Edith F. Atang, Author at Eagle Vision Media

Bayelsa Assembly Confirms Peter Akpe as Deputy Governor

February 24, 2026

The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed Pastor Peter Akpe as the new Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State. The confirmation took place during a plenary session on Tuesday morning in Yenagoa. The position of Deputy Governor became vacant following the death of Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo in December 2025. The Bayelsa State constitution requires the governor […]

NPC Warns Vote-Buying and Violence Could Undermine 2027 Polls

February 24, 2026

The National Peace Committee (NPC) has warned that vote-buying, violence and insecurity pose a threat to the legitimacy of upcoming elections, including the 2027 general polls, the group said at a stakeholders’ forum in Ado-Ekiti on Saturday. The NPC made the warning at a three-day Stakeholders’ Validation Forum organised through its secretariat, the Kukah Centre, […]

Enugu State Government Imposes ₦150,000,000 Levy on Political Billboard and Exclusive Games

February 23, 2026

By Chukwudi Louis Ani, Political Economist The Enugu State Government’s recent decision to impose a ₦150,000,000 levy on political billboards raises serious questions about fairness, democracy, and equal access to political participation. At a time when many citizens are already facing economic challenges, introducing such a high fee for political advertising sends a concerning message. […]

Even the Dead Cannot Be Laid to Rest in Enugu Without Payment

February 23, 2026

The recently concluded town hall meeting with the incoming Chief Geoffrey Uche Nnaji and Enugu State business owners based in Lagos took place at a time when troubling accounts are prompting serious reflection about the state’s direction. When Chief Nwakaibie visited Enugu on January 29, 2026, to arrange for the burial of his mother, he […]

Kogi Youths Donate ₦100m to Procure APC Presidential Nomination Form for Tinubu

February 23, 2026

A youth group in Kogi State has donated ₦100 million to support the procurement of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential nomination form for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The donation was announced on Saturday during an event in Lokoja. The procurement of a party’s presidential nomination form is part of internal arrangements within political parties […]

APC Says Wike Has Constitutional Right to Campaign for Any Candidate in FCT Polls

February 23, 2026

The All Progressives Congress (APC) said the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has the constitutional right to campaign for any candidate of his choice in the February 21 FCT Area Council elections. The party said this in an interview on television on Monday. The FCT Area Council polls were held […]

Bayelsa Successions: Behind‑the‑Scenes Moves in Contest for Deputy Governor

February 23, 2026

The death of Bayelsa State Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo has prompted political activity among state leaders and interest groups regarding the appointment of a successor, with key stakeholders engaging in discussions and advocacy on the next deputy governor. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who served as deputy governor of Bayelsa State, died on Thursday, December 11, 2025. His […]

Atiku Says Democracy Under Siege, Cites Low FCT Poll Turnout Amid Political Climate Concerns

February 23, 2026

Former Vice President of Nigeria and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, said low voter turnout in Saturday’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections reflects what he described as conditions constraining democratic participation. He made his comments in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday. Area Council elections were held on […]

SERAP Urges Tinubu to Withdraw Mass Surveillance Regulations, Cites Privacy Concerns

February 22, 2026

The Socio‑Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the immediate withdrawal of the Lawful Interception of Communications Regulations, 2019, saying the rules are unconstitutional, unlawful, and inconsistent with Nigeria’s international obligations. SERAP made the appeal in a letter dated February 21, 2026, signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole […]

APC’s Christopher Maikalangu Declared Winner of AMAC Chairmanship Election

February 22, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Mr. Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections held on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The FCT Area Council elections took place across six area councils, […]