AMAECHI LEADS OTHERS

   ROTIMI AMAECHI LEADS OTHER 2027 PRESIDENTIAL ASPIRANTS TO SALUTE NIGERIANS AT CHRISTMAS

By Our Political Correspondent Ibrahim Michah live from Abuja 

Former Minister of Transportation and leading 2027 presidential hopeful, Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has joined other aspirants eyeing Nigeria’s top office to extend Christmas and New Year greetings to Nigerians, while using the festive message to restate his vision for quality leadership and credible democratic participation ahead of the 2027 general elections.

In a goodwill message released to mark the Christmas season and the approaching end of 2025, Amaechi wished Nigerians God’s blessings, protection, and a season filled with love, peace, and prosperity. 

He described Christmas as a period of reflection, renewal, and hope, urging citizens to remain steadfast in their belief that Nigeria can overcome its current challenges through responsible leadership and active civic engagement.

Amaechi, who is positioning himself as a major contender in the 2027 presidential race, assured Nigerians that if elected President, he would uphold the trust and mandate freely given to him by the people. 

He promised to provide purposeful and people-oriented leadership, anchored on accountability, national unity, and rapid development.

The former Rivers State governor called on Nigerians to come out in large numbers to vote during the 2027 polls, emphasizing that voting remains the most powerful democratic tool available to citizens to shape their future. He further urged voters not only to cast their ballots but also to lawfully protect their votes to ensure that the will of the people is fully reflected in election outcomes.

Reflecting on past electoral experiences, Amaechi stressed the importance of vigilance and collective resolve, noting that Nigerians must learn from previous elections and ensure that their mandates are defended through legitimate democratic and legal processes. 

According to him, the electorate has both the right and the opportunity to vote out poverty, poor governance, and ineffective leadership through the ballot.

Amaechi also appealed to Nigerians to rise above divisions of region, religion, and tribe when choosing their next President. 

He argued that national interest must take precedence over sectional considerations, insisting that Nigeria needs the best leadership capable of rebuilding the nation decisively within a single term of office.

“As we approach the end of 2025 and move steadily into the electioneering period, the government has a responsibility to provide everything required for elections that are credible, free, fair, and acceptable to the Nigerian people,” he said. 

He added that for democracy to be meaningful, votes must count under all circumstances, and the outcome of elections must reflect the genuine choice of the electorate.

Amaechi further maintained that any administration rejected at the polls must respect the will of the people, describing this as a fundamental pillar of democracy and national stability.

Concluding his message, Amaechi extended warm Christmas and New Year wishes to Nigerians at home and in the diaspora, expressing optimism for a brighter future.

“A warm and joyous Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Nigerians. 

May this festive period bring hope, happiness, and renewal to our great nation,” he said, while wishing Nigerians a brighter 2026 and beyond.

The message positions Amaechi as one of the earliest aspirants to publicly salute Nigerians ahead of the 2027 elections, setting the tone for what is expected to be an increasingly active political season in the months ahead.

Amaechi has broken the record of being the first presidential aspirant in Nigeria for the 2027 Presidential Elections to salute Nigerians at Christmas and New York celebrations.

AIR VICE MARSHAL SUNDAY KELVIN ANEKE CREATES ROOM FOR NIGERIA MEDIA TO FIGHT TERRORISM

       (CAS) AIR VICE MARSHAL SUNDAY KELVIN ANEKE SAYS MEDIA REMAINS BEST PARTNERS TO CARRY OUT SENSITIVE INFORMATION TO CURB INSURGENCY IN NIGERIA 

Nigerian Air Force lauds journalists, assures Nigerians of imminent end to insurgency

Matthew Emeka Reporting Live from Abuja 

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has described the media as its most dependable partners in the delicate task of managing sensitive security information and countering insurgency across the country, stressing that responsible and balanced reportage remains critical to national stability and victory over terrorism.

This position was reiterated at a light but strategically significant social engagement organised by the Nigerian Air Force to appreciate journalists for their years of professional support and balanced coverage of Air Force activities. The event, which had the ambience of an end-of-year gathering, brought together defence correspondents and Air Force reporters drawn from print, radio, television and online media organisations across Nigeria.

Held at the Nigerian Air Force Conference Centre, Abuja, the gathering attracted key stakeholders in defence journalism, including the President of the Defence Reporters Association of Nigeria (DRAN), the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Chairman, and other special correspondents invited by the Director of Public Relations and Information of the Nigerian Air Force.

Welcoming guests to the event, the current Director of Public Relations and Information (DOPRI), Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who was appointed in April 2025, commended journalists for what he described as “years of professionalism, restraint and patriotism” in the coverage of Air Force operations, particularly at a time when misinformation and sensational reporting could easily undermine national security efforts.

Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame
Director of Public Relations and Information
(DOPRI), Nigerian Air Force

Air Commodore Ejodame noted that the media’s understanding of what constitutes sensitive operational information had greatly helped the Nigerian Air Force to plan and execute missions without unnecessary exposure. According to him, such cooperation has contributed immensely to the successes recorded by the Air Force in various theatres of operation.

The highlight of the event was the address by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, who used the occasion to reassure Nigerians that the country is steadily emerging from the shadows of insurgency and terrorism.

