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)- In the lead-up to the 2024 fiscal year, renewed optimism envelops the revenue forecast with Nigeria’s Bonny Light oil price surging to $81.11 per barrel, a significant climb from last week’s $78 per barrel. This rise, exceeding the 2024 budget reference price of $77.96 per barrel by $3.15, breathes new life into the nation’s N26 trillion budget, originally based on the aforementioned benchmark and a daily output of 1.78 million barrels. Recent fluctuations in oil prices had posed a threat to the budget, with a downward trend unsettling the stability of the budget benchmark in…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Ondo State Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, is poised to assume the role of the state Governor following the demise of his principal, Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu passed away in the early hours of Wednesday after battling prostate cancer. An anonymous cabinet member disclosed to Peoples Gazette that preparations were underway to swear in Mr. Aiyedatiwa as the new governor. The state’s Chief Judge, Olusegun Odusola, is reportedly making arrangements for a smooth transition of power. Expressing sadness over the development, the cabinet member emphasized that, in accordance with the constitution, Lucky Aiyedatiwa is set to take…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, expressing the profound grief he feels over his untimely departure. Describing him as his beloved brother and political ally, Tinubu said it was difficulty of pen a tribute, especially for a younger soul and emphasized the challenging task of bidding farewell to a figure as dynamic as former Governor of Ondo State. Tinubu also described the late Governor as a man who tirelessly advocated for equity, fairness, and justice through various roles, including senior advocate, attorney general, President of the Nigerian Bar…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Chibuike Amaechi, the former Governor of Rivers State, has conveyed a message of hope to Nigerians as they celebrate Christmas. In a statement, Amaechi urged all Nigerians, irrespective of their faith and creed, to maintain hope, emphasizing that “help will ultimately come with belief and perseverance.” Acknowledging the challenges faced by the nation, Amaechi highlighted that this Christmas arrives at a “very critical time in our shared history.” READ ALSO: Ebonyi: Nwifuru Approves N100,000 Christmas Bonus For Civil Servants He expressed awareness of the significant hurdles, such as increasing poverty and despair, emphasizing the evident…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa extended a Christmas gift to village heads at Lundi Primary School in Zvishavane by presenting 54 bicycles as part of an initiative to enhance local mobility. Through the Zimbabwean Ministry of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting, President Mnangagwa expressed that the bicycles were intended to support local mobility. In a statement, the ministry shared, “Today, His Excellency President Mnangagwa #edmnangagwa donated 54 bicycles to Chief Mapanzure, at Lundi Primary School in Zvishavane. “The bicycles will be distributed to village heads.” READ ALSO: President Mnangagwa Wins Zimbabwe Election, Opposition Rejects Result In…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In a tragic development, Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has passed away after a prolonged battle with leukemia. A family source revealed to SaharaReporters on Wednesday that the Governor breathed his last in Lagos. Akeredolu, aged 67, had been under the care of State House doctors until his demise, as his deteriorating health prevented them from flying him abroad for treatment. “Akeredolu is dead; he died in Lagos,” the source disclosed. “They were looking for dialysis machines to be sent to his secret location in Lagos last week.” The ailing governor returned to Nigeria in…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has emphatically affirmed the safety of funds in Nigerian banks, highlighting the robust stability of the country’s banking sector. In response to unverified reports not originating from the CBN that stirred concerns about the health status of Nigerian banks, the apex bank urges the public to maintain their regular banking activities. Issuing a statement on Wednesday, the acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi-Ali, stated, “Nigerian banks remain safe and sound.” The CBN dispels any apprehension caused by reports and assures the public that it is fully equipped to…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Ghali Umar Na’Abba, the 4th speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, passed away at the age of 65 at the National Hospital in Abuja around 3 am on Wednesday. Born on September 27, 1958, in Tudun Wada, Kano state, Na’Abba served as the speaker from 1999 to 2003 under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP). He earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in 1979, and later completed a postgraduate program on Leadership and Good Governance at the Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, in 2004. READ ALSO:…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- In an interview on a Channels Television program, former Osun State Governor, Bisi Akande, asserted that former President Muhammadu Buhari refrained from removing fuel subsidy to avoid public criticism. Akande disclosed that despite initial intentions to eliminate the subsidy, Buhari faced backlash when he attempted it in his first term, leading to a cautious and gradual approach over the subsequent years. He said, “Removal of subsidy—between the time Buhari was elected president and the time he was inaugurated, we had several discussions, sessions, and meetings to see that the subsidy should be removed. READ ALSO:…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- A one-storey building collapsed on Friday morning at the Ebute-metta area of Lagos State, resulting to casualties. This was confirmed by Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, in a statement. Adeseye added that a baby and a female adult were trapped in the rubble. READ ALSO: Gospel Singer Collapses, Dies During Show The statement read, “The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is currently attending to an emergency which was reported at 09:00 hours to 122, Herbert Macaulay Way, Lagos Bus Stop, Ebute Meta, Lagos where a one storey building…