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  News   Peter Obi expresses openness to vice-presidential role, faces allegations of campaign fund mismanagement | #NwokeukwuMascot Peter Obi Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has expressed his willingness to consider a vice-presidential position in the 2027 general election, provided he encounters a candidate he believes can perform better than him. Obi, the former governor of Anambra State, made this statement during an exclusive interview with New Central TV , which was later monitored by *Sahara Reporters* on YouTube. He emphasized that his primary ambition is to see Nigeria progress, rather than focusing on personal political advancement. When asked if he would accept the role of vice president in 2027, Obi responded, "Quite frankly, for me, I’m not desperate to be Nigerian president. I am desperate to see Nigeria work. If I see people who can do the work better, I will consider being vice president. I even have people who say I should not run in 2027, and

  Politics   PDP Suspends Dino Melaye Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities | #NwokeukwuMascot Dino Melaye The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ward executives in Kogi State have announced the suspension of former senator Dino Melaye. Melaye was suspended by the PDP executive committee in Ayetoro Gbede, Ward 1, for failing to respond to an official invitation from the party. According to the ward executives, the suspension was due to anti-party activities and alleged misconduct. The decision was made during a meeting held by the Ward 1 executive committee in Aiyetoro/Luagba on Friday, following a review of the report from a disciplinary committee established to investigate the allegations.  The suspension resolution was signed by Ward Chairman Abayomi Osamika and Ward Secretary Yodson Dayo. It stated: “Senator Dino Melaye’s conduct has brought embarrassment and disrepute to the party, and his continued membership is no longer tenable. Therefore, the Ward party exco hereby suspends Dino Mela

  News   US Court Sentences American Man to 40 Years for Beheading Gokada Founder | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image A US court has sentenced 25-year-old Tyrese Haspil to 40 years to life in prison for the brutal murder of Fahim Saleh, the founder and CEO of Nigerian transportation company Gokada. Saleh, who was 33 years old, was killed in his New York City apartment in 2020. Haspil, who worked as Saleh’s executive assistant, was convicted of first-degree murder, second-degree grand larceny, and other charges after a New York State Supreme Court jury found him guilty two months ago. He was found to have embezzled funds from Saleh and killed him in an attempt to cover up the theft. According to reports, Haspil had been stealing from Saleh's accounts, siphoning off money to fund a lavish lifestyle. Despite discovering the embezzlement, Saleh had given Haspil a second chance, only for his trust to be tragically betrayed. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg Jr., in a statement on Tuesda

  News   Abia Pensioners Reject Agreement, Demand Full Payment of Arrears and Gratuity | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image The Abia Pensioners' Forum, a pressure group within the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), has rejected a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signed between the state government and the NUP leadership, which mandates pensioners to forfeit their gratuities and a portion of their pension arrears. The pensioners are demanding full payment of all outstanding pension arrears and gratuities, emphasizing their refusal to accept any compromise. During a press conference in Umuahia, the group’s coordinator, Okey Kanu, claimed that pensioners had been shortchanged in the calculation and payment of arrears owed by previous administrations. While acknowledging Governor Alex Otti’s efforts to address debts inherited from his predecessors, they urged him to ensure the complete settlement of their entitlements rather than partial payments. The forum criticized both the state government a

  Opinion   Masters of Deception, Twisting Facts and Hiding Failures by N Mascot Nnamdi  (Evidences) | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image A recent 5-minute documentary produced by the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs under Governor Alex Otti’s administration has surfaced, filled with misleading claims and deliberate distortions. What was presented as a showcase of achievements is, upon closer inspection, a thinly veiled attempt to obscure the administration’s shortcomings and failures. One of the most glaring issues in the documentary is the misrepresentation of the Aba Town Hall. The images shown are not from May 2023, as claimed, but rather from the aftermath of the End SARS riots. This was a deliberate attempt to obscure the substantial renovations carried out by the previous administration. Historically, Aba Town Hall was built during the premiership of Dr. Michael Okpara, who led Eastern Nigeria from 1959 to 1966. Over time, the hall has undergone numerous renovation

  Sports   BREAKING: Augustine Eguavoen Quits As Nigeria’s Super Eagles Interim Coach | #NwokeukwuMascot Augustine Eguavoen Augustine Eguavoen has announced his decision to step down as the interim coach of the Nigerian national football team, Super Eagles. Eguavoen announced this on Tuesday immediately after he led the team to a convincing draw in a match against Rwanda, OwnGoal reports.   The indigenous coach was appointed as interim coach a few days ago after Bruno Labbadia rejected his appointment with Nigerian Football Federation (NFF). His first match was a convincing 3-0 win against Benin Republic in Uyo last weekend.   The coach explained his decision was because he was only engaged for two matches which he had completed.   "I have been given a mandate to handle two games. I will want to say I am very pleased with the boys and again thanks to the NFF leadership and all the boys supported me in terms of discipline and working hard," he was quoted as saying by Own Goal.

  News   Abia lawmaker Erondu Jnr celebrates leadership excellence of Enyinnaya Apollos on his birthday | #NwokeukwuMascot File Image Hon. Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr, the lawmaker representing Obingwa-West State Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly, has extended warm birthday wishes to Mr. Enyinnaya Apollos, former Chief Press Secretary to the immediate past Governor of Abia State. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, George Egejuru, Erondu Jnr. described Apollos as a trusted partner and invaluable ally in advancing community development.  The lawmaker highlighted the celebrant’s commitment to public service and lauded him for being a source of inspiration to younger generations through his dedication and hard work. “Abians have witnessed your exceptional leadership and deeply appreciate the contributions you've made to the progress of our state,” Erondu Jnr. said. “You are truly one of Abia’s finest, and your impact on societal development is commendable.” The for

  News   Igodo Igwe Foundation Continues Ward-to-Ward General Meeting Across Obingwa |  #NwokeukwuMascot File Image The Chairman, House Committee on Public Service, Abia State House of Assembly (ABHA), Hon. Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr., has urged his constituents to remain steadfast in their support to ensure the continued delivery of democratic dividends. The lawmaker who stated this yesterday at Osaa-Okea Primary School Hall, Uhie autonomous Community, Obingwa Local Government Area (LGA) Abia State during his ongoing ward-to-ward humanity tour, reaffirmed his commitment towards providing quality representation and support to his people, particularly in these tough economic times. Represented by Hon. Ukpom Prince, the former Councillor of Ward 3, Erondu Jnr highlighted that the Igodo Igwe Foundation remains deeply rooted in service to humanity; consistently working to uplift the less privileged and improve the lives of the downtrodden. In his words: "It is worthy to note that Igodo

  News   File Image The Nigerian Army has dismissed recent reports of mass resignations among its personnel, clarifying that voluntary retirement and discharge are routine practices in line with its established regulations. The Nigerian Army has dismissed recent reports of mass resignations among its personnel, clarifying that voluntary retirement and discharge are routine practices in line with its established regulations. Major-General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, made this known in a statement released on Sunday. Recall we had earlier reported about the mass resignation, lamenting corruption, low morale , and other issues as the reasons for the resignations. However, the army authorities described it as a move to tarnish the image of the army. "The publication is a deliberate attempt to create disaffection and denigrate the patriotic service of our personnel," Nwachukwu stated, emphasizing that the Nigerian Army operates under a voluntary service sy