Anayo Ezugwu

Lagos, Nigeria

Senior Correspondent at New Telegraph Nigeria

Journalist, Financial Analyst and Bloomberg Certified. Senior Political Correspondent

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SDP not for disgruntled, internally displaced politicians -Adebayo

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

The candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 presidential election, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has dismissed insinuations in some quarters that the party had become a beautiful bride for disgruntled and internally displaced politicians seeking refuge. Adebayo in a statement said the party remains a movement driven by young people and women who want real change in Nigeria.
Soldiers Didn’t Attack EKEDC Staff In Badagry -Eye Witnesses

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

Some residents of Badagry yesterday debunked the allegations that soldiers from 15 Engineer Regiment of Nigerian Army attacked Eko Electricity Distribution Company staff on Friday morning at their roundabout office. They told journalists in Badagry that soldiers had approached the staff of EKEDC for assistance on the fire outbreak behind the quarters of the Commanding Officer, who was away for an official programme.
Why Fubara Shouldn’t Be At Wike’s Mercy, By Briggs

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu |New Telegraph-Admin

Ann-Kio Briggs is a human rights activist and an environmentalist. In this interview, she speaks on the face-off between Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, and the implication of the crisis on the people of the state, ANAYO EZUGWU writesWith the ruling of the Supreme Court; is this a path to peace, or is this just the beginning of a new fight for the soul of Rivers State? I wouldn’t say it’s the beginning of a fight for the soul of Rivers State.
Ijebu Ode LG Chair Backs Grassroots Devt, Appoints Aides

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

In line with his commitment to effective governance, the chairman of Ijebu Ode Local Government, Ogun State, Dare Alebiosu, has appointed consultants, supervisors and Special Advisers (SAs), while emphasising the importance of grassroots development. Alebiosu commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for his developmental strides and for supporting the state’s local councils. He said the new appointees would bring their expertise to various sectors of local government.
IWD: Women Empowerment Critical To Our Growth -Wema Bank MD

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni, has reaffirmed the bank’s dedication to accelerating action for women’s empowerment, gender inclusion, and equality. Speaking at the Wema Bank International Women’s Day 2025 Event in Lagos, Oseni emphasized the bank’s long-standing commitment to empowering women. “We walk the talk when it comes to women empowerment,” he stated.
FG Renames NIYEEDEP, Unveils New Initiative To Empower Youths

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu |Boma Achenimie

The Federal Government has officially renamed the Nigerian Youth Economic Engagement and De-Radicalization Programme (NIYEEDEP) to Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YEIDEP). This was disclosed in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) presented to the press today, March 6, 2025, following the signing between the Federal Government and the Nigerian Civil Society and Global Development Partners on February 5, 2025.
Lawmaker Secures N6bn For Gbaji-Apa-Owode Road Reconstruction In 2025 Budget

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

A lawmaker representing Badagry Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Sesi Oluwaseun Whingan, has secured a N6 billion budgetary allocation for the reconstruction of the long-neglected Gbaji-Apa-Owode Road in the 2025 budget. The lawmaker in a statement said the 30.6-kilometer federal road connecting Gbaji through Apa to Owode is a critical border point between Nigeria and the Republic of Benin. Whingan said the road has been in a state of severe disrepair for over a decade.
WWD: Nigeria Needs Investment To Protect Iconic Species -Wild Africa

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

As the world mark Wildlife Day, Wild Africa has called on the Nigerian government, the private sector and conservation organisations to increase their support for wildlife conservation initiatives to preserve Nigeria’s iconic species. Wild Africa in a statement said this year’s theme, “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet,” emphasizes the essential role of innovative funding in protecting biodiversity and ensuring a sustainable future for both nature and humanity.
Assembly Workers Condemn Detention Of 3 Members

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

The Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), Lagos State Chapter, has condemned the detention of three staff of the Lagos State House of Assembly by the Department of State Services (DSSS). Speaking at a press conference, the State Chairman of PASAN, Comrade Babatunde Ogunlana, condemned the humiliating arrest, detention and trial of the officers as abuse of power and gross violation of the rights of the staffers who were performing their statutory duties.
Lagos Assembly Workers Condemn Detention Of Three Members By Security Agency

1 month ago | newtelegraphng.com | Anayo Ezugwu

The Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), Lagos State Chapter, has condemned the detention of three staff of the Lagos State House of Assembly by the Department of State Services (DSS). Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the State Chairman of PASAN, Comrade Babatunde Ogunlana, condemned the humiliating arrest, detention and trial of the officers as an abuse of power and a gross violation of the rights of the staffers who were performing their statutory duties.