Sunday Isuwa

Abuja

Senior Political Correspondent at Leadership Newspaper

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Articles

PPDC Hails Judge Over Speedy Judgement

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

Executive director and CEO of Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC), Lucy James Abagi, has hailed the chief judge of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf, for championing non-custodial sentencing and discouraging prolonged adjournments, stating that justice must be humane. Abagi stated this during a visit to the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre in Niger State on Thursday when she participated in a bail delivery exercise.
Protesters At US Embassy Demand Visa Ban On Kyari

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

The Young Professionals Forum of Nigeria has written to the Ambassador of the United States (US) to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills Jr., requesting that the former group chief executive officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari, be denied visa or any form of entry into the US. In a letter dated May 23, 2025 and signed by the convener, Barr.
Polytechnic Union Gives Conditions To End Strike

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

Zaria chapter of the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics (SSANIP) has warned the director general of Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology (NILEST), Dr Auwal Mustapha Imam, threatening to resume a previously suspended strike if their demands are not met. In a resolution jointly signed by the association’s chairman, Adamu Ibrahim, and Secretary, Bitrus Zaman, the union accused the DG of victimisation and administrative high-handedness.
Tear Gas Fired At NASS As Stakeholders Protest NCDC Nomination

2 weeks ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

In a dramatic confrontation, operatives of the Nigeria Police Force discharged tear gas at peaceful protesters gathered at the National Assembly on Wednesday. The protesters, comprising members of the Original Inhabitants of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), were demonstrating against the marginalisation of the territory’s indigenous communities and the nomination of Comrade Solomon Adodo to the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) board.
Labour Party Factions Return To The Trenches

1 month ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

Warring factions in the opposition Labour Party (LP) have returned to the trenches following another round of crisis that has rocked the party with the suspension of prominent politicians. The faction of the Labour Party led by Julius Abure has announced the suspension of six prominent and elected members, including the party’s only elected governor, Alex Otti of Abia State and two senators.
Jonathan Hails Archbishop John Praise's Commitment To Faith At 65

1 month ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has lauded the presiding bishop of Dominion Chapel International Church, Archbishop John Praise Daniel, for his resilience and commitment during his tenure, describing the cleric’s steadfast support as a source of encouragement. Dr Jonathan stated this during a worship and thanksgiving service held in Abuja on Sunday to mark the cleric’s 65th birthday.
Korean Govt, UNFPA Urge Support For Women, Girls

1 month ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

The Korean government and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have enlisted support for the economic empowerment of women and girls in Nigeria’s digital economy sector. The country director, Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), Mr Kim Eunsub, who spoke on behalf of the sponsors, said this at the 2025 edition of the National Girls in ICT Competition grand finale in Abuja.
Seeing The Real China

1 month ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

In Nigeria and much of Africa, when one mentions China, it often conjures images of products that lack durability. It brings to mind people who appear alike and are of shorter stature. It also evokes thoughts of industrious individuals striving to advance their interests. However, after a cumulative flight of approximately 16 hours from Abuja, Nigeria, my perception shifted dramatically upon landing in Beijing, the capital city of the Peoples Republic of China (PRC).
RISING INSECURITY… Presidency, CSOs Bicker Over Tinubu’s Absence

1 month ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa |Jonathan Nda-Isaiah

With the rising insecurity in the country, civil society organisations (CSOS) have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to return to the country from France and tackle the menace. According to the CSOS, the president should abandon his current sojourn in France and return to his country to proactively tackle the insecurity ravaging most regions. When Bola Ahmed Tinubu left the country for France, his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, described the trip as a two-week working visit.
Inside China Hero Bay

1 month ago | leadership.ng | Sunday Isuwa

Nestled just outside the bustling city centre of Chongqing lies the intriguing Hero Bay – an area that challenges traditional notions of village life in China. Situated in Yingxiongwan village, within the Tongguanyi town of the Jiulongpo District, Hero Bay exemplifies a unique blend of rural charm and modern development.