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SECURITY IN FOCUS: Confusion Rocks Niger State Community as Helicopter Landing Sparks Wild Rumors of Terrorist Collusion

Jul 04, 2026 · 3 min read

A violent clash between rival terror factions in Kaboji, Niger State, took a bizarre twist after a security helicopter landed in the community to evacuate casualties. While local viral videos alleged institutional complicity in aiding wounded bandits, security intelligence reveals the aircraft was deployed as part of an aggressive anti-terror interception that left multiple bandits neutralised and six detained.

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Celebrating 13th years of faithful Episcopal Service ! A tribute to Bishop Godfrey Igwebuike Onah

Jul 04, 2026 · 1 min read

As Bishop Godfrey Igwebuike Onah marks the 13th anniversary of his episcopal ordination, we celebrate a shepherd whose ministry has been defined by faith, integrity, and selfless service. His unwavering commitment to proclaiming the Gospel, promoting peace, defending truth, and nurturing the spiritual growth of God's people has left an enduring impact on the Church and society. We thank God for the gift of his leadership and pray for renewed strength, abundant grace, good health, and many more fruitful years of faithful service. Happy 13th Episcopal Anniversary, Your Lordship. Ad multos annos!

Governance

HEALTH WATCH: Enugu Ranks 9th Nationwide as Fresh Data Exposes 55,637 Patients Actively on HIV Treatment

Jul 03, 2026 · 3 min read

Freshly released data on Nigeria's national public health response has revealed that Enugu State currently has 55,637 patients actively receiving Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) as of June 30, 2026. According to statistical breakdowns published by TheCableIndex, the Coal City State sits 9th out of the 36 states and the FCT, highlighting both a significant public health burden and the high rate of clinical tracking and treatment retention achieved across state-owned and specialized healthcare networks.

Governance

DEMOCRACY EXPANDS: INEC Grants Two-Week Voter Registration Extension and Unveils Revolutionary Online Biometric Self-Service Portal

Jul 03, 2026 · 2 min read

In a major victory for civic engagement, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially extended the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise by two weeks. Moving the final deadline from July 10 to July 24, 2026, the electoral umpire also dropped a game-changing tech innovation: a brand-new digital portal enabling first-time voters to completely register—including full biometric capture—directly from their smartphones or personal devices.

Governance

THE PFIPC EXTRAVAGANZA: Prince Adeyemi Drops Stunners on Gbajabiamila, Exposes ₦27 Billion Demands, and Blows Open ₦1.3 Billion Hidden Line in 2026 Budget

Jul 03, 2026 · 6 min read

The ongoing institutional battle over the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) has escalated into an absolute thriller. Following a public disclaimer by the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, which branded the council a total fiction, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew has fired back with a devastating press conference. Armed with a mountain of state paperwork, Adeyemi directly accused the Chief of Staff of attempting to extort a ₦27.3 billion kickback and produced explicit federal budget sheets displaying a ₦1.3 billion direct allocation to the "non-existent" council.

Governance

ESUT ADMISSIONS 2026/2027: Portal Opens for UTME and Direct Entry Screening with Five Newly Approved High-Tech Degree Programs

Jul 03, 2026 · 3 min read

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has officially declared its online post-UTME screening open for the 2026/2027 academic session, inviting both first-choice applicants and prospective change-of-institution candidates. In a major structural expansion to meet contemporary global demands, the university senate has also announced the formal addition of five cutting-edge technology and security-focused courses: Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Science, Software Engineering, and Intelligence and Security Studies.

Governance

ATM Suspect Arrested in Enugu After Allegedly Targeting NSCDC Officer

Jul 03, 2026 · 1 min read

A suspected ATM card thief has been arrested in Enugu after allegedly attempting to use a stolen card that belonged to an operative of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

Investigations

OUTRAGE OVER ₦234M UNTH FUNDING: Hospital Allegedly Spent Millions on Lagos Facility Amid Enugu Infrastructure Collapse

Jul 03, 2026 · 2 min read

A federal expenditure record has sparked controversy over alleged payments totaling ₦234.7 million by the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Enugu, said to have been used in equipping a hospital project in Lagos while its own facilities reportedly faced severe infrastructural and operational challenges.

Governance

Imo First Lady Urges Men to Care for Their Wives, Reaffirms Commitment to Ending Gender-Based Violence

Jul 03, 2026 · 2 min read

The First Lady of Imo State, Chioma Uzodimma, has encouraged men to cherish and support their wives, saying mutual care strengthens families, while reaffirming her commitment to the fight against gender-based violence.

Investigations

CHAOS IN ENUGU: Citizens Rise Up, Confront and Disarm ‘Fake’ Government Task Force Operatives at Secretariat and Okpara Avenue Intersection

Jul 03, 2026 · 3 min read

A highly volatile drama unfolded in the heart of Enugu’s commercial and administrative district today as courageous citizens and motorists openly confronted individuals parading themselves as enforcement agents of the Enugu State Government task force. The heated showdown, which took place near the State Secretariat and the highly busy Garden Avenue/Okpara Avenue axis, erupted after the self-imposed operatives intercepted a private vehicle under suspicious circumstances. Accusing the squad of operating an illegal, synthetic extortion ring designed to milk local drivers, an angry crowd cornered the operatives, demanding immediate official identification and exposing the deep public bitterness over unregulated street enforcement in the capital city.