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2027: Obi Promises to Empower Youths Through Farming, Small Businesses
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to create more economic opportunities for Nigerian youths through agriculture and small-scale businesses if elected president in 2027.
Obi made the commitment in Kaduna during a political gathering organised by the NDC, where he appeared alongside his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, to discuss their plans for the country.
The former Anambra State governor said his proposed administration would focus on moving Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to one centred on production, investment and job creation.
According to him, government borrowing under his administration would be directed towards productive investments rather than funding consumption.
Obi said providing young Nigerians with meaningful economic opportunities would be a major part of his approach to tackling unemployment and other social challenges.
He explained that his administration would encourage youths to return to farming while also supporting those interested in establishing small businesses.
Obi also linked youth unemployment to the country’s drug-related challenges, arguing that greater access to employment and productive activities could help reduce vulnerability among young people.
On drug trafficking, the NDC candidate proposed tougher punishment for people involved in importing and distributing illegal drugs. He said his administration would seek stronger legal measures, including life imprisonment for serious drug offences.
Obi further compared Nigeria’s youth population with that of Indonesia, arguing that greater youth participation in productive economic activities could contribute to national development.
He said his broader economic plan would be built around investment, production and employment, rather than continued borrowing for consumption.
The NDC candidate said an administration focused on these areas would seek to provide young Nigerians with opportunities to become economically productive while contributing to the growth of the country’s economy.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the Ibom Deep Sea Port project and the upgrade of the Victor Attah International Airport to international status, in a move expected to strengthen Akwa Ibom State’s transport and economic infrastructure.
President Tinubu announced the approvals on Friday, November 6, 2026, while addressing residents during a reception and political rally held in his honour at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
The approvals followed requests made by Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, who described the deep-sea port as a major economic project capable of transforming the state and the wider South-South region.
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Mulade Takes Warri Federal Constituency Campaign Consultations to Koko, Inaugurates Steering Committee
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Chief Sheriff Mulade, PhD, the National Democratic Party (NDP) candidate for Warri Federal Constituency in the 2027 House of Representatives election, has taken his political consultations to Koko, headquarters of Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State.
Mulade visited the community on Tuesday, November 3, where he sought traditional blessings and inaugurated his campaign steering committee as part of efforts to strengthen his political engagement across the constituency.
The visit provided an opportunity for the NDP candidate to engage traditional institutions and local stakeholders while formally establishing a campaign structure to coordinate his activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Salvation Ministries is set to dedicate its newly completed global headquarters, the Hand of God Cathedral, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, November 6, 2026.
The dedication ceremony marks a significant milestone for the church, which is led by its founder and Presiding Pastor, David Ibiyeomie.
The new cathedral is expected to serve as the ministry’s global worship centre, providing a larger space for religious gatherings, spiritual activities and other church programmes.
The event is anticipated to attract worshippers, church leaders, ministers of the gospel and other Christian faithful from different parts of Nigeria and beyond.
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