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Open letter to the Speaker, Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly
Open letter to the Speaker, Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly: When oversight falls short of evidence – a call for a fair, transparent and credible reassessment of Esit Eket Local Government Area Speaker Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon.
Tribute to My Brother, Sufuyan, By Eseme Eyiboh
As the orchestra swells and the cymbals resound to herald the 60th birthday of a prodigy, my family and I offer our prayers for your continued happiness, good health, and success in all your endeavours. May the Almighty bless you, order your steps, and grant you wisdom and grace as you journey through this new and productive chapter. Happy 60th Birthday Anniversary to a brother beyond borders — OJ Wonder. Rt. Hon.
Sufuyan Ojeifo @ 60: A Generous Mind, A Gentle Heart, By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye
Mr Sufuyan Ojeifo is a rare combination of intellect, generosity and genuine kindness. As a cerebral writer and seasoned journalist, he has shaped conversations and informed countless readers with clarity, depth and integrity. But beyond his formidable command of words and ideas, Mr Ojeifo’s heart for people is what truly defines him.
House of Reps member Yaya Bauchi Tongo dies at 64
Rep. Yaya Bauchi Tongo, member representing Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State, has died following an illness. The House of Representatives confirmed his death Friday in Abuja through spokesperson Akin Rotimi. The death was also confirmed by the Gombe State Caucus of the House.
Akpabio’s three years of transformative and impactful leadership of Senate, By Hon Eseme Eyiboh
When Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio assumed office as President of Nigeria’s 10th Senate in June 2023, expectations were understandably high. Nigeria was grappling with economic headwinds, persistent security challenges, and growing public demand for more responsive and effective democratic institutions. In such a climate, the National Assembly was expected not merely to make laws, but to provide leadership, strengthen oversight, and restore public confidence in governance.
Intimate Affairs: The men who pay for sex, by Funke Egbemode
“Women have finished me,” my friend groaned. “Everything costs money. If you take a woman to dinner, you pay. If you buy her gifts, you pay. If you marry her, you pay school fees. If she has a birthday, you pay. If she is angry, you buy peace offerings. If she is happy, you celebrate with money. At this point, I might as well pay upfront and save everybody’s time.” I laughed. “But that’s not love.” He shrugged. “Who said I was looking for love?” And there lies the beginning of today’s conversation.
Akpabio and the uncommon politics of certainty
Akpabio and the uncommon politics of certainty By Eseme Eyiboh Let us begin with a confession. There is something unsettling about a politician who no longer appears to struggle. In the turbulent theatre of Nigerian politics, where noise is often mistaken for relevance, where primaries resemble wrestling contests and delegate management demands the instincts of a hostage negotiator, a man who walks in unopposed does not merely win. He transforms the entire contest into a rehearsal.
Senator Akpabio and the uncommon politics of certainty
By Eseme Eyiboh Let us begin with a confession. There is something unsettling about a politician who no longer appears to struggle. In the turbulent theatre of Nigerian politics, where noise is often mistaken for relevance, where primaries resemble wrestling contests and delegate management demands the instincts of a hostage negotiator, a man who walks in unopposed does not merely win. He transforms the entire contest into a rehearsal.
Senate Rule Amendment: Why the Debate Should Be About Institutional Stability and Not Personality
By Hon Eseme Eyiboh The controversy surrounding the recent amendment to the Senate Standing Rules has generated more heat than light. Unfortunately, much of the public conversation has been framed around personalities rather than principles, and emotions rather than institutional logic. Yet the real issue before the Senate is neither about Senator Godswill Akpabio nor Senator Adams Oshiomhole.
How Akpabio’s leadership secured Nigeria’s electoral future - Blueprint Newspapers Limited
In the evolving story of Nigeria’s democratic consolidation, a few issues have provoked as much intensity as electoral reform. The signing into law of the Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill 2026 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked another chapter in this journey, drawing applause, skepticism, and fierce debate in equal measure.
Beyond The Noise: Godswill Akpabio And The Architecture Of Stability
By Eseme Eyiboh Nigerian politics is not for the faint-hearted. It is noisy, dramatic, and often unforgiving. In a space where rumours travel faster than facts and headlines are written before the full story is known, substance can easily be drowned out. Real governance — the slow, patient work of building consensus, following procedure, and making tough decisions — rarely makes for exciting news. The tenure of Senate President Godswill Akpabio has unfolded in that same charged atmosphere.
Akpabio sets the tone as Tenth Senate enters final stretch
News Express | 31st Jan 2026 | 51 By ESEME EYIBOH, mnipr There are moments in a nation’s life when institutions are reminded—quietly but unmistakably—that time does not negotiate with comfort. Nigeria’s Senate, returning from the conviviality of Christmas recess and New Year reflection to the discipline of plenary, has arrived at such a moment. The period of acclimatization has passed. The era of testing intentions is over.
