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ALLEGED SCANDAL ROCKS TANSIAN UNIVERSITY AS REVEREND FATHER, STUDENT CAUGHT IN CLASSROOM INCIDENT

May 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Tension erupted at Tansian University after a Reverend Father and lecturer was allegedly caught in a compromising situation with a female student inside a classroom. The incident reportedly triggered outrage among students, leading to a confrontation before campus security intervened.

Editorial

FG, SSANU, NASU RESUME RENEGOTIATION TALKS AMID STRIKE SUSPENSION

May 12, 2026 · 2 min read

The Federal Government has resumed fresh renegotiation talks with SSANU and NASU in a bid to avert another nationwide strike in public universities. The discussions are focused on salary review, welfare packages, withheld payments, and the implementation of agreements affecting non-academic staff across federal tertiary institutions.

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Interviews

FIRE OUTBREAKS DAMAGES CHILDREN'S WARD, ICT UNIT AT MOTHER OF CHRIST SPECIALIST HOSPITAL

May 12, 2026 · 4 min read

A late-night fire outbreak at Mother of Christ Specialist Hospital in Ogui, Enugu, caused extensive damage to critical hospital facilities, including offices, ICT equipment, CCTV control systems, and parts of the children’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The incident, which occurred on Sunday night within the Holy Ghost Cathedral premises, was suspected to have been triggered by an electrical spark linked to unstable power supply. Despite the destruction, no lives were lost as hospital staff, student nurses, and emergency responders acted swiftly to evacuate patients, newborn babies, and workers to safety. Speaking on the incident, Hospital Administrator Rev. Sr.

Politics

POLITICAL EXCITEMENT BUILDS AT PDP SECRETRIAT OVER NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN'S VISIT TO WADATA PLAZA

May 12, 2026 · 1 min read

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Headquarters in Abuja witnessed a wave of excitement and political activity as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan officially stormed Wadata Plaza to submit her Nomination and Expression of Interest forms ahead of the party’s forthcoming electoral process. Her arrival drew enthusiastic supporters, party stakeholders, and loyalists who gathered to welcome the distinguished lawmaker and celebrate what many described as another significant milestone for the party. The vibrant atmosphere at the PDP National Secretariat reflected the growing momentum within the party, as aspirants across the country continue to demonstrate strong participation in the ongoing nomination exercise.

Investigations

ENUGU GOVERNMENT UNDER FIRE OVER ALLEGED EXTRAVAGANT SPENDING AMID POOR PRIMARY SCHOOL CONDITIONS

May 12, 2026 · 1 min read

The reported purchase of brand new 2026 Toyota Corolla vehicles for deputy chairmen across local government areas in Enugu State has sparked widespread criticism and renewed concerns over government spending priorities. Critics argue that allocating over N1 billion to official vehicles at a time when many public primary schools lack basic furniture and operate in dilapidated structures reflects a disconnect from the everyday struggles of ordinary citizens. Questions have also been raised about why locally manufactured alternatives, such as Innoson vehicles, were not considered, while many communities continue to battle poor road infrastructure and inadequate public services. The development has intensified public debate over accountability, governance, and the true impact of political leadership on the welfare of the masses.

Governance

2027 IS RESCUE MISSION. ENUGU MUST RISE AGAIN.

May 11, 2026 · 1 min read

The 2027 political movement in Enugu State is being presented as a mission focused on economic recovery, industrial growth, and sustainable development. Chief Geoffrey Uche Nnaji is promoting plans to unlock Enugu’s gas resources, improve electricity supply, revive industries, support businesses, and create jobs for youths. The vision also emphasises agricultural transformation and economic expansion aimed at repositioning Enugu as a major economic hub in the South East.

Editorial

KEY DECISIONS AND REFORMS ANNOUNCED AT THE 2026 JAMB POLICY MEETING ON TERTIARY INSTITUTION ADMISSIONS IN NIGERIA

May 11, 2026 · 3 min read

At the 2026 JAMB Policy Meeting on Admissions into Tertiary Institutions, the Federal Government approved key reforms to improve access and structure in tertiary education. Notably, candidates applying for the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) with at least four O’Level credit passes were exempted from writing the UTME, alongside selected agricultural programmes. The meeting also set new minimum cut-off marks at 150 for universities and nursing programmes, and 100 for polytechnics and colleges of education. JAMB reaffirmed CAPS as the only approved admission platform and warned against illegal admissions. Other decisions include strict admission quotas, fixed national deadlines, and a four-week limit for candidates to accept offers.

Editorial

BARR. NESTOR EZEME ,PHD : REDEFINING REPRESENTATION IN ENUGU NORTH THROUGH PROVEN SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP

May 11, 2026 · 4 min read

Barr. Nestor Ezeme, PhD emerges as a seasoned legal practitioner, educationist, and public administrator whose decades of service reflect a consistent record of integrity, competence, and measurable impact. As a leading candidate for the Senate seat of Enugu North Senatorial Zone, he represents a leadership model anchored on practical governance, people-centered development, and institutional reform. His tenure as Executive Chairman of the Post Primary Schools Management Board (PPSMB) remains a defining period of transformation in Enugu State’s education sector, marked by improved teacher welfare, expanded ICT infrastructure, strengthened academic standards, and large-scale school revitalization projects.

Editorial

FG LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE DRUG TESTING POLICY TO CURB SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

May 11, 2026 · 2 min read

The Federal Government’s introduction of mandatory drug testing for secondary school students marks a significant step in tackling the rising challenge of substance abuse among Nigerian youths. Through periodic and surprise screenings, the initiative aims to promote early detection, counselling, rehabilitation, and safer learning environments in schools nationwide. The policy reflects a broader commitment to protecting students’ mental health, strengthening discipline, and supporting the national fight against drug abuse through preventive and corrective measures rather than punishment.

Politics

DEPUTY SPEAKER BENJAMIN KALU RETURNS TO BENDE REPS CONTEST AMID GOVERNORSHIP SPECULATIONS

May 11, 2026 · 1 min read

Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu has reportedly shifted attention from the Abia State governorship race to the House of Representatives primaries for Bende Federal Constituency, a move that has sparked widespread political reactions across the state. The Deputy Speaker, who had previously expressed interest in challenging Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 governorship election, appeared before the APC Screening Committee for the National Assembly contest, signaling a possible change in political strategy.