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 By Genesis Ogiri Barr. Patrice Eberechukwu Akwara, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) standard-bearer for the Ngor Okpala State Constituency seat in the Imo State House of Assembly, has formally unveiled his governing blueprint, “The Divine Mandate,” presenting a broad-based development compact designed to reposition the constituency on the path of inclusive prosperity, responsive representation and sustainable grassroots development. The policy document, which serves as the ideological and programmatic anchor of the Akwara campaign, articulates a people-driven legislative agenda built around modern agriculture, quality education, youth empowerment, affordable healthcare, rural infrastructure and participatory governance. Akwara said the blueprint was conceived as a social contract between the electorate and a leadership platform committed to translating the aspirations of the people into actionable legislation, strategic oversight and constituency-focused intervent...

By Genesis Ogiri |  ABUJA, Nigeria – The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of CrownLuxuryProperties and Vice Chairman of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), FCT Chapter, Dr. Gbadewole Amos Kayode, has been honoured with an Award of Recognition for his outstanding support, partnership, and contribution to youth empowerment in Nigeria. The award was presented by the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, H.E. Ambassador Gautier Mignot, during the 2026 Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Programme (YEEP 2026), a high-profile event that brought together policymakers, development partners, private sector leaders, and youth advocates committed to advancing opportunities for young Nigerians. Among the distinguished personalities in attendance were the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the President of Flutterwave, representatives o...

 By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA - The flag bearer of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for Ngor Okpala State Constituency, Barr. Patrice Eberechukwu Akwara, has called on eligible voters across the constituency to obtain and safeguard their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs), describing the voter card as the most important instrument for democratic participation and good governance. Akwara made the call during a series of engagements with community leaders, youth groups, women associations, and other stakeholders across the constituency, where he emphasized the need for active citizen participation in the electoral process. The PVC is more than just a card. It is the people's voice and their power to influence governance. Every eligible voter must ensure that he or she is registered and prepared to participate in the electoral process. The development we seek can only be achieved when citizens actively engage in choosing their representatives," Akwara stated. He explained...

  By Genesis Ogiri ENUGU — Tensions ahead of the 2027 general elections escalated on Tuesday as a group of concerned voters and stakeholders from Enugu North/South Federal Constituency staged a protest and submitted a formal petition to the National Chairman and National Working Committee (NWC) of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), calling on the party leadership to halt the House of Representatives ambition of Hon. Nelson Maduka Arum. The protesters, led by Mr. Onyekwere Onu and supported by Mr. Osim Joshua, Ifeoma Ukwu, George Uche Nnamani, Paschal Mgbemene, and Nneka Janet Ahanonu, expressed strong opposition to what they described as attempts to position Hon. Arum as the party's candidate for the 2027 House of Representatives election. Addressing journalists, the protesters alleged that Hon. Arum was strategically planted within the NDC by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to undermine the party's chances in the constituency. They further claimed that he ...

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — In a grand ceremony underscoring the strategic importance of grassroots governance in Nigeria's democratic architecture, Rootswatch Magazine honoured distinguished local government chairmen drawn from the nation's six geopolitical zones and unveiled a special publication chronicling their leadership accomplishments. The event, held at the National Merit House, Maitama, Abuja, attracted an impressive gathering of government officials, political leaders, policymakers, development partners, traditional rulers, and stakeholders committed to strengthening local governance and democratic accountability. Delivering the welcome address, the Editor-in-Chief and National Coordinator of Rootswatch Magazine, Prince Bayode Ojo, called for far-reaching reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria's governance and security institutions.  "He advocated the establishment of state police, arguing that the nation's evolving security realities demand a m...

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA — The Executive Chairman of Gwer West Local Government Area, Hon. Ormin Torsar Victor, has been honoured with the prestigious National Security Excellence Award as the Overall Best in Nigeria on Security by Rootswatch Magazine. The award was presented during the 24th Distinguished Local Government Chairmen Merit Award ceremony held on June 3, 2026, at the esteemed Nigeria Merit Award House, where outstanding local government administrators from across the country were celebrated for excellence in grassroots governance and service delivery. Announcing the award, Prince Bayode Ojo said Hon. Victor was carefully selected following a rigorous assessment of his leadership record, commitment to grassroots development, and notable achievements in enhancing security within Gwer West Local Government Area. According to the organizers, the award recognizes exceptional local government chairmen whose policies and initiatives have contributed signific...