POLITICS Archives - Page 7 of 78

Jul

17

2026

GOMEP-NG President Otiti Warns Journalists Against Political Manipulation

POLITICS#AkpovokeOtiti, #CredibleJournalism, #DigitalMedia, #GOMEPNG, #Journalism, #MediaEthics, #OnlineMedia, #PoliticalManipulation

GOMEP-NG President Otiti Warns Journalists Against Political Manipulation As concerns grow over political influence in Nigeria's media landscape, the President of the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG), Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, has issued a strong warning to journalists and online publishers. He urged media professionals to reject financial inducements and political manipulation, insisting that the credibility of journalism depends on truth, fairness and ethical reporting. Can journalists remain independent in an era of increasing political influence? GOMEP-NG President Akpovoke Otiti believes they must. His latest warning challenges media professionals to reject financial inducements, uphold ethics and…

Jul

16

2026

By Famous Reporters

Obi Charles Withdraws from Ikwuano Youth Election, Alleges Threats, Disenfranchisement

POLITICS#CommunityLeadership, #Election2026, #IDUFYouthWing, #IkwuanoDevelopmentUnion, #IkwuanoNews, #IkwuanoYouthElection, #ObiCharles, #YouthLeadership

Obi Charles Withdraws from Ikwuano Youth Election, Alleges Threats, Disenfranchisement Just hours before the highly anticipated Ikwuano Development Union Federated (IDU-F) Youth Wing election, one of the leading aspirants, Maazi Obi Charles, has dramatically withdrawn from the race. Alleging threats to his life, intimidation of his supporters, and the disenfranchisement of delegates from his clan, the aspirant says he would rather step aside than allow the election to endanger lives or undermine democratic principles. Maazi Obi Charles withdrew from the Ikwuano Development Union Federated (IDU-F) Youth Wing presidential election, alleging threats to his safety, intimidation of his supporters, and the…

Jul

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

ADC Crisis Deepens as Aspirants Petition INEC Over Candidate Substitution

POLITICS#2027Elections, #ADC, #ADCPrimaries, #AfricanDemocraticCongress, #CandidateSubstitution, #INEC, #InternalDemocracy, #SenatorDavidMark

ADC Crisis Deepens as Aspirants Petition INEC Over Candidate Substitution A fresh political storm is brewing inside the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as aggrieved aspirants from six states accuse party leaders of replacing candidates allegedly cleared by the party's Appeal Committee. With petitions now before the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the dispute threatens to test the credibility of the ADC's internal democracy ahead of the elections. Why are ADC aspirants petitioning INEC?Aggrieved African Democratic Congress (ADC) aspirants from Nasarawa, Kogi, Cross River, Anambra, Oyo and Lagos states have petitioned INEC, alleging that candidates affirmed by the party's National Working…

Jul

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Felicitates Ben Igbakpa on Tinubu Door-to-Door Campaign Appointment in Delta

POLITICS#APC, #BenIgbakpa, #BolaAhmedTinubu, #DeltaState, #DoorToDoorCampaign, #GOMEPNG, #RenewedHope, #Tinubu

GOMEP-NG Felicitates Ben Igbakpa on Tinubu Door-to-Door Campaign Appointment in Delta Ben Igbakpa's latest political appointment has attracted fresh attention, with GOMEP-NG describing it as a reward for years of leadership, grassroots service and political dedication in Delta State. Political stakeholders continue to react to key appointments ahead of future electoral activities, and one of the latest endorsements has come from the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG). The media body has congratulated former House of Representatives member, Rt. Hon. Ben Igbakpa, following his appointment as Delta State Director of the Door-to-Door Campaign for President Bola…

Jul

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Backs Joel-Onowakpo’s FMC Oleh Bill

POLITICS#DeltaSouth, #FederalMedicalCentre, #FMCOleh, #GOMEPNG, #HealthInfrastructure, #JoelOnowakpo, #NationalAssembly #HealthcareNigeria

Sen. Joel-Onowakpo Hailed as GOMEP-NG Backs FMC Oleh Bill for Delta South Development A Long-Awaited Breakthrough? GOMEP-NG Says Sen. Joel-Onowakpo's FMC Oleh Bill Could Transform Healthcare and Development in Delta South For many residents of Delta South, access to quality healthcare has remained a major challenge for decades. That could soon change. The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has thrown its weight behind Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas' bill seeking to establish a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Oleh, describing the move as a landmark legislative intervention capable of transforming healthcare, creating jobs and accelerating development across…

