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Maduka University located at Ekwegbe, Igbo Etiti Local Government Area Enugu State is set to unveil Maduka University Teaching Hospital (MUTH) located at Nsukka, Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State.

Maduka University founded by notable transport businessman Dr Maduka Onyishi who is also the Chancellor of the University is moving to contribute hugely in Nigeria healthcare.

It is remarkable to note that the Chancellor of the University Dr Maduka Onyishi is passionate about providing quality education that aligns with equipping students with entrepreneurship, regardless of field of study, the move he made to convert his beautiful house in Nsukka into a teaching hospital for Maduka University demonstrates his high level of sacrifice in converting his mansion into a place of learning and a healthcare provider.

Instead of luxury he chose to leave a legacy behind.

Professor Gozie Ogbodo Champions a New Era of Transformation at IMT Enugu

Professor Gozie Sunday Ogbodo, the Rector of the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu, is an accomplished legal scholar, administrator, mentor and institutional leader whose career reflects a sustained commitment to academic excellence, human development and purposeful leadership.

Since assuming leadership of IMT, Professor Ogbodo has embarked on a broad transformation agenda aimed at repositioning the institution through academic reforms, infrastructural renewal, administrative efficiency, innovation and improved staff and student welfare. His administration has recorded significant developments in programme accreditation, campus renovation, digitalisation, entrepreneurship and industry partnerships.

One of the defining features of his leadership at IMT is his emphasis on measurable institutional progress. His administration has strengthened academic quality assurance, secured accreditation for academic programmes, renovated learning facilities and staff quarters, and pursued the digitalisation of institutional records. He has also promoted a culture of accountability, academic integrity and discipline, including a firm stance against examination malpractice and the practice of sorting.

His vision extends beyond conventional classroom education. Through initiatives such as One Diploma, One Skill, entrepreneurship development, industry collaborations and the establishment of new training platforms, he is promoting practical skills that can prepare students for employment, innovation and business ownership. The introduction of IMT Enterprises and the institution's own bread production also reflects his administration's focus on entrepreneurship and internally generated revenue.

Professor Ogbodo's leadership journey is built on a distinguished academic career. He was among the pioneer students of the Faculty of Law at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, where he studied Law before advancing his academic and professional pursuits to become a Professor of Law.

He spent many years lecturing at the Faculty of Law, University of Benin (UNIBEN), where he distinguished himself not only as a lecturer but also as a mentor and guide to students. His commitment to student development extended beyond the lecture halls. As Staff Adviser to the National Association of Enugu State Students, UNIBEN/UBTH Chapter, he voluntarily dedicated his time, knowledge and personal resources to mentoring students, supporting their aspirations and guiding their leadership development.

His academic and administrative accomplishments also include serving as Dean of the Faculty of Law at Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu, and subsequently rising to the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration).

These responsibilities further strengthened his experience in institutional governance, strategic planning, academic management and organisational development.

Today, at IMT, Professor Gozie Ogbodo brings together decades of teaching, mentorship, legal scholarship and university administration to advance a renewed institutional vision. His leadership places emphasis on teamwork, stakeholder engagement, staff development, student welfare, innovation and a learning environment where academic excellence is matched by practical competence.

His journey from a pioneer law student to a Professor of Law, university administrator and Rector demonstrates a career shaped by continuous service, intellectual contribution and leadership responsibility.

At IMT, his ongoing transformation agenda reflects an ambition to build an institution that is academically credible, technologically responsive, entrepreneurial and prepared for the demands of the future.

University of Uyo moves to restore policy of employing "First Class Graduates" of the University

Tony Elumelu’s Seplat Energy Investment Hits $1.45 Billion

Tony Elumelu’s investment in Seplat Energy Plc has risen significantly in value, with his stake now estimated at approximately $1.45 billion, following the continued appreciation of the energy company’s shares on the Nigerian Exchange.

The investment dates to the acquisition by Heirs Energies, chaired by Tony Elumelu, of a 20.07 per cent stake in Seplat Energy, comprising 120.4 million shares.

