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SAD: Outrage as Visually Impaired Student Allegedly Victimised, Evicted from UNN Hostel After Speaking Out

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A wave of anger and heartbreak has swept across the student community of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) following allegations that a visually impaired student, Nnamdi Daniel, was forcefully evicted from his hostel after speaking publicly about the deplorable state of accommodation facilities. According to claims circulating online, the student—who is blind—was reportedly sent out of his hostel on the orders of Professor Adibe Agbo, the institution’s Director of Housing and Accommodation. The alleged action came shortly after Daniel granted an interview highlighting the poor living conditions in UNN hostels, including deteriorating infrastructure, unsanitary facilities, and an environment many have described as unfit for students. Images accompanying the claims show disturbing scenes of neglected hostel rooms, broken furniture, dirty restrooms, and crumbling buildings, painting a grim picture of student life within the university. For many observers, the contrast between Dan...

FG Declares Friday Public Holiday for Workers’ Day Celebration

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  The Federal Government has declared Friday a public holiday in commemoration of this year’s International Workers’ Day, celebrated annually across the globe. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani. In the statement, the minister congratulated Nigerian workers for their unwavering dedication and invaluable contributions to national development, emphasizing that their efforts remain central to the country’s growth and prosperity. He urged workers to continue to uphold values such as patriotism, productivity, and commitment, noting that these are critical to achieving sustainable development. The government also reaffirmed its commitment to improving the welfare and security of workers while fostering an enabling environment for economic progress. Citizens were encouraged to remain peaceful and law abiding during the holiday and to reflect on the impor...

Tinubu Appoints Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Foreign Affairs Minister

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. Her appointment follows the resignation of Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down to pursue political ambitions ahead of the 2027 general elections. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, a former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, is expected to spearhead Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements at a time the federal government is intensifying efforts to strengthen international partnerships and reposition its foreign policy. In a related development, President Tinubu has nominated Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, subject to confirmation by the Senate. Enikanolaiye, a seasoned career diplomat, previously served as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and International Relations. He has also held key positions within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including Permanent Secretary, with diplomatic postings in Addis Ababa, Belgrade, Ottawa, London, and Ne...

Enugu Residents Raise Alarm Over Soaring House Rents, Call for Governor’s Urgent Intervention

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  ...Apex Students Body Joins the Outcry   Residents across Enugu State have raised serious concerns over the alarming surge in house rents, decrying what many describe as an unbearable economic burden on low- and middle-income earners, students, and young families. The outcry comes amid growing frustration over what stakeholders allege to be a deliberate delay by the Enugu State House of Assembly in passing the much-anticipated amendment to the state’s tenancy law—a move widely believed could have curtailed the excesses currently ravaging the housing sector. Speaking to Prime Media Frontier News Correspondents on Wednesday, Mr. Emmanuel Nwobodo lamented the worsening situation, warning that the unchecked rise in rents is pushing many residents to the brink. According to him, the reality on ground reflects a housing crisis that has spiraled beyond normal economic explanations, with rents in some parts of the state reportedly increasing by over 300 percent within a short pe...

NANS Condemns Alleged Brutality By UNN Security Operatives on Nigerian Students, Demands Immediate Justice

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  A wave of condemnation has trailed the alleged ill treatment of a student at the University ofNigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC), following the circulation of a disturbing viral video showing security operatives subjecting the student to what observers have described as degrading and excessive force. The incident, which has sparked widespread anger among students and stakeholders, reportedly occurred after the victim allegedly used an unauthorized route within the campus. However, critics argue that the response of the security personnel was grossly disproportionate, unprofessional, and in clear violation of the rights and dignity of the student. Eyewitness accounts and footage from the viral video suggest that the student was physically assaulted, with his mobile device allegedly damaged during the encounter. The development has since ignited debates on the conduct of campus security agencies and the need for urgent reforms to safeguard students from abuse. Reacting strongly to th...

EFCC Declares City Boys Movement Women Leader Wante

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  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, a women leader of the City Boys Movement, wanted over alleged fraud. In a notice issued on Monday via X (formerly Twitter), the EFCC stated that Tejuosho is wanted for an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence. The notice was signed by the Commission’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale. The anti-graft agency called on members of the public with useful information about her whereabouts to report to any EFCC office nationwide or contact security agencies, including the nearest police station, through official communication channels. Tejuosho was recently appointed as the South-West Zonal Women Leader of the City Boys Movement. According to the group, her role involved providing strategic leadership for women-focused initiatives, including political mobilization, civic engagement, and advocacy within the region. The development adds to a series of ongoing investigations and ...

Chief Uche Nnaji’s One-Term Pledge, a Bold Strategy Reshaping Enugu’s 2027 Governorship Race

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   ENUGU Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, popularly known as Nwakibie, is gaining significant political traction in Enugu State ahead of the 2027 governorship election with a bold commitment to serve only a single four year term. The announcement, made during a high level consultative meeting with party leaders, grassroots mobilizers, and stakeholders across the state, has quickly emerged as a defining moment in the evolving political landscape. The gathering, which drew participation from youth groups, women organizations, and professionals, served as both a strategic engagement and a platform to unveil a compelling vision for the future of Enugu. Central to Nnaji’s position is a strong alignment with the state’s zoning arrangement, a system widely regarded as a stabilizing force in Enugu politics. By committing to just one term, he presents himself as a unifying figure willing to uphold the principle of equity, while paving the way for Enugu...