Akpabio’s New Year Resolution: Forgiveness, Faith, and Leadership
News Express | 9th Jan 2026 | 34 By ESEME EYIBOH,mnipr In politics, silence is often louder than speech, for it speaks in the language of calculation and consequence. Forgiveness, when declared by a powerful man, is louder still—a thunderclap in a quiet chamber. It unsettles expectations, invites suspicion, and demands interrogation, not because it is weak, but because power is never presumed innocent when it chooses mercy.
Senator Godswill Akpabio: 63 Years Of Enduring Impact
By Eseme Eyiboh On this ninth day of December, in the year 2025, as the nation stirs to its familiar rhythm, a man stands quietly at the crossroads of personal milestone and public memory. Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, marks his 63rd year on earth—another turn on the wheel of time for a figure whose shadow has long stretched across the public life of Nigeria.
HT Syndication: The unbreakable Akpabio: Strength in the face of falsehood, By Eseme Eyiboh
Posted On: 2025-10-20 Posted By: Premium Times Health & Lifestyle Education Cities Real Estate & Construction Premium Times Nigeria, Oct. 20 -- In the grand theatre of Nigerian public life, where noise often masquerades as news and envy parades as activism, one truth remains constant: the measure of a leader's vision is often revealed by the weight of the storms they must weather.
The uncommon legislative engine: A record of reform from Nigeria’s 10th senate
The uncommon legislative engine: A record of reform from Nigeria’s 10th senate 7 MIN READ Opinion By Eseme Eyiboh It is a peculiar feature of Nigerian political commentary that verifiable evidence is often sacrificed on the altar of sentiment.
Female kidnapper nabbed in Taraba after ₦1.5m ransom deal
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The trials and triumphs of a resilient Nigeria’s 10th Senate
The trials and triumphs of a resilient Nigeria's 10th Senate 9 MIN READ Opinion By Eseme Eyiboh IN the unfolding story of Nigeria’s democracy, the Senate remains one of its most enduring symbols of institutional resilience and national balance. Beyond the spectacle of debates and the colour of political persuasion, it is the grand arena where the destiny of the nation is shaped, refined, and defended through rules, order, and reason.
Appeal Withdrawn, Not Dismissed: Setting the Record Straight on Senator Natasha’s Media Manipulation
By Monday O. Ubani, SAN When I saw the recycled news from some bloggers and news outlets, I felt I need to offer a succinct and accurate clarification on the status of the pending legal matter between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and key officers of the National Assembly, currently before the Federal High Court, Abuja, and presided over by Hon. Justice Binta Nyako over her suspension matter.
Why Ukachukwu Stands No Chance as Governor
By Emeka Ozumba It took a lie dressed up as an “endorsement” of Prince, Evangelist, Dr, Nicholas Ukachukwu’s aspiration to draw out former Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Mmaduaburọchukwu Obiano, Akpokuodike, with a disclaimer. This speaks to desperation and tactlessness on the part of someone seeking to assume office as Governor, a position the man he sought to leverage on his political capital served in with distinction.
The Tax Reform Bills and Akpabio’s brinkmanship
News Express | 5th Jun 2025 | 8 By Hon ESEME EYIBOH The President of the 10th Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, is known for his mastery of brinkmanship in Nigerian politics. His ability to navigate complex political landscapes and negotiate contentious issues has earned him a reputation as a skilled and strategic leader. Hence, brinkmanship has been a hallmark of Akpabio's legislative and political manoeuvres.
The trajectory of Senator Godswill Akpabio at 62
By Eseme Eyiboh foray into politics from his humble beginning as Commissioner in three key Ministries in Akwa Ibom state to the President of the 10th Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a narrative characterized by humility and tenacity. Akpabio’s leadership qualities became manifest when he served for two terms, as a Governor of Akwa Ibom state between 2007 and 2015. During his tenure, Akpabio worked assiduously to transform the social and economic landscape of the state.
Akpabio Dismisses Impeachment Rumors as 'Fake News'
Akpabio Dismisses Impeachment Rumors as ‘Fake News’ The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON has advised Nigerians to disregard stories of his planned impeachment describing it as fake news and a figment of the reporters imagination and ethical deficit.
Akpabio Condemns Maltreatment of Super Eagles in Libya
Akpabio Condemns Maltreatment of Super Eagles in Libya …Calls for probe, stiffer penalties The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has condemned in strong terms the ill-treatment of members of the nation’s senior team, the Super Eagles, and its delegation to a return leg of the 2025 African Cup of Nation (AFCON) qualifier in Libya. Akpabio, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon.