The Air Chief disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given the Armed Forces of Nigeria a clear and firm mandate to flush out terrorists and criminal elements from all parts of the country within the shortest possible time. He said this presidential directive has further strengthened the resolve of the military to intensify operations against insurgents, kidnappers and armed bandits.

According to him, “Nigeria is coming out of insurgency very soon. The President has given us a clear mandate, and the Nigerian Air Force, working with sister services, is fully committed to restoring peace and stability across the nation.”

Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke

Air Vice Marshal Aneke called on the media to continue supporting the government and the military with factual, responsible and security-conscious reportage that would aid ongoing operations rather than undermine them. He stressed that while the media has a duty to inform the public, that responsibility must be balanced with national interest, especially in times of conflict.

“We will keep insurgents running; they will have no time to plan attacks,” the Air Chief declared, drawing applause from journalists and other guests at the event.

He further thanked media practitioners for their timely and wide-ranging coverage of Air Force activities on print, online, radio and television platforms, describing the relationship between the military and the media as one built on trust, mutual respect and shared patriotism.

The CAS expressed optimism that with sustained military pressure and continued media cooperation, normalcy would soon return to states previously ravaged by terrorism and insurgency. He added that a more secure Nigeria would open the door for increased local and foreign investments, improved business confidence and enhanced social services delivery.

“Nigerians and investors will soon begin to enjoy a peaceful environment for business and social life,” he said, adding that Nigeria remains “the nation the world is waiting for,” and as such, the President would leave no stone unturned in fixing the country’s security challenges.

He also appealed to citizens to be patient and to give the military a little more time to completely clean up the nation from terrorism, kidnapping and armed robbery, assuring them that the Armed Forces are fully committed to the task.

Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, who is the 23rd Chief of the Air Staff of the Nigerian Air Force, was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and assumed office on October 30, 2025. A highly decorated pilot with over 4,300 flying hours, he brings to the position a wealth of operational, academic and international experience, including participation in United Nations peacekeeping missions and counter-insurgency operations in different parts of Nigeria.

Born on February 20, 1972, in Makurdi, Benue State, and hailing from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, the Air Chief is an alumnus of the Nigerian Defence Academy, 40th Regular Course. He holds multiple academic qualifications in Physics, International Affairs, Political Economy and Strategic Studies, underscoring his reputation as both an operational expert and a strategic thinker.

Since assuming office, Air Vice Marshal Aneke has consistently articulated a vision centred on operational excellence, technology-driven airpower, enhanced training, personnel welfare and strong defence diplomacy through international partnerships. He has pledged to build a versatile, disciplined and intelligent Nigerian Air Force capable of effectively responding to contemporary security threats.

The social event, which featured light speeches, goodwill messages and musical performances, provided an informal platform for interaction between Air Force leadership and the media. Beyond the social atmosphere, the gathering reinforced the strategic importance of media–military collaboration in winning the war against insurgency and safeguarding Nigeria’s unity and stability.

As the evening drew to a close, there was a shared sense among attendees that the partnership between the Nigerian Air Force and the media remains a crucial pillar in the ongoing fight against terrorism and a key driver of public confidence in the nation’s march towards lasting peace and security.

South-South Labour Party Women's Wing Under Preparation For 2027

 ENU KIKANWA TIMIPRE LINDA SET TO LEAD LABOUR PARTY SOUTH-SOUTH WOMEN MOBILISATION AHEAD OF 2027 POLLS

Women’s political participation takes centre stage as South-South women rally for party growth, regional development, and the Abure-led Labour Party vision.

Johnathan Emeka Reporting Live From Bayalsa 

 

The Labour Party in the South-South geopolitical zone is witnessing a renewed wave of women-driven political awakening as Enu Kikanwa Timipre Linda signals readiness to lead an aggressive and inclusive Women Political Mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections. 

Her emergence as the national deputy Women leader for South-South is being widely welcomed by party stakeholders as a strategic move to deepen grassroots engagement, strengthen party structures, and reposition women as a decisive force in Nigeria’s democratic process.

A staunch supporter of the Barrister Julius Abure–led national leadership, Timipre Linda has consistently emphasized party unity, internal democracy, and regional development as core pillars of her mobilisation agenda. She believes that empowering women politically across the South-South will not only consolidate Labour Party’s influence in the region but also translate into broader national impact.

 

Speaking on the vision, party women leaders highlighted that women must lead Nigeria into a new political era, projecting that the 11th National Assembly could witness unprecedented female leadership if sustained mobilisation and voter education are pursued. 

This bold declaration has sparked conversations across Nigeria, reigniting debates on gender inclusion, equity, and leadership competence.

Observers note that the growing momentum around women’s participation within the Labour Party aligns with global democratic trends, reinforcing the argument that women’s political participation is key to building a new Nigeria, one rooted in accountability, social justice, and people-oriented governance.

As preparations for 2027 intensify, the South-South women mobilisation drive under Enu Kikanwa Timipre Linda is expected to play a critical role in reshaping political narratives, energising the grassroots, and positioning women not just as supporters, but as leaders and decision-makers in Nigeria’s future.