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The Education Toll Gate: Why President Tinubu Must Cancel The Arbitrary ₦4,000 WAEC/NECO Verification Fee
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The Education Toll Gate: Why President Tinubu Must Cancel The Arbitrary ₦4,000 WAEC/NECO Verification Fee

A critical analysis of the newly introduced result verification levy by WAEC and NECO, demonstrating how extracting ₦7.84 billion from struggling Nigerian families threatens youth access to higher education and burdens citizens already facing severe economic hardship.

Site manager · Sep 10, 2026 · 2 min read
Appointments or Political Strategy? The Timing of Enugu’s New Governing Councils Raises Questions

Appointments or Political Strategy? The Timing of Enugu’s New Governing Councils Raises Questions

As Enugu State approaches another election season, the sudden appointment of governing councils and boards for key public institutions has sparked questions about timing, priorities, and political intent. After years of reported leadership gaps at institutions such as IMT, ESUT, ESCET, and the Civil Service Commission, critics are asking why decisive action appears to have come only as the 2027 political contest draws closer. Writing Appointments or Political Strategy? The Timing of Enugu’s New Governing Councils Raises Questions To the good people of Enugu State, this is a moment to pay close attention to the decisions being taken in the name of governance. The public service announcement released on September 4, 2026, announcing appointments to governing councils and boards of key state institutions has generated questions about timing, priorities, and political motivation.

Site manager · Sep 04, 2026
Akpugo PDP Ward Meeting Disrupted by Gunmen as Nnaji Demands Swift Investigation, Accountability

Akpugo PDP Ward Meeting Disrupted by Gunmen as Nnaji Demands Swift Investigation, Accountability

The reported disruption of a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ward meeting in Akpugo Ward 3, Nkanu West LGA, Enugu State, has raised fresh concerns over the safety of political activities and the protection of democratic participation. PDP governorship candidate, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji Nwakaibeya, condemned the incident, declared that “Enough is Enough,” and called on the police, DSS, and other security agencies to conduct a prompt and impartial investigation. He urged supporters to remain calm and law-abiding, while calling on all political stakeholders to reject intimidation and violence and uphold peace, democratic values, and the rule of law ahead of the 2027 elections.

Site manager · Aug 30, 2026
PDP DEMANDS IMPARTIAL INVESTIGATION, WARNS AGAINST RETURN OF POLITICAL INTIMIDATION IN ENUGU

PDP DEMANDS IMPARTIAL INVESTIGATION, WARNS AGAINST RETURN OF POLITICAL INTIMIDATION IN ENUGU

The reported gunfire and disruption of a PDP ward meeting in Akpugo, Nkanu West, have raised serious concerns over political safety and democratic participation in Enugu State. While responsibility must await the outcome of a credible and impartial investigation, the incident underscores the urgent need to protect citizens’ right to assemble, campaign and express their political choices without fear or intimidation. As the 2027 elections approach, the people of Enugu deserve a political environment where ideas, policies and the ballot—not violence or coercion—determine the state’s future.

Site manager · Aug 30, 2026
AKPUGO UNDER ATTACK: PDP WARD 3 RAISES ALARM OVER ALLEGED POLITICAL VIOLENCE, CALLS FOR JUSTICE

AKPUGO UNDER ATTACK: PDP WARD 3 RAISES ALARM OVER ALLEGED POLITICAL VIOLENCE, CALLS FOR JUSTICE

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Akpugo Ward 3, has condemned the alleged violent disruption of its ward general meeting held on 29 August 2026, describing the incident as a disturbing threat to democratic participation and peaceful political engagement. The Ward leadership has called for a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation by the relevant security authorities, urging that anyone found responsible be held accountable regardless of political affiliation or status.

Site manager · Aug 29, 2026