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)- The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revoked 165 land allocations, some of which belonged to prominent Nigerians. Some of those affected are Peter Obi, candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election; former Governors of Cross River State Liyel Imoke and Plateau State Joshua Dariye; former Senate Chief Whip, Udoma Udoma, first Minister of Niger Delta, Ufot Ekaette and late publisher of Leadership Newspaper, Sam Nda-Isaiah. Others include former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Kanu Agabi (SAN); and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), the…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Vice-President Kashim Shettima says God ordained Bola Tinubu’s emergence as president of Nigeria. Shettima admitted that though he and his principal are the two most powerful men in the country, some individuals are better than them. “We do not occupy our positions because of our physical prowess and certainly not because of our pedigree; there are people of superior pedigree than us,” stated Mr Shettima. “It is a gift from God and a call to serve humanity for a very short span of time.” The vice-president reiterated Mr Tinubu’s commitment to improving Nigerians’ livelihood and…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Reverend Father Marcellinus Obioma Okide, has finally regained his freedom. He was released on Thursday night after spending days in the kidnappers’ den. Fr Okide, a Parish priest of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Amofia-Agu Affa in the Udi local government area of Enugu State and six other travellers were kidnapped by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen. He was kidnapped on Sunday evening around 5:30 pm while going to his parish along Eke-Affa-Egede Road. Confirming his release on Friday morning, the Diocesan Communication Director, Rev Fr. Anthony Aneke, noted Okide was released around 8:00 pm on…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Some Personnel of the Lagos State Police Command have used teargas to disperse protesters and fans of the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, at the Lekki Tollgate during a candlelight procession. The incident occurred on Thursday evening during the candlelight procession organised in honour of the late singer. The candlelight procession was organised by the late singer’s management on Thursday evening, was attended by fans, friends and fellow artists. Also, a tribute concert was scheduled to be held at 8 p.m. at Muri Okunola Park in Lagos. The singer’s management announced…
ENUGU, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA) – In a resounding chorus of congratulatory messages, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Enugu State Council extends its warm felicitations to Governor Peter Mbah, on his victory at the Election Petitions Tribunal, on Thursday. The clongratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by Comrade Sam Udekwe, Chairman NUJ Enugu State Council, and issued by the Secretary, Dame Ifeoma Amuta, on Thursday. “The affirmation of your victory at the tribunal depicts victory for Ndi Enugu and a chance for greater development of the state devoid of distractions. READ ALSO: Mbah Hails Tribunal’s Decision, Says Victory…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, has commended the decision of the Enugu State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, which dismissed the petitions of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the Labour Party (LP) candidates challenging his victory in the 18 March, 2023 governorship election. Governor Mbah describing the decision as victory for democracy and the people of Enugu State. He also extended hands of fellowship to the opposition candidates and their political parties, saying the task to build Enugu remained a collective one, adding that he was committed to working with all, irrespective of political…
(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Numerous goods and property were devastated in a recent fire incident at the Ibis Royale Hotel’s lounge area in Ajao Estate, along Murtala Muhammed International Airport Road, Lagos. The flames also engulfed a portion of the two-story structure before being brought under control by the diligent efforts of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service. READ ALSO: Road Fatalities In Nigeria Decrease by 15.5% In First Half Of 2023 – FRSC This destructive fire commenced around 4 pm on Wednesday, reportedly originating from a bar within the hotel premises, and was attributed to a suspected power surge.…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Enugu State governorship election petitions tribunal has affirmed the victory of Governor Peter Mbah in the 18 March, 2023 governorship election. The judgment which was delivered on Thursday afternoon, favoured Governor Mbah, of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP). The judgment was delivered by Justice Kudirat Akano, on behalf of the panel. The Governor’s challenger, Chijioke Edeoga of the Labour Party, had asked the tribunal to nullify Governor Mbah’s victory. The Labour Party governorship candidate had prayed the court to declare him the validly elected governor of Enugu State. READ ALSO: Kano: Ousted Gov Yusuf…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Delta House of Assembly has passed a resolution urging Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to take drastic measures against rising cases of drug abuse and prostitution. This followed the adoption of a motion by Bridget Anyafulu (PDP-Oshimili South) at a plenary in Asaba. Presenting the motion, Ms Anyafulu decried rising cases of open sex trade and use of illicit drugs among youths in the state, especially in Asaba and its environs. “Open sex trade and use of illicit drugs is not a good example for our children. The situation is worrisome considering the fact that both…
ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to eschew ethnic profiling and discrimination, asserting that all Nigerians are “a single family.” Tinubu is infamous for playing the ethnic card in his ambitious political campaigns before emerging as the president of Nigeria, suggesting there was a gang-up to stop him with his infamous “emi lokan” outburst in Ogun. President Tinubu rallied Nigerians to unite and stop ethnic profiling at a town hall meeting with Nigerians in the diaspora on Wednesday in New York. “You ought to embrace one another. No labelling, no identity; you should…