The transaction with French oil and gas company Maurel & Prom was valued at approximately $496 million.

According to Nairametrics, Elumelu’s 120.4 million-share stake was valued at about $1.28 billion based on Seplat’s September 1, 2026 closing price.

By September 17, Nairametrics reported that the holding had risen to approximately ₦1.79 trillion as Seplat’s share price continued to climb.

With the latest valuation placing the investment at approximately $1.45 billion, the holding represents a substantial increase over the original $496 million acquisition value as reported by Business Day.

The acquisition also made Elumelu the largest disclosed shareholder in Seplat Energy. Following the transaction, he was elected to the company’s board as a Non-Executive Director.

The development underscores the growing value of one of Nigeria’s major indigenous investments in the oil and gas sector.

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“Africa still has no permanent seat on the Security Council.

A 21st century Security Council without permanent African representation is unjust & indefensible.

We must reform the Council so that it reflects today’s world with the legitimacy and effectiveness that today’s challenges demand “ - UN Secretary-General

Remembering Great Actor Olu Jacobs

Olu Jacobs, born in 1942, was one of Nigeria’s most respected actors, with a career spanning more than five decades.

• Born in Kano, Nigeria, in 1942.
• Trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), London.
• Worked in British theatre and television before returning to Nigeria.
• Appeared in international films and numerous Nigerian productions.
• Became widely recognised for his memorable roles in Nollywood, particularly as kings, chiefs and respected elders.
• Won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2007.
• Received Nigeria’s national honour, Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR), in 2011.
• Co-founded the Lufodo Group with his wife, actress Joke Silva, contributing to the development and training of talent in the performing arts.
• He died in 2026 at the age of 84

Olu Jacobs leaves behind a body of work that helped define generations of African theatre, television and cinema.

Crown Edge Properties Set to Unveil Bigger, Smarter Luxuria 2.0 Estate in Abuja

Following the success of its sold-out Luxuria 1.0 project in 2025, Crown Edge Group is expanding its vision for modern living with the development of Luxuria 2.0, a larger and more spacious luxury estate designed to raise the standard of contemporary homeownership in Abuja.

The new development is being driven by Crown Edge Properties and Crown Edge Construction Ltd, subsidiaries of Crown Edge Group, as the company continues to build its presence within Nigeria’s real estate sector.

Luxuria 1.0 marked an important milestone for Crown Edge Homes, providing investors and homeowners with a luxury residential environment that attracted buyers and ultimately became a sold-out project.

Building on that experience, the company says Luxuria 2.0 is being developed on a bigger scale, with greater space, enhanced luxury standards and a broader vision for modern residential living.

At the heart of Crown Edge’s approach is its philosophy: “Live Smarter and Happier with Crown Edge Homes.” The idea goes beyond creating properties that simply make a strong first impression.

The company is focused on homes designed to combine attractive architecture with thoughtful interiors, functionality, comfort and durability.

For Crown Edge, luxury is not only about what residents see from the outside. It is also about how a home feels and functions once you step through the door.

Led by a new generation of Nigerian professionals and entrepreneurs, Crown Edge Group is positioning its developments around a vision of creating homes that offer residents a genuine home-away-from-home experience in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

With Luxuria 2.0, that vision is being taken a step further. The estate is planned as a larger residential project where space, contemporary design and luxury living come together to create an environment suited to homeowners and property investors seeking modern accommodation in the capital…

Investors in the real estate market and homeowners are drawn to take advantage of the new estate built by Crown Edge.

Crown Edge Properties Set to Unveil Bigger, Smarter Luxuria 2.0 Estate in Abuja

Following the success of its sold-out Luxuria 1.0 project in 2025, Crown Edge Group is expanding its vision for modern living with the development of Luxuria 2.0, a larger and more spacious luxury estate designed to raise the standard of contemporary homeownership in Abuja.

The new development is being driven by Crown Edge Properties and Crown Edge Construction Ltd, subsidiaries of Crown Edge Group, as the company continues to build its presence within Nigeria’s real estate sector.

