Why Governor Soludo might Struggle with his Re-election next year

ColumnsNigeriaOpinionPoliticsWhy Governor Soludo might Struggle with his Re-election next year

PilotnewsOctober 12, 2024

“Most Anambra stakeholders who supported Soludo in 2021 are no longer cordial with him” —Ebuka Onyekwelu Anambra State politicians and indeed, all interested parties in the 2025 Anambra State gubernatorial election are now advancing their schemes, almost one year to the election. The incumbent governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo has recently concluded the local government election in which his own lineup of the All Progressives Grand Alliance – APGA- were all declared the winners. Thankfully, both...

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Anambra’s LP Lawmakers Distance selves from LGA Administration Law

NewsNigeriaPoliticsAnambra’s LP Lawmakers Distance selves from LGA Administration Law

PilotnewsOctober 8, 2024

Members of the Labour Party caucus in the Anambra State House of Assembly have disassociated themselves from the Local government administration bill brought by Anambra State Governor Prof Charles soludo that was passed into law on Tuesday, 8 October, 2024 by the House. The Labour Party caucus members led by Hon. Jude Umennajiego, representing Onitsha South 2, made this known while addressing journalists at the Anambra State House Assembly complex. According to the LP lawmakers,...

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Cherwell District Council, UK Celebrates Okeke As first Black Councillor, Chairman

NewsNigeriaPoliticsCherwell District Council, UK Celebrates Okeke As first Black Councillor, Chairman

PilotnewsOctober 8, 2024

In celebration of Black History Month, the first black councillor and chairman of Cherwell District Council, United Kingdom Dr. Chukwudi Okeke has been recognized for his historic achievements. Dr. Okeke who hails for Amaokpala Community in Orumba North Council Area was elected as the council’s first black councillor in 2022 and becoming chairman in 2024. In an interview, Dr. Okeke expressed his pride and honor in serving Cherwell District, stating that his role represents a...

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Anambra State Leads in 2024 Presidential Prizes for Primary and Secondary Schools in Nigeria

EducationNewsNigeriaAnambra State Leads in 2024 Presidential Prizes for Primary and Secondary Schools in Nigeria

PilotnewsOctober 7, 2024

Anambra State has once again been acknowledged for its unwavering commitment to education, as teachers from the State secured top positions in the prestigious 2024 Presidential Prizes for Secondary Schools in Nigeria. This recognition was made during the World Teachers’ Day celebration According to the results of the awards, Mr. Nwosu Joseph, a dedicated teacher, received a brand-new car for emerging as the overall best teacher across all categories, earning him the top position in...

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Illegal security men arrested in Anambra State for mounting road blocks

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaIllegal security men arrested in Anambra State for mounting road blocks

PilotnewsOctober 7, 2024

No fewer than five suspected illegal security personnel have been apprehended in Anambra State for allegedly mounting road blocks and using gun the intimidate and extort road users. The ‘fake’ security men who wore black security vest crested “AVG Special Squad”, were arrested by the operatives of the Anambra State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), who also recovered at least three Pump Action guns from them. According to a statement...

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Amb. James Urges FG To Develop Juvenile Prisons In All States

NewsNigeriaPoliticsAmb. James Urges FG To Develop Juvenile Prisons In All States

PilotnewsOctober 2, 2024

A prominent investigative journalist and world peace advocate, Ambassador Karen James has called on the Nigerian government to establish juvenile prisons across all states to better protect and rehabilitate young offenders. Speaking at a recent event focused on youth empowerment and justice reform, Ambassador James highlighted the urgent need for specialized facilities that can provide a safe environment for children caught in criminal activities. “These juvenile prisons should serve not only as correctional facilities but...

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Naval Outpost Onitsha Conducts Medical Rhapsody in Ogbaru

NewsNigeriaNaval Outpost Onitsha Conducts Medical Rhapsody in Ogbaru

PilotnewsOctober 2, 2024

Naval Outpost Onitsha has conducted a Medical Rhapsody for Odekpe community in Ogbaru Council Area and its environs. The event was held at Odekpe Primary Health Care Centre. The Medical Rhapsody included the distribution of well-equipped postnatal bags for over 50 women, provision of a variety of drugs, blood pressure, and sugar equipment tests, eyesight evaluation, and provision of medicated glasses, mosquito nets, sanitary pads, and other health care equipment to the expectant mothers. According...

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Nigeria’s Fuel Imports Drop 13.77 Percent After Subsidy Removal

NewsNigeriaOil & GasNigeria’s Fuel Imports Drop 13.77 Percent After Subsidy Removal

PilotnewsOctober 2, 2024

The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, has revealed a reduction in Nigeria’s petrol imports following the removal of the fuel subsidy by President Bola Tinubu in May 2023. According to the NBS, fuel imports dropped to 20.30 billion litres in 2023, a 13.77 per cent decrease compared to the 23.54 billion litres recorded in 2022. This data was disclosed in the latest petroleum products distribution statistics released by the agency on Tuesday. The report highlighted...

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Uzu Okagbue: Commemorating the Birthday of a Man of Value

ColumnsNigeriaOpinionPoliticsUzu Okagbue: Commemorating the Birthday of a Man of Value

PilotnewsOctober 1, 2024

Born into affluence to the family of Chief Chike Okagbue, a successful oil magnet, Uzu Okagbue has maintained a level of focus and discipline that has distinguished him. In one of our conversations a while ago, Uzu recalled how his father, Chief Chike Okagbue, insisted that he maintained a strong work ethic, discipline, a sense of merit, respect for authority, and a high regard for family and friends. He also revealed that it was his...

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Breaking: APGA sweeps all 21 LGAs in Anambra Council poll

NewsNigeriaPoliticsBreaking: APGA sweeps all 21 LGAs in Anambra Council poll

PilotnewsSeptember 30, 2024

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has swept all the councillorship and chairmanship positions in the Anambra State Local Government Council election held on Saturday. The Chief Electoral Officer and Chairman, of Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), Mrs Genevieve Osakwe announced the results on Sunday night at the Commission’s office in Awka. She said APGA secured 325 out of 326 wards in the state because Oyi which has 15 wards, could only get 14...

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