Chief Edwin Clark, an elder statesman has called for the suspension of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), alleging that it is now at a crossroads because it has lost its founding vision. Clark, a former Federal Commissioner of Information, in a statement on Monday titled, “Our Governors’ Forum: An Open Appeal for Reform,” said the NGF’s ability to unify state governors under a common banner could have been its greatest strength. Clark alleged that the...

The National Assembly members have described Nigeria’s border closure policy as a failure in addressing security and economic challenges. The lawmakers expressed concerns about the ongoing cross-border banditry in states bordering Niger and Chad, during the 2025 budget defense session with the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment. The lawmakers emphasized that Nigeria must urgently review its border policy to address security lapses and economic disruptions caused by ineffective implementation. The Chairman of the Senate...

Senator John Azuta Mbata has emerged as the President General of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide at the national elections held at the Old Government Lodge, Abakiliki Road, Enugu in Enugu State. The election held on Friday was peaceful, successful and ushers in the new executive leadership team of the apex socio-cultural organization for the Igbo people of Nigeria. A press release signed by Chief Agbeze Ireke Kalu Onuma on behalf of the Election Committee Media Team...