Author: Alexandra Umeh
Alexandra Umeh
Alexandra Dominic-Chukwu is based in the eastern region of Nigeria. She covers politics, news writing, feature stories, among others. She has multitasking skills and can easily adapt to any working condition. She enjoys reading and writing.
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has extolled the bravery and sacrifices of the Nigerian Armed Forces and veterans, saying that the nation owed them eternal gratitude. The governor recognised and appreciated in a special way the role of the Armed Forces in the peace and security that currently prevail in the state. He spoke during the ceremonies to mark the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day in the state capital on Wednesday. “Our debt of gratitude to you is eternal – not just one felt for a day. For us, this debt of gratitude is…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, admitted former acting Accountant-General of the Federation, Anamekwe Nnabuoku, to a N500 million bail with two sureties in like sum over alleged fraud to the tune of N1.96 billion. Justice James Omotosho, in a ruling on Nnabuoku’s bail application moved by his lawyer, Isidore Udenko, ordered that the sureties must be owners of landed property within Abuja and shall depose to affidavit of means. Justice Omotosho held that the value of the property should not be less than N250 million each. He ordered that the sureties shall…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Gunfire near the Justice Wilfred Kpochi-led Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal on Wednesday morning, has reportedly sent shockwaves through the Edo High Court Complex in Benin. The incident caused chaos as lawyers, litigants, politicians, and journalists scrambled for safety, fearing stray bullets, according to The Nation. However, swift intervention by heavily armed security operatives restored order in the area, enabling the tribunal proceedings on Sapele Road to continue. Reacting to the event, Edo APC Chairman Jarret Tenebe condemned the attack, calling it “deeply disturbing and unacceptable.” He stated: “The tribunal is a sacred space,…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A final student of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, identified simply as Prince, has been shot dead by gunmen suspected to be cultists. According to Nation, the incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, around 1 a.m., along Abuja Street in Ikot Osurua, the community hosting the institution. The final-year Computer Science student of Higher National Diploma (HND2) student, was reportedly attacked in the presence of his girlfriend. Eyewitnesses disclosed that the victim had recently completed his final exams and was preparing to defend his project ahead of mobilization for the National Youth…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Labour Party (LP) has solidified the loyalty of its Obidient supporters, even as internal factional tensions threaten to disrupt the movement. According to Vanguard, a segment of the Obidient movement is planning to leave the Labour Party for another political platform. The party’s Directorate of Mobilization and Integration (DMI), however, has strengthened its grassroots structure, potentially neutralizing the impact of the splinter group. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday, a Labour Party chieftain and Coordinator of the Obidient Youth Ambassadors, Meche Oswald, emphasized that the party’s widespread grassroots presence, orchestrated by the DMI, makes it…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Federal Government of Nigeria and Enugu State Government have signed the host state agreement in respect of the 2026 National Sports Festival billed to hold in the South East State. The agreement, which was signed by the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade for the Federal Government and Governor Peter Mbah for Enugu State, on Tuesday This now awards Enugu State the full hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the National Sports Festival. Speaking at the signing ceremony at the Government House, Enugu, Governor Peter Mbah thanked the Commission and…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has outlined the legislative priorities for 2025. He emphasized the passage of the Appropriation and Tax Reform Bills currently before the National Assembly. Speaking at the plenary on Tuesday, as the National Assembly resumed from the Christmas and New Year break, Abbas, in a speech delivered on his behalf by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, reaffirmed the commitment of the 10th House to addressing Nigeria’s socio-economic and political challenges through legislative interventions. “Our legislative agenda for 2025 prioritises the passage of the…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Folashade Arinola Adekaiyaoja, as the Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS). This marks the first time a Nigerian president has made such an appointment, drawing widespread commendation from both serving and retired DSS officers who considered it as a way forward in restoring professionalism within the Service. According to sources reveal, the presidential decision seeks to restructure the DSS for greater efficiency, aligning with the original organogram of the agency, which stipulates three Deputy Directors-General in its hierarchy. The appointment, recommended by DSS…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has condemned the brutal attack carried out by terrorists in the Dumba community, near Baga, located in the Kukawa Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the attack, which occurred on Sunday, claimed the lives of at least 40 farmers and fishermen, Channels Television reports. The governor who decried the killings, urged the military officers of Operation Hadin Kai to track down and eliminate the insurgents responsible for the atrocity. The attack is attributed to elements of Boko Haram and the Islamic State in West Africa Province…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Gboyega Akosile, has denied the governor’s involvement in the ouster of Mudashiru Obasa as the speaker of the state assembly. Obasa’s nearly-a-decade tenure as the speaker of the Lagos assembly came to a surprising end on Monday when 32 out of the 40 lawmakers voted for his impeachment, alleging gross financial misconduct and abuse of power. This followed series of investigations by media outlets, exposing how Mr Obasa diverted public funds into his private accounts, amid other financial infractions. However, many have speculated…