Author: Edda

The West African States of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, ICC, saying they no longer recognise its jurisdiction. The three military-led countries accused the court of arbitrarily prosecuting war crimes and serving as an “instrument of neo-colonialist repression.” They underlined their aim to uphold the protection of human rights in line with their values. The same argument had earlier been used by the three countries to justify their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS. Human rights groups and UN experts have accused Mali’s and Burkina Faso’s armed…

A new report on Monday revealed that ride hailing giant Uber contributed an estimated N34 billion to Nigeria’s economy in 2023. The findings of the Uber Nigeria Economic Impact Report, which was conducted by Public First, was inaugurated at the recent Lagos Road Mobility Summit. This was an event co-hosted by Uber and the Lagos State Ministry of Transport, which had the theme: “Reimagining an Inclusive Road Safety Strategy.” It brought together key stakeholders from government agencies along with global safety experts and private sector leaders. The report said that Uber provided significant value in convenience, safety and empowerment for…

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, TUC, Ebonyi chapter, said it is committed to continuing the struggle for workers’ welfare needs. Chidi Igboji, Ebonyi TUC Chairman, told the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Abakaliki that they were not silent but focused on protecting the rights of workers. Mr Igboji told NAN workers welfare remains their priority, especially those in the private and informal sectors. The chairman said that the congress would continue to stand against unfair treatment of workers. On proposed plans to increase the salary of political office holders, Igboji said it was not good enough when…

Hon. Prince Nkemka Okoro Onuma presently at the Ebonyi State House Of Assembly is beyond the name we are acquainted with. Having spent the younger part of his productive life in the United of America with unassailable and undeletable achievements before coming back home to join politics. A staunch Christian as well as a lover of his root and identity, in this interview with Eze Sampson speaks among others things his achievement at the Ebonyi state House Of Assembly as a third term member, the birth of Nzuko Edda Worldwide and his obvious role in the construction of the renown…

…His death has cast a dark shadow in our community – LG Chairman A prominent Benue politician and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Ejeh Udeh, has been killed by armed men. The incident occurred late Sunday night at his residence in Ugboju, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. According to eyewitnesses, the attackers, who arrived on motorbikes, shot him at close range as he returned home. He was rushed to the hospital but was confirmed dead. The Chairman of Otukpo Local Government Council, Maxwell Ogiri, who confirmed the development, said security agencies had been mobilized to investigate and…

The Mayor of Urhoboland and former militant leader, Eshanekpe Israel, also known as Akpodoro, has appealed to the Federal Government to increase the value of the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL). Akpodoro said the call became necessary following reports of steady improvement in Nigeria’s crude oil production and reduction in theft, which he attributed to the operations of TSSNL, managed by High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo). Citing a report by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), he noted that Nigeria’s crude oil losses declined significantly from an average of 102,900 barrels per day…

The organisers of the prestigious Ballon d’Or award have outlined the three key criteria that will determine the winner of the 2025 edition. According to the announcement, the first criterion focuses on individual performances over the course of the year, with special attention given to players who displayed a decisive and impressive character in crucial moments. The second criterion evaluates team performances and achievements, rewarding players who contributed significantly to their club or national team’s success in major competitions. Finally, the organisers stressed the importance of class and fair play, noting that the Ballon d’Or is not just about skill…

In January 1993, Ibrahim Babangida was Nigeria’s military ruler. He was supposedly in the last year of an interminable transition at the end of which he promised to hand over power to an elected civilian administration. Moshood Abiola was actively canvassing to inherit that mantle. As Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Mohammed Bello was in his fourth year at the apex of the system for resolving disputes between Abiola and Babangida in the process of transition from military to civil rule. He had been CJN since 1987. At the time, Abiola was also Nigeria’s most influential newspaper publisher under the Concord Group. One of…

French media and telecommunications conglomerate Canal+ has completed the acquisition of South African television and streaming service MultiChoice, creating a group with a presence in nearly 70 countries worldwide. In a joint statement on Monday, the companies said, “Your entertainment journey just got bigger! MultiChoice has joined Groupe CANAL+, and we’re building a stronger future of entertainment—together with YOU. Same DStv. Same favourites. Even more to come!” The statement added that the acquisition is “the largest transaction ever undertaken” by Canal+, noting that the merging of the two companies will establish a group with over 17,000 employees, serving more than…

The national secretary of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Ogini Olaposi, states that plans to join the APC are being pursued by Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso and his Kwankwasiyya Movement, not the party itself. The NNPP scribe gave the clarification in a statement on Monday. Mr Kwankwaso, a former Kano governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the NNPP, on Saturday declared that he and his supporters were ready to join the ruling All Progressives Congress. Mr Kwankwaso, however, warned that his political movement will not allow itself to be used to win elections and then abandoned afterwards. Reacting to the situation,…