothers and sisters! If we scan the human history, the one…