Luxuria 1.0 marked an important milestone for Crown Edge Homes, providing investors and homeowners with a luxury residential environment that attracted buyers and ultimately became a sold-out project.

Building on that experience, the company says Luxuria 2.0 is being developed on a bigger scale, with greater space, enhanced luxury standards and a broader vision for modern residential living.

At the heart of Crown Edge’s approach is its philosophy: “Live Smarter and Happier with Crown Edge Homes.” The idea goes beyond creating properties that simply make a strong first impression.

The company is focused on homes designed to combine attractive architecture with thoughtful interiors, functionality, comfort and durability.

For Crown Edge, luxury is not only about what residents see from the outside. It is also about how a home feels and functions once you step through the door.

Led by a new generation of Nigerian professionals and entrepreneurs, Crown Edge Group is positioning its developments around a vision of creating homes that offer residents a genuine home-away-from-home experience in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

With Luxuria 2.0, that vision is being taken a step further. The estate is planned as a larger residential project where space, contemporary design and luxury living come together to create an environment suited to homeowners and property investors seeking modern accommodation in the capital.

The development also reflects the growing demand for residential properties that provide more than conventional housing. For today’s homeowners, factors such as interior quality, durability, functionality, privacy, aesthetics and the overall living experience increasingly influence the value of a property.

Crown Edge’s next chapter therefore comes with a clear ambition: to build homes that are not merely impressive at completion, but remain valuable, comfortable and relevant for years to come.

As Luxuria 2.0 takes shape, Crown Edge Properties is seeking to build on the momentum of its first Luxuria project while presenting a bigger expression of its philosophy of smarter and happier living.
From Luxuria 1.0 to the larger Luxuria 2.0, Crown Edge Homes is building more than houses; it is shaping spaces designed for people to live, grow and create lasting memories.

Investors in the real estate market and homeowners are drawn to take advantage of the new estate built by Crown Edge.

Chimamanda Adichie Says Son’s Death Has Changed Her Feelings Towards Nigeria

Award-winning Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has said the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu, has profoundly changed her relationship with Nigeria.

Adichie disclosed this in a recent interview with The New York Times, months after her son died following a medical emergency at a hospital in Lagos.

Asked whether Nigeria still felt close to her heart, Adichie responded: “My feelings toward Nigeria have changed. I do not want to go back to Nigeria.” The statement was reported by The New York Times in an interview published on September 10, 2026

According to The New York Times, Nkanu became ill while Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, were in Lagos during the holidays. The child was later taken to a hospital in Nigeria for an MRI examination, during which he was sedated. He subsequently suffered cardiac arrest and died.

The tragedy has also led to an ongoing legal and medical inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the child's death. The New York Times reported that Adichie and her husband have sought a coroner's inquest, saying they want answers and improvements in Nigeria's healthcare system rather than pursuing a lawsuit against the hospital.

Adichie's comments reflect the depth of the emotional impact the loss has had on her. Nigeria has historically been central to her identity and literary career, with the country providing much of the inspiration for her internationally acclaimed works.

Despite her painful experience, Adichie acknowledged that Nigeria remains important to her surviving children. She told The New York Times that her daughter still considers Nigeria her “happy place” and said her children may be the reason the family returns.

Adichie also reflected on the complicated relationship she now has with her homeland, saying that while the United States made it possible for her to pursue writing, “Nigeria gave me everything I needed to be able to write.”

Her latest remarks have generated widespread discussion in Nigeria, particularly because of the author's longstanding cultural and literary connection to the country.

Source: The New York Times, with additional reporting from Nigerian media outlets.

Before Senator Ikeje Asogwa was elected Senator Enugu North Senatorial District in the June 2026 by-election know the senators who have represented the district before him.

Enugu North Senatorial District was represented by:

Senator Fidelis Okoro (1999 - 2007)

Late Senator Ayogu Eze ( 2007- 2015)

Senator Chukwuka Utazi ( 2015 - 2023)

Late Senator Okey Ezea ( 2023 - 2026)

Senator Ikeje Asogwa ( 2026 - Present)