Beyond Minister Uche Nnaji’s alleged certificate forgery is a realignment of forces for the 2027 Presidential and Enugu governorship elections. Enugu Metro Explainer dives deep into the local factors pushing Minister Nnaji into the pit of political irrelevance in Enugu.
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Enugu Metro explainer provides in-depth context and background information to help readers understand a complex news story or issue. It goes beyond the daily news reports to offer a deeper understanding of the topic, often answering questions readers might have about the subject.
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Lagos Trade Fair demolitions: Beyond the attack on Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, visited the site of the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex demolitions recently. Obi did more than sympathise with affected traders whose shops had been bulldozed; he exposed the contradictions at the heart of Lagos State Government’s justification for demolitions at the sprawling federal complex. In rushing to […]
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Agu vs Gov Uzodimma: Free Speech on Trial in Imo State
Owerri lawyer Chinedu Agu faces charges of cyberstalking and defamation after criticising Gov Uzodimma. Enugu Metro explains the law, politics, and backlash. The Arrest and Charges The case of Owerri-based lawyer and activist, Chinedu Agu, has thrown up questions about free speech, the law, and political power in Nigeria. Police arrested Agu, a former secretary […]
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Nnamdi Kanu’s health crisis: What we know about the DSS controversy
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How a godfather war pushed Rivers State into emergency rule
This Explainer dives deep into the causes and consequences of emergency rule in Rivers State, pushed by a power-hungry godfather. Tomorrow, Thursday, 18 September 2025, Rivers State returns to democratic governance after six months of federal emergency rule. President Bola Tinubu proclaimed the end of emergency rule in a statement today, with profuse justification of […]
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How Nigeria’s 5% fuel surcharge affects quality of life in Enugu
Enugu residents are waking up to the reality of how Nigeria’s coming 5% fuel surcharge will affect quality of life. The surcharge is embedded in the Nigeria Tax Administration Act which President Bola Tinubu singed into law on 26 June 2025. Here is Enugu Metro’s Explainer on the policy and its potential impact on life […]
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Nigeria’s costlier passport: Counting the losses
Enugu Metro Explainer examines Nigeria’s costlier passport and the justifications offered for the inexplicable over 40 percent increase. Public reactions came swift and sharp when the Nigerian government announced an upward review in the cost of procuring an international passport. The 32-page passport went from ₦70,000 to ₦100,000 while the 64-page version jumped from ₦100,000 […]
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Hotel Presidential Enugu Reopens after 20 years of neglect
After nearly two decades of neglect, the iconic Hotel Presidential, Enugu reopened today 21 August 2025 following a comprehensive rehabilitation by the Governor Peter Mbah administration. Once a symbol of Eastern Nigeria’s post-independence modernity, the hotel had fallen into disrepair until the state awarded its restoration to a local Enugu contractor. Government expects the revamped […]
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INEC Declares Labour Winner in Enugu South Rerun Stalemate
After four failed attempts, INEC has finally declared Labour’s Bright Ngene winner of the Enugu South rerun election, ending months of political deadlock
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Understanding Mbah’s cabinet reshuffle of 22 July
Our investigations show that three cabinet positions were hitherto vacant while the governor created a new Ministry and dropped two commissioners to accommodate the six new appointees.