Edith F. Atang, Author at Eagle Vision Media

Inside the Rivers Crisis: Fayose Speaks on Fubara-Wike Fallout

January 10, 2026

Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has said he did not anticipate the political rift between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, describing the fallout as unforeseen amid a prolonged governance crisis in the oil‑rich state. Fayose’s comments came in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, […]

Bold Palace Attack in Kwara: Bandits Abduct Monarch’s Kin

January 10, 2026

Armed bandits walked into the palace of His Royal Majesty Oba David Adedumoye, the Elerin of Adanla Irese in Igbaja District, Ifelodun Local Government Area, Kwara State, on Friday, December 26, 2025, abducting seven members of his family and injuring two during a raid that lasted nearly an hour, security sources and community vigilante leaders […]

Enugu Politics: You Cannot Collapse What You Do Not Control

January 9, 2026

Claims of a “United APC” in Enugu State collapsed almost immediately on Friday, January 9th 2026 as party stakeholders dismissed reports of a reunification as misleading, legally unfounded and politically contrived. The stakeholders said the individual paraded as leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the widely circulated reports, Ugochukwu Agballah, neither controls nor leads […]

Atiku Has Been Contesting for Presidency Since NYSC Days, Says Datti Baba Ahmed

January 9, 2026

Senator Datti Baba Ahmed has stated that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pursued the Nigerian presidency for decades, tracing his ambitions back to their time during mandatory national service. The comment, made in an interview on Friday, January 9, 2026, offers insight into Atiku’s longstanding presence in the country’s electoral dynamics. Ahmed said, “Atiku […]

FCT to Spend ₦10.5bn on 30km Road Across Six Councils

January 9, 2026

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has approved a ₦10.5 billion contract for the construction and rehabilitation of a 30-kilometre road that will connect multiple councils within Abuja, authorities have confirmed. The project, announced on Tuesday, January 7, 2026, is part of the territorial government’s ongoing efforts to improve transportation infrastructure and support economic activity […]

FG Unveils Reusable Textbook Policy to Reduce Education Costs

January 9, 2026

The Federal Government has launched a reusable textbook policy aimed at reducing the cost of education for students and families, reinforcing efforts to improve access to learning materials amid rising academic expenses nationwide. The policy was announced on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, by the Ministry of Education, which said the initiative aligns with broader reforms […]

Nigeria’s 141 Million Poor Highlight Policy Gaps, Obi Says as Political Focus Shifts to Power

January 9, 2026

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has underscored the scale of poverty in Nigeria, noting that an estimated 141 million Nigerians are living in poverty even as political discourse remains centred on leadership contests and power struggles. The comments, made in an interview on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, reflect growing concern among analysts and civil society […]

Trump Signals Potential for Additional Strikes on Nigeria if Violence Against Christians Continues

January 9, 2026

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated his stance that the United States could carry out further military strikes in Nigeria if attacks on Christian communities persist, underscoring a contentious and escalating diplomatic issue between Washington and Abuja. In a January 2026 interview with The New York Times, Trump addressed whether the Christmas Day missile […]

Amnesty International Condemns Unlawful Arrest Over Online Criticism

January 8, 2026

Amnesty International has condemned the recent arrest of a Nigerian citizen reportedly detained for criticizing government policies online. The human rights organization described the incident as a breach of freedom of expression and a worrying development in the country’s digital rights landscape. In a statement issued on Monday, January 6, 2026, Amnesty International noted: “The […]

ICPC to Continue Probe of Farouk Ahmed Despite Dangote’s Withdrawal

January 8, 2026

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed that its investigation into alleged financial misconduct involving Farouk Ahmed will continue, despite the recent withdrawal of billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote from the case. According to an official statement from the ICPC, the probe is part of the agency’s mandate to uphold transparency […]