Author: Alexandra Dominic-Chukwu
Alexandra Dominic-Chukwu
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)- Brigadier General Mohammed Aminu, the Commander of the 35 Artillery Brigade, has handed over 365 pieces of pawpaw-sized wrapped Cannabis Sativa, weighing approximately 176kg to the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency, Ogun State Command on 11 Brigadier General Mohammed Aminu, 2024. It was gathered that the suspect was apprehended during a routine patrol on January 6, 2024, at Olodo Imeko along the Imeko-Abeokuta Road in Ogun State, READ ALSO: Nigerian Army Arrest, Detain Soldier For Insulting Sanwo-Olu The Garrison Commander, Colonel Legborsi Nule, who represented the Commander, affirmed the Brigade’s ongoing collaboration with security agencies…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In the early hours of Saturday, gunmen kidnapped the Caretaker Chairman of Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, Haanongon Gideon, and three others. Punch reports that the chairman was said to have been kidnapped along Anyagba, Tongov, in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of the state around 6.30am while on the way to attend the burial of the paramount ruler of Katsina-Ala LG, the Ter Katsina-Ala, Chief Fezaanga Wombo. Those kidnapped along with him were his personal assistant, Mr. Ior Yuhwam, his driver, and a police officer. The abduction was confirmed in a press statement…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The Dangote Refinery, situated in Nigeria’s commercial hub and recognized as the largest single-train refinery globally, has began production in the early hours of Friday. The refinery, constructed by Aliko Dangote, commenced operations following the delivery of six million barrels of crude supply late last year, overcoming delays in the megaproject’s startup initially scheduled for June 2023.33 Billed as Africa’s largest of its kind, the 650,000 barrel-per-day Dangote refinery is poised to be a transformative force for Nigeria’s economy, aiming to reduce the country’s reliance on fuel imports. The initial phase focuses on producing diesel and…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In the wake of an ongoing investigation into financial improprieties within the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned 20 senior directors and officials associated with the ministry. This summons follows detailed findings and recommendations presented by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to the EFCC. The investigation has been expanded to uncover financial irregularities within the ministry since its establishment in 2019. A source revealed that the fraud is extensive, covering various projects and programmes executed over the years. The collaboration…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Supreme Court has upheld the election victory of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, affirming the decisions of both the tribunal and the Appeal Court in the State. The case brought by the Labour Party candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, centered on the qualification of Sanwo-Olu’s running mate, Obafemi Hamzat. Rhodes-Vivour argued that Hamzat had renounced his Nigerian citizenship, a claim the court rejected, emphasizing that Sanwo-Olu’s deputy is indeed a Nigerian by birth. The court further stated that the renunciation of citizenship, if any, must be officially registered by the Nigerian president, and the appellant failed…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A single mom and graduate of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) has shared her touching and remarkable journey of achieving a first-class degree while navigating the challenges of being a mother and facing financial struggles. The lady who shared her story on her X handle @loveswaggs11, whose real name was not disclosed, said that she got pregnant during her 200 Level, emphasizing that despite lacking financial support from her family, she successfully graduated with academic excellence. She expressed her pride in her achievements, stating, “My journey wasn’t easy, but it was worth it.…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Investments and Securities Tribunal (IST) is seeking to collaborate with the Enugu State government in areas of mutual interests. This according to them, would contribute to the ease of doing business and boost economic activities by encouraging people to invest in the state. This development was disclosed on Thursday by the IST Chairman, Barr. Amos Azi, when he led a delegation of the tribunal on a courtesy visit to the Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, at the Government House, Enugu. Azi, who expressed delight over the victory of the Governor at the Supreme Court,…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Former President Goodluck Jonathan is mourning following the loss of his elder sister, Madam Obebhatein Jonathan. She passed away on Thursday, 11 January, at the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, after a brief illness. Her death was disclosed in a statement issued by Mr Ikechukwu Eze, the Special Adviser on Media to Jonathan. READ ALSO:I Have No Apologies For Endorsing Gov Diri’s Re-election – Jonathan The 70-year-old retired teacher, affectionately known as Amissi, businesswoman, loving mother, and grandmother dedicated her life to serving God and humanity. Described as a devout Christian and virtuous woman,…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Nigerian Railway Corporation has revealed that train operations from Port Harcourt to Aba are set to begin soon, following the successful rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt-Maiduguri Eastern-Narrow-Gauge Railway. Freeborn Okhoria, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Railway Corporation, conveyed this information during an inspection of the project site in Port Harcourt. Okhoria said, “The Ministry and the NRC have been under pressure to deliver this so that the operations can start. They are working hard to ensure that very soon the operations will start. “The signaling communication is going to be in…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Defence Headquarters says the military has eliminated no fewer than 86 terrorists and other criminals and apprehended 101 others in different operations across the country in the last one week. It added that 60 illegal refineries were uncovered and 30 suspected oil thieves arrested in the Niger Delta area in one week. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, said this while giving an update on the operations of the military on Thursday in Abuja. Buba said the troops had, in the last one week, focussed on striking terrorists’ enclaves from air…