Ferddy Agu

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Ferdinand Agu specializes in investigative journalism, uncovering corruption, accountability gaps, and systemic issues across public and private sectors in Nigeria.

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Funding Gaps Undermine Africa’s Outbreak Response

Africa CDC says funding gaps, weak health financing, and limited vaccine manufacturing capacity are undermining Africa’s outbreak response, despite growing vaccine availability across the continent.

Court Delivers Historic Justice As British Govt. Ordered To Pay £420m To Slain Miners

An Enugu High Court has ordered the British Government to pay £420 million to families of 21 miners killed during the 1949 Iva Valley massacre, describing the killings as unlawful and extrajudicial.

Troops Crush IPOB/ESN Enclaves, Arrest Kidnap Suspects In South-East, South-South

Troops of the Nigerian Army have dislodged IPOB/ESN fighters and arrested suspected kidnappers in coordinated operations across the South-East and South-South regions.

Airport Police Arrest 24-Year-Old Over Alleged N48m Romance Scam in Lagos

Airport Police have arrested a 24-year-old suspect over an alleged N48.5 million romance scam, reportedly carried out through fake social media identities and cryptocurrency payments.

Wike-Backed PDP Vows All-Inclusive Convention

The Wike-backed PDP caretaker committee has vowed to deliver an all-inclusive convention, announcing new dates and dissolving key zonal party structures.

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Enugu Wins Infrastructure, IGR Honours at BusinessDay Competitiveness Awards

Enugu State has won the Infrastructure Development Competitiveness Award and Outstanding Performance in Internally Generated Revenue Award at the 2025 BusinessDay States Competitiveness and Investment Readiness Awards, with officials attributing the recognition to ongoing reforms and infrastructure investments under Governor Peter Mbah’s administration.

Enugu Airport Expansion: Direct Cargo Flights From China Projected for December Launch

The Federal Government and Enugu State Government are working to launch direct cargo flights between Enugu and Guangzhou, China, by December 2026, a move expected to boost trade and position Enugu as a major logistics hub in Southeast Nigeria.

Flood Preparedness: Yobe Targets 126,000 Households in Comprehensive Response Plan

The Yobe State Government has adopted a comprehensive flood preparedness plan targeting more than 126,000 vulnerable households as part of efforts to strengthen disaster response and climate resilience across high-risk communities.

UN, EU Partner With Nigeria to Advance Durable Solutions for 3.5 Million IDPs

The United Nations has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting durable solutions for displaced persons in Nigeria, focusing on long-term recovery, social inclusion, livelihoods, and sustainable development.
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