Nigerian Parliament: Senate Passes Bill Establishing South East Development Commission, Transmits Bill To Presidency

By Unini Chioma The Senate on Thursday, February 22, passed a Bill which seeks to establish the South East Development Commission (SEDC). The agency according to the Bill is to be charged with the responsibility to receive and manage funds from the allocation of the Federation Account for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of roads, houses,…

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HUNGER PROTESTS: IGBO SILENCE IS A PROTEST(A Reply to Prof Usman Yusuf)

By Law Mefor A few days ago, Ndigbo came under fire from Professor Usman Yusuf, the former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), for their perceived lack of interest in the ongoing nationally spreading hunger protests and strikes. He said: “I honestly don’t know why the South East is quiet, uncharacteristically quiet….

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Veteran Nollywood Actor, Pete Edochie Seals Endorsement Deal With Rowe Motor Oil

Veteran Nollywood actor, Chief Pete Edochie, has been announced the brand ambassador for Rowe Engine Oil. The unveiling was held on Friday, in Enugu. Okechukwu Benjamin Tonio, MD, 9th Integrated Energy Solutions Ltd said the choice of Pete Edochie was based on his impeccable character which resonates with the brand essence of Rowe Oil. He…

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