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  Amnesty International has strongly condemned the Federal Government's alleged threats against individuals and groups who criticize the administration. In a statement released on Sunday, the human rights organization emphasized that expressing dissenting opinions is not a crime and that the government must stop responding with violence and threats. The organization specifically highlighted the case of Ushie Uguamaye, a National Youth Service Corps member who faced threats from NYSC officials after posting a TikTok video criticizing President Bola Tinubu's government over economic hardship. According to Amnesty International, Uguamaye was well within her rights to express her frustration over the country's worsening economic conditions. The organization denounced the reported threats from NYSC officials, stating that instead of intimidating her, the authorities should prioritize addressing the country's economic woes. The statement read, "Millions of people in Nige...

  The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has weighed in on the controversy surrounding a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Ushie Uguamaye, who was allegedly threatened by NYSC officials for criticizing President Bola Tinubu's administration. TUC President, Festus Osifo, argued that Uguamaye's outburst was a result of frustration and advised the government to be more tolerant of critics. According to Osifo, the government should not personalize criticisms, but rather develop resilience and understand that Nigerians are frustrated, hungry, and tired. He emphasized that Uguamaye, as a young NYSC member, posed no threat to the government and was simply expressing her personal frustration. The controversy began when Uguamaye posted a TikTok video criticizing the government's economic reforms, which have led to widespread hardship. The video went viral, catching the attention of NYSC officials, who allegedly threatened her and demanded that she delete the video. While the NYSC ...

  Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesman for the Labour Party's presidential campaign, has declared his support for a fresh candidate from either the southern or northern region of Nigeria in the 2027 presidential election. However, his backing comes with a condition: the candidate must agree to serve only one four-year term. Okonkwo's decision is driven by his commitment to equity and fairness, which he believes is essential for maintaining the delicate balance of power between the northern and southern regions of Nigeria. He emphasized that his support for a fresh candidate is not limited to any particular region, but rather to anyone who is willing to serve the country selflessly and uphold the principles of justice and fairness. The former Labour Party spokesman also stressed the need for a coalition to defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next election. He described the APC government as incompetent and urged the opposition to put aside their differences a...

  The Obuoro Ibere community in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State has denied any involvement in the death of one of its indigenes, Mr. Okezie Onyema Onyendu, a commercial motorcyclist who was attacked by unknown assailants in Amawom village. Onyendu was ambushed around 1 am on March 7, and his attackers made off with his motorcycle, mobile phone, and daily earnings. He later succumbed to his injuries on March 10 at the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia. The Traditional Prime Minister of Obuoro, Chief Goddey Nduche, dismissed allegations made by Onyendu's widow, Mrs. Ogechi Okezie, that the community was involved in her husband's death. Nduche described the allegations as baseless and emphasized that it is an abomination for the community to shed the blood of one of its own sons. Nduche explained that Onyendu had unresolved issues with the community, including his failure to perform the traditional second burial rites of his late father and a dispute with his half-brothe...

  The Federal Government has introduced new guidelines for civil servants seeking to migrate their salaries, change their names, or update their next-of-kin records. A memo dated March 12, 2025, from the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation outlined the requirements, citing the need for stricter compliance due to previous instances of incomplete documentation. According to the memo, civil servants must submit specific documents to facilitate approvals for changes to their HR records on the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) platform. The government emphasized that requests without the required documents will not be processed. The new guidelines are part of efforts to enhance efficiency and eliminate payroll fraud within the civil service system. The Federal Government has urged all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to note and comply with the Standard Operating Procedures for requests on changes/corrections on HR records of emplo...

  𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐦𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝, 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐭 A violent crisis erupted in Umusi/Olokwa Community, Owerri West LGA, Imo State, claiming the life of Stanley Nwoke, the Youth Leader-elect. The incident occurred two months after Nwoke was declared the winner of the Community Youth general election¹ ²[3). According to DSP Henry Okoye, spokesperson for the Imo State Police Command, the attack took place on March 15, 2025, leaving four of Nwoke's siblings injured and nine houses burnt. Preliminary investigations revealed that the violence stemmed from the youth election held on January 3, 2025, which Nwoke won. However, a faction allegedly led by Chinaza Nwachukwu and others rejected the outcome and is suspected to be behind the attack. Commissioner of Police CP Aboki Danjuma has condemned the killing and vowed to apprehend those responsible. Danjuma, along with his management team, visited the ...

  A political storm is brewing in Rivers State, as the State House of Assembly has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of deliberately stalling the implementation of a Supreme Court judgment. The Assembly claims that the governor is obstructing the process of re-presenting the 2025 Appropriation Bill, a critical step mandated by the court's ruling. According to Enemi George, Chairman of the House Committee on Information and the Assembly's spokesperson, the governor's actions are a blatant disregard for the rule of law. George challenged the governor to provide evidence of a letter he claimed to have sent to the Assembly, expressing his intention to present the appropriation bill. The Assembly's allegations are rooted in a Supreme Court judgment that invalidated the state's 2025 budget. The court ordered the governor to re-present the appropriation bill to the Assembly for consideration. However, the Assembly claims that the governor has ignored their appeals and ins...