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Fresh reactions trail presidency’s defence of Gbajabiamila over allegations

July 2, 2026

Fresh reactions have emerged following the Presidency’s defence of Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, over Gbajabiamila allegations linking him to an alleged appointment-for-cash scheme. Opposition figures, legal practitioners and members of the public have called for an independent investigation, while some have demanded his resignation. The latest responses followed a statement issued […]

SPECIAL INVESTIGATION: New Company, Familiar Faces, Questions Mount Over Enugu Airport Concession to Aero Alliance

June 25, 2026

By Investigations Desk The Federal Government’s decision to concession the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, to Aero Alliance is being celebrated as a milestone in Nigeria’s aviation reforms. Yet a closer examination of the concessionaire and its principals raises significant questions about transparency, corporate capacity and public accountability. At the centre of the debate is […]

SPECIAL REPORT: Enugu Airport Concession Raises Transparency Questions as Newly Registered Company Takes Over Strategic National Asset

June 25, 2026

The Federal Government’s decision to concession the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, has been presented as a landmark achievement for the South-East. However, an examination of publicly available records and reports raises important questions about the selected concessionaire, Aero Alliance, and whether Nigerians have been given sufficient information about a 30-year agreement involving one of […]

Atiku Warns Against Political Misuse of Courts Over El-Rufai Bail Conditions

June 24, 2026

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the bail conditions imposed on former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, arguing that the requirements are excessively difficult to meet and risk undermining constitutional protections. Speaking through his media aide, Atiku warned that the situation raises broader concerns about the administration […]

Enugu North By-Election Faces Fresh Scrutiny as PRP, NDC Reject Outcome

June 24, 2026

The outcome of the Enugu North by-election has come under renewed pressure after the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) rejected the conduct and results of the poll, alleging widespread electoral malpractice and violence. Leaders of both parties accused electoral officials and security agencies of failing to guarantee a free, fair, […]

Onanuga Defends Tinubu Policies, Says Hunger Narrative Does Not Reflect Entire Nigeria

June 24, 2026

Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga has challenged widespread claims of severe hunger across Nigeria, arguing that the situation often portrayed by critics does not fully reflect the experiences of many citizens benefiting from government policies. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Onanuga maintained that several initiatives introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration have delivered measurable […]

Enugu North By-Election: If This Was The Rehearsal, What Comes Next In 2027?

June 23, 2026

The recent Enugu North Senatorial District by-election has left behind more than just winners and losers. It has also left behind a trail of public concern, fueled by widely circulated reports and eyewitness accounts alleging voter intimidation, violence, disruption of polling activities and other electoral irregularities. Across social media and political circles, the accounts were […]

El-Rufai Phone Tapping Trial Continues as Witness Denies Hearing Confession

June 22, 2026

El-Rufai phone tapping trial resumed at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, with a prosecution witness denying claims that the former Kaduna State governor admitted to hacking the National Security Adviser’s phone line. Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna governor and ex-FCT minister, is facing a five-count amended charge bordering on alleged unlawful interception of […]

EDITORIAL: ENUGU AIR AND THE $30 BILLION QUESTION

June 17, 2026

The recent interview by the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, published by Punch Newspapers under the headline “Enugu Air, Airport Concession Key to $30bn GDP Target”, deserves careful examination. At first glance, the proposition appears attractive: a state-owned airline and an airport concession serving as catalysts for economic transformation. Upon closer scrutiny, however, the […]

Enugu North Turns Out in Thousands for Uche Nnaji, Signals Strong Support Ahead of 2027

June 16, 2026

UDENU, ENUGU STATE – A remarkable display of unity and political enthusiasm unfolded in Udenu Local Government Area as thousands of residents from across Enugu North Senatorial District gathered to welcome Rt. Hon. Chief Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship flagbearer. The gathering, which attracted supporters from different communities within the district, […]