Nigeria @ 64: Akpabio urges Nigerians to be Patient, Hopeful
Nigeria @ 64: Akpabio urges Nigerians to be Patient, Hopeful As the nation celebrates its 64th Independence Anniversary, President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON has admonished Nigerian citizens to be patient and hopeful that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR will turn things around for the better. The Senate President in a congratulatory message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon.
Akpabio Lauds Tinubu’s Swift Response to Borno Flood Disaster
Akpabio Lauds Tinubu’s Swift Response to Borno Flood Disaster President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for his timely intervention in the deadly floods that affected Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State and other states as a result of devastating rainfall that occasioned the over flow from the Alau Dam.
Presidential directive and Senate oversight in the oil sector
By Eseme Eyiboh Section 88 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution, as amended, empowers the Legislature to conduct investigations into the matters which it has the power to make Laws on, and the conduct of any person or Ministry charged with certain responsibilities. Known as Oversight, it is a legislative creature created by the constitution to re-tool the role of checks and balances in a democracy.
NDDC Urges Youths To Register For N6bn Training Scheme
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has urged youths in the Niger Delta to take advantage of the commission’s special training programme to acquire entrepreneurship skills. The Governing Board Chairman, Mr Chiedu Ebie, made the call at the inauguration of the NDDC Youth Internship Scheme in Port Harcourt on Monday.
Police Deny Armoured Vehicle Hijacked
The Police Command in Kaduna State has debunked the rumour that its Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) was hijacked by protesters in the State. The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, debunked the rumour in a statement issued in Kaduna. Hassan stated: “The cCommand wishes to address the recent video circulating on social media, alleging that an Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) was hijacked by the protesters.
Letter To My Son In Heaven On His Birthday – By Adekunbi Ero
By Mrs Adekunbi Ero My dear Toks, as we all fondly called you; but I proudly called you Apostle of the Most High God, and will continue to do, this letter ought to have been sent to you, July 26, 2024, on the first anniversary of your glorious exit, but I had been too overwhelmed by my emotions to do that. It’s incredible; it’s been a whole year since you left us. It’s just like yesterday! The tears have not ceased, the pains still gnawing, tugging at my fragile heart.
Emmanuel Amunike Appointed Coach Of Heartland
Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has appointed former Nigeria international and 1994 African Footballer of the Year, Emmanuel Amuneke, as the Technical Manager of Heartland Football Club, Owerri. The unveiling ceremony took place yesterday at the New Executive Council Chambers, Government House Owerri.
Of Protest, Defiance, And Narratives – By Tony Eke
By Tony Eke An unusual feature of the build-up to the Hunger Protest which began last Thursday 1st August reflected the nature of the protest itself. At its wit’s end, the Federal Government not only dished out veiled threats to the protest planners but also made it seem as though the protest would bring about an apocalypse in the land. Two ill-conceived modes were eventually devised but failed because of the administration’s sheer propagandist proclivity.
Bobrisky Organizes Boat Cruise Party To Celebrate Prison Release
Celebrities gathered for a boat cruise to celebrate the release of popular Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky from prison. It would be recalled that Bobrisky was jailed for three months after pleading guilty to naira mutilation following his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bobrisky regained his freedom on Monday, August 5, 2024. A few hours after his release, a party was organized in his honor.
Naira Abuse: Bobrisky Released From Kirikiri
Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has been released from Kirikiri Correctional Centre. The Nigerian crossdresser was on April 12, 2024, sentenced to six months imprisonment for abusing the naira. Looking robust and stylish with his makeup and wig, he danced in the G-Wagon his friends brought to receive him today Monday, August 5th. Recall that Bobrisky was sentenced to six months imprisonment on April 12, 2024, without the option of fine by Justice Abimbola Awogboro.
Disquiet In NIS As CDCFIB Promotes Retired ACG To DCG
By Bukar BOLORI The promotion of Assistant Comptroller General of Immigration, Garba Bello, who retired in June, to Deputy Comptroller of Immigration, is causing disquiet in the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Many senior officers, who were overlooked in the recent promotion exercise, faulted Bello’s promotion as illegal and vowed to petition President Bola Tinubu over his recall from retirement.
First Anniversary: Tinubu Leading from the Front, Says Akpabio
First Anniversary: Tinubu Leading from the Front, Says Akpabio President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the successful completion of his first year in office commending him for leading from the front by taking tough decisions to rejig the nation. Akpabio in a statement on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon.
The police and Akpabio’s sermon on the mount
By Eseme Eyiboh 84-year-old renowned Belgian painter and writer Erik Pervernagie says: “People die from a lack of shared empathy and affinity. By establishing social connectedness, we give hope a chance, and the other can become heaven (“Le ciel c’est l’autre”). No institution has been so disparaged and stigmatised as the Nigeria Police. It is treated with so much contempt and is neither appreciated nor celebrated. Rather, anything bad or despicable is attributed to the police.
