EricJames Ochigbo

Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Writer at News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

Articles

Reps summon Federal Fire Service CG over Abuja fire truck accident

1 day ago | newsexpressngr.com | EricJames Ochigbo

News Express |14th May 2025 | 7By ERICJAMES OCHIGBOThe leadership of the House of Representatives has given the Controller-General (CG) of Federal Fire Service (FFS), Mr Jaji Abdulganiyu, 24 hours to appear in person and explain the events around Friday’s fire truck accident which claimed three lives and injured others in Abuja. The Minority Whip, Rep. Ali Isah, issued the ultimatum on Tuesday after the management members of the service failed to honour an earlier invitation.
Minimum wage: ALGON urges workers to end strike

2 days ago | newsexpressngr.com | EricJames Ochigbo

News Express |13th May 2025 | 3FCT ALGON Chairman Danladi ChiyaFCT ALGON Chairman Danladi ChiyaBy ERICJAMES OCHIGBOThe FCT chapter of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) has called on striking workers to resume duty in the interest of the territory. The Chairman of the association, Mr Danladi Chiya, made the call at a news conference on Tuesday in Abuja.
Reps panel probes N200bn CBN loan to DISCOs

1 week ago | newsverge.com | EricJames Ochigbo

The House of Representatives is to investigate disbursement and utilisation of the N200 billion Naira Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) loan for National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP) to Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs)The Chairman of the Committee, Rep. Uchenna Okonkwo (LP-Anambra) made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, adding that 19-member committee had been inaugurated for the purpose.
Reps to EFCC: Release VDM or charge him to court

1 week ago | newsexpressngr.com | EricJames Ochigbo

News Express |6th May 2025 | 15By ERICJAMES OCHIGBOThe Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to either release Mr Martins Otse—popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM)—or charge him to court without delay. In a statement issued on Monday, the Minority Leader, Rep. Kingsley Chinda (PDP–Rivers), condemned the arrest of Otse, a popular social media influencer and human rights activist.
Rivers political crisis: NASS to set up reconciliation committee

1 week ago | newsngr.com.ng | EricJames Ochigbo

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas says the National Assembly will set up a reconciliation committee to address the political differences in Rivers. By EricJames OchigboThe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Tajudeen Abbas says the National Assembly will set up a reconciliation committee to address the political differences in Rivers. Abbas made this known while addressing members of the house at resumption of plenary from the Easter/Sallah break on Tuesday.
Reps minority caucus urges EFCC to release or charge VDM to court

1 week ago | newsverge.com | EricJames Ochigbo

The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to either release Mr Martins Otse—popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM)—or charge him to court without delay. In a statement issued on Monday, the Minority Leader, Rep. Kingsley Chinda (PDP–Rivers), condemned the arrest of Otse, a popular social media influencer and human rights activist.
Rep wants improved wages for Nigerian journalists

1 week ago | newsverge.com | EricJames Ochigbo

Rep. Obi Aguocha (LP-Abia) has called for better welfare packages and improved wages for media practitioners in the country. Aguocha who made the call in an interview with newsmen in Abuja on Monday, also called for legal protection, and safer working conditions for journalists. Aguocha who is the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Monitoring and Evaluation of House Standing and Ad hoc Committees, warned against media intimidation, censorship and harassment.
Rep petitions INEC over alleged forgery of election results by minister

1 week ago | newsexpressngr.com | EricJames Ochigbo

News Express |3rd May 2025 | 3By ERICJAMES OCHIGBOA member of House of Representatives, Rep. Amobi Ogah (LP-Abia), has urged Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to investigate and prosecute the Minister of State for Labour and Productivity, Ms Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, over alleged forgery of the 2023 election results. Ogah, representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency of Abia in the House of Representatives, made the call in a petition submitted to INEC headquarters in Abuja.
Reps Minority Caucus advocates improved wages for Nigerian workers

1 week ago | newsngr.com.ng | EricJames Ochigbo

The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has canvassed improved wages for workers in the country. In a statement by the Minority Leader, Rep. Kingsley ChindaBy EricJames OchigboThe Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has canvassed improved wages for workers in the country. In a statement by the Minority Leader, Rep. Kingsley Chinda (PDP-Rivers), the caucus urged the Federal Government to address growing economic challenges to improve standard of living.
Legal practitioners solicit U.S. support for emergency rule in RiversRivers

1 week ago | newsngr.com.ng | EricJames Ochigbo

By EricJames OchigboAbuja, May 2, 2025 (NAN) A group of legal practitioners, under the auspices of Public Interest Lawyers (PIL), has called on United States of America to support the state of emergency in Rivers, declared by President Bola Tinubu. The group, led by Mr Beeior Orpin, made the call on Friday in a petition submitted to the U.S Embassy in Abuja after a peaceful walk. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that Tinubu had declared a state of emergency in the state and suspended Gov.