Vote Buying in Kaduna: A Symptom of Nigeria’s Deeper Electoral Corruption The arrest of a man in Kaduna with ₦25 million cash allegedly meant for vote buying during the elections is yet another reminder of the deep rot in Nigeria’s democratic system. While the police deserve commendation for swift action, the bigger question remains: will this lead to real accountability or fade into the endless list of electoral scandals? The Anatomy of Vote Buying Vote buying has become a disturbing constant in Nigerian elections. Parties and candidates openly deploy cash, food, or material inducements to sway voters. In a country where poverty is widespread, many citizens view such offers as a temporary lifeline. But what often goes unspoken is that this practice transforms elections from a contest of ideas into a marketplace of influence . When cash replaces conscience, leaders emerge not by popular legitimacy but by financial power. Such leaders, having “invested” in securing votes, often ...

  CATHOLIC ARCHDIOCESE OF BENIN CITY OFFICIAL RESPONSE TO FALSE CLAIMS BY SENATOR ADAMS OSHIOMHOLE CORRECTING THE RECORD: ST. PHILOMENA COLLEGE OF NURSING IS NOT OWNED OR FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT Introduction > “He who speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit.” — Proverbs 12:17 (RSVCE) Ladies and gentlemen of the press, distinguished guests, and fellow citizens, I warmly welcome you to this important press briefing. I am Rev. Fr. Jude Orah, Director of Social Communications for the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, Edo State. We are gathered here today to address and categorically refute a false and misleading statement made by Senator Adams Oshiomhole during a national broadcast. The need for truth in public discourse has never been more urgent, and we feel compelled to respond with facts and clarity Setting the Record Straight On July 26, 2025, during a live appearance on Arise News, Senator Adams Oshiomhole claimed that the College of Nursin...

Bandits Are Taking Over Nigeria Gradually, But the Government are busy campaign for 2027 The disturbing report that communities in northern Nigeria are now negotiating directly with jihadist groups exposes a deep failure of governance and a dangerous erosion of state authority. For years, the Nigerian government has promised to tackle insecurity in the North—particularly terrorism and banditry—but this latest development proves that these promises have largely remained unfulfilled. Instead of receiving protection and justice from the state, citizens are being forced into dangerous compromises, making pacts with violent non-state actors in a desperate bid for survival. This form of “self-managed peace” might provide short-term relief, but it comes at a steep long-term cost. ⚠️ Dangers of Government Negligence: Legitimization of Terror Groups: When communities negotiate with jihadists, these groups gain a dangerous form of legitimacy and power. They begin to act as parallel author...

Gov. Umo Eno   Promises Made, Promises Being Kept – Governor Umo Eno Reaffirms Commitment to Akwa Ibom Progress Posted by Ndoneyo2  According to the Governor on his Facebook page  Pastor Umo Eno On Monday, July 29, Pastor Umo Eno, the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, presided over a crucial State Executive Council meeting at the Government House in Uyo. After the meeting, he shared some powerful updates — and more importantly, renewed his promise to build a State that truly works for everyone under the vision of the ARISE Agenda. The Governor’s message was clear: “We’re not just making plans — we are taking action.” 🔧 Infrastructure That Works for the People  Internal Roads at Dakkada Luxury Estate: Approved for construction.  Ewet Luxury Estate Upgrades: Additional works greenlit.  Stadium Maintenance Renewed: The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium will remain in top shape for both local and international use. 🍚 Free Food Support Continues 💯 P...

Call For Applications: Shell 4-Week Virtual Internship on AI (One-on-One Mentorship) Call For Applications: Shell 4-Week Virtual Internship on AI (One-on-One Mentorship)  by Olusola Blessing  June 30, 2025    Call For Applications:  Shell 4-Week Virtual Internship on AI (One-on-One Mentorship) Shell and Edunet Foundation are jointly inviting applications for a 4-week virtual internship on Artificial Intelligence. This program is specially designed for students eager to explore the intersection of energy and AI – a field that is redefining the future of sustainable technology and innovation. About the Internship This is a hands-on internship that helps you build technical skills in Artificial Intelligence while working on projects related to Green Technology. This is a great chance for engineering students to build knowledge and apply it in real situations. Internship Overview This 4-week internship program is designed to build your practical skills through guide...

President Tinubu call Minister Wike, "Abuja Landlord" because he renovated already built conference center and name after him. In the same FCT. Abuja public primary school teachers are not paid for over 9 months.  What misplace priority ! A Train for One: What Japan’s One-Girl Station Teaches Nigeria About Good Governance and Educational Commitment By Ndon-eyo2 Social Commentator and Political analyst In a small, snow-covered town in Hokkaido, Japan, a nearly abandoned train station became a global symbol of compassion, social responsibility, and the power of government policies that prioritize people over profit. This is the true story of Kami-Shirataki Station — once unknown to the world, until a quiet act of thoughtful governance captured global attention. 🚉 A Station with One Passenger In 2013, Japan Railways (JR Hokkaido) planned to shut down the remote Kami-Shirataki Station due to extremely low usage. But upon review, they discovered that a single high school girl rel...