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By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide JP  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  Rt. Hon. Alabi Bliss Oshionogue, a titan forged in the crucible of grassroots resilience, ascending to the chairmanship with a mandate etched in the sweat and dreams of his people. From the dusty paths of Somorika to the vibrant markets of Igarra, his administration ignited a renaissance—a symphony of progress that drowned out the echoes of despair. Picture this: under the scorching sun of 2025, as the Okpameri Cultural Festival pulsed with the rhythms of ancestral drums, Chairman Oshionogue stood tall, not as a distant ruler, but as a brother among kin. He championed cultural revival, weaving threads of unity that bound fractured communities into an unbreakable tapestry. His hands flagged off the Chairman's Cup, where young warriors clashed on fields of glory, fostering not just sport, but the unquenchable spirit of youth empowerment. Budgets were no longer shrouded in secrecy; they were blueprints o...

Writen by Comrade Amb victor M Olajide JP  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  In the heart of Nigeria's political landscape stands Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, a formidable force whose journey from humble beginnings to the corridors of power exemplifies resilience, vision, and unwavering commitment to public service. As the former Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), she has left an indelible mark on the nation's development, championing the causes of women, youth, and vulnerable communities. Just yesterday, on January 26, 2026, she graced the inauguration of the National Youth Alliance (NYA) 36 state officials at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja as the Mother of the Day, urging Nigerian youths to unite and claim their rightful place in leadership—a fitting capstone to her legacy of empowerment. Early Life and Formative Years: Roots in Royalty and Resilience Born on June 12, 1970, in Wuse, Abuja, Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu (née Sidi Ali) hails fr...

Writen by Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  In the heart of Ogoniland, where the Niger Delta's rich earth meets the scars of oil exploration, a boy named Magnus Ngei Abe was born on May 24, 1965, in Nchia, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Ogoni people, proud and resilient, have long inhabited this corner of southern Nigeria, their land blessed with petroleum yet burdened by environmental degradation and marginalization. Magnus grew up in this reality—surrounded by communities fighting for justice, dignity, and a fair share of the nation's wealth. From those early days, ambition took root in him, fueled by a determination to rise above circumstance and represent his people on larger stages. His journey began with education. He attended St. Patrick College in Ikot-Ansa, Calabar, and Akpor Grammar School in Ozuoba, before earning his LL.B from the Rivers State University of Science and Technology. Called to the Nige...

Writen By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENTS In the heart of Nigeria's South East—a region rich in human capital, entrepreneurial spirit, and untapped potential—history turned a long-awaited page in 2024. After decades of advocacy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the South East Development Commission (SEDC) into law, breaking a 54-year jinx and creating a dedicated platform for coordinated, sustainable regional growth. This was not merely an administrative act; it was a bold commitment to reclaiming the South East's rightful place as an economic powerhouse. At the helm stands **Mark Okoye II**, appointed Managing Director and CEO in early 2025. A 39-year-old visionary with an uncommon blend of public-sector excellence and private-sector acumen, Okoye brings a proven track record that inspires confidence. As Anambra State's youngest-ever Commissioner for Economic Planning, Budget, and Development Partnerships, he drove reven...

Writen By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  Under the stewardship of Honourable Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE, the Ministry has shifted from broad promises to concrete, measurable outcomes—particularly through oversight of regional development commissions like the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), North East Development Commission (NEDC), and others. Despite persistent funding constraints (with only about 40% of budgeted funds released in key years), Momoh's emphasis on efficiency, completion of abandoned projects, and strategic partnerships has yielded visible, transformative impacts across Nigeria's regions. These achievements focus on infrastructure that unlocks economic potential, improves livelihoods, enhances connectivity, boosts access to power, health, education, and water, and fosters inclusion—especially for youth, women, and underserved communities. Here are some of the most impactful speci...

By Comrade Amb victor M Olajide  NEWS. SPORTS. ENTERTAINMENT  The grand auditorium of the NAF Conference Centre thrummed with an electric fervor on that fateful day. It was January 26, 2026—a date etched in the annals of Nigerian history as the official inauguration of the National Youth Alliance (NYA), a beacon of hope amid the shadows of disillusionment. The air was thick with anticipation, a symphony of youthful voices echoing through the halls, as thousands gathered to witness the swearing-in of the 36 state executive chairmen and the Federal Capital Territory's vanguard, alongside the triumphant unveiling of the NYA's official website. Banners fluttered like flags of revolution, emblazoned with slogans of unity and empowerment, while the crowd—a mosaic of vibrant attires from every corner of the federation—pulsed with the raw energy of a generation poised to seize its destiny. As the ceremony commenced, the spotlight converged on Ambassador Aliyu B...