The Police and Akpabio’s Sermon on the Mount
84-year-old renowned Belgian painter and writer, Erik Pervernagie, says: “People die from lack of shared empathy and affinity. By establishing social connectedness, By Eseme Eyiboh 84-year-old renowned Belgian painter and writer, Erik Pervernagie, says: “People die from lack of shared empathy and affinity. By establishing social connectedness, we give hope a chance and the other can become heaven (“Le ciel c’est l’autre”). No institution has been so disparaged and stigmatised as the Nigeria Police.
No record of child deaths from recalled J&J cough syrup - NAFDAC
No record of child deaths from recalled J&J cough syrup – NAFDAC April 17, 2024 Nigeria’s drug regulator has no record of children dying or falling ill from exposure to a batch of cough syrup made by Johnson & Johnson in South Africa that was recalled last week, a senior official said on Tuesday.
Cubana Chief Priest gets N10m bail
April 17, 2024 A Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday, granted bail in the sum of N10 million to Nigerian businessman, Pascal Okechukwu a.k.a Cubana Chief Priest charged with alleged Naira Abuse. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned the defendant on a three-count charge of allegedly spraying and tampering with the Naira notes during a social event at Eko hotel in Lagos.
Ighodalo: Edo is too talented to fail; says state to lead others in 10 years - Political Economist
Ighodalo: Edo is too talented to fail; says state to lead others in 10 years The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September governorship election in Edo State, Dr Asue Ighodalo, has said he sees the state competing as the best sub-national state in the country and Africa in the next 10 Years. He said as a state, hugely blessed with highly talented and creative individuals, such enormous talent if well harnessed, can turn the state around completely for the good of all.
News Alert! Konga launches Infinix Brand Week with discounted deals
News Alert! Konga launches Infinix Brand Week with discounted deals Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce group, is thrilled to announce the launch of amazing deals at its Infinix Brand Week. Infinix, a leading global smartphone brand known for its innovative products and cutting-edge technology promises exclusive discounts and special offers on select smartphones, marking an exciting milestone in the realm of online shopping.
Edo 2024: Akoko-Edo maps out strategies to deliver Ighodalo victory
Ahead of the September governorship election in Edo State, Leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akoko Edo have held a strategic meeting aimed at galvanizing support for the party’s candidate, Dr Asue Ighodalo.
Budget 2024: Obi spotlights more undeserving allocations
…..Says N15b for NASS hospital is five times more than National. Hospital, others. ….. N15.3b for the NASS library Project is 15 times more than N1b for the National Library under construction for over 20 years The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi has continued to uncover some undeserving budget allocations in the 2024 federal budget which says is concerning.
Akpabio’s audacious call for ceasefire in Gaza
April 2, 2024 President of Nigeria’s Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has in faraway Geneva, Switzerland at the ongoing 148th Session of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) took the bull by the horns when in an audacious display of depth and the Nigerian spirit called for action towards an enduring ceasefire and peace in Gaza. Akpabio was unequivocal in declaring that the time to end the carnage in Gaza is now and all hands must be on the deck.
Akpabio’s audacious call for ceasefire in Gaza
April 1, 2024 By Eseme Eyiboh President of Nigeria’s Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has in faraway Geneva, Switzerland at the ongoing 148th Session of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) took the bull by the horns when in an audacious display of depth and the Nigerian spirit called for action towards an enduring ceasefire and peace in Gaza. Akpabio was unequivocal in declaring that the time to end the carnage in Gaza is now and all hands must be on the deck.
Akpabio's audacious call for ceasefire in Gaza
President of Nigeria’s Senate, Godswill Akpabio, in faraway Geneva, Switzerland at the ongoing 148th Session of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU), took the bull by the horn by calling for action towards an enduring ceasefire and peace in Gaza. Akpabio declared that the time to end the carnage in Gaza is now and all hands must be on deck.
Gaza: Akpabio’s Audacious Call For Ceasefire
The immediate past president of the United States and the 2024 Republican Party presumptive nominee for the presidential election, Donald Trump will face a criminal trial on 15 April. GWG.ng reports that it is the first time that a former or a sitting president of the United States will be brought to such a humiliation. The trial of Donald Trump is in connection with so-called hush money paid to porn actress, Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election.
Akpabio's Audacious Call for Ceasefire in Gaza
AKPABIO’S AUDACIOUS CALL FOR CEASEFIRE IN GAZA By Rt. Hon Eseme Eyiboh President of Nigeria’s Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, CON has in faraway Geneva, Switzerland at the ongoing 148th Session of the International Parliamentary Union (IPU) took the bull by the horns when in an audacious display of depth and the Nigerian spirit called for action towards an enduring ceasefire and peace in Gaza.
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