Jul

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC: History, Zoning Don’t Favour Chima Anyaso’s Bende Ambition

POLITICS#2027Elections, #APC, #BendeFederalConstituency, #BenjaminKalu, #ChimaAnyaso, #HouseOfRepresentatives, #SEONews, #Zoning

APC: History, Zoning Don't Favour Chima Anyaso's Bende Ambition As the political battle for Bende Federal Constituency gathers momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a scathing attack on Labour Party stalwart Chima Anyaso, insisting that history, zoning and political capacity are firmly against his ambition. The ruling party also declared that Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu remains unbeatable, setting the stage for what could become one of Abia's fiercest political contests. The political rivalry in Abia State has intensified as the All Progressives Congress (APC) launched a blistering attack on Labour Party…

Jul

07

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Demands Independent Probe, Urges Officials Facing Allegations to Step Aside

POLITICS#Accountability, #AntiCorruption, #GOMEPNG, #GoodGovernance, #IndependentProbe, #PresidentTinubu, #RuleOfLaw, #Transparency

GOMEP-NG Demands Independent Probe, Urges Officials Facing Allegations to Step Aside By Charity Uwakwe Public confidence in government accountability is once again under the spotlight as the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) calls for an independent investigation into allegations surrounding disputed budgetary entries, alleged intimidation, and claims of financial demands involving a public office. The Guild warns that failure to act transparently could deepen public distrust and reinforce perceptions of impunity in Nigeria's governance system. Could this investigation redefine public accountability in Nigeria? GOMEP-NG believes only an independent probe—and the temporary stepping aside of officials…

Jul

06

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: Obingwa West Rallies Behind Anosike, Appolos as PDP Unites for Victory

POLITICS#Abia2027, #AbiaPolitics, #EnyinnayaAppolos, #GovernorshipElection, #KelechiAnosike, #NigeriaPolitics, #ObingwaWest, #Pdp

2027: Obingwa West Rallies Behind Anosike, Appolos as PDP Unites for Victory As the 2027 elections gather momentum, the battle for Abia State is taking shape with Obingwa West making a bold political statement. Thousands of PDP supporters, community leaders, and stakeholders have publicly declared unwavering support for Dr. Kelechi Anosike and Enyinnaya Appolos, signalling what many describe as a major boost for the party's grassroots campaign. Obingwa West has declared support for PDP governorship candidate Dr. Kelechi Anosike and House of Assembly candidate Enyinnaya Appolos ahead of the 2027 elections. The declaration was made during a thank-you rally in…

Jul

03

2026

By Famous Reporters

Tinubu’s Information Minister Backs GOMEP-NG, Seeks Stronger Government-Media Partnership

POLITICS#GOMEPNG, #MediaEthics, #MediaPartnership, #MohammedIdris, #NationalDevelopment, #RenewedHope, #ResponsibleJournalism, #Tinubu

Tinubu’s Information Minister Backs GOMEP-NG, Seeks Stronger Government-Media Partnership By Charity Uwakwe At a time when misinformation continues to threaten public trust, Nigeria's Minister of Information and National Orientation has reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to working closely with responsible online publishers, describing the media as an indispensable pillar of democracy. His message came during a landmark meeting with the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG), where he advocated stronger collaboration to promote national development, ethical journalism and democratic governance. The Federal Government has reaffirmed its readiness to strengthen collaboration with responsible online media organisations as…

Jul

01

2026

By Famous Reporters

Ikoh Accepts APC Primary Defeat, Urges Supporters To Embrace Sportsmanship, Unity In Abia

POLITICS#Abia2027, #APCAbia, #HenryIkoh, #IkohAcceptsDefeat, #NigeriaPolitics, #PoliticalSportsmanship, #RenewedHopeAgenda, #TinubuAgenda

Ikoh Accepts APC Primary Defeat, Urges Supporters To Embrace Sportsmanship, Unity In Abia By Charity Uwakwe After a closely watched political contest, Chief Henry Ikechukwu Ikoh (Ozurumba) has chosen unity over division, accepting the outcome of the APC governorship primary process in Abia State with a message of hope, gratitude and renewed commitment to the state’s development. His call for sportsmanship and loyalty signals a new phase of political engagement beyond the primary race. Chief Henry Ikechukwu Ikoh has accepted the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary process in Abia State, urging his supporters to embrace sportsmanship,…