Chijioke Ogbodo

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Managing Partner / Editor-in-Chief Chijioke Ogbodo is the Editor-in-Chief of GMTNewsng and a veteran broadcast journalist with nearly two decades of experience as an On-Air Personality at several Radio Stations including the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN). His passion for impactful storytelling and public-interest journalism shapes the newsroom's editorial direction.

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Rivers By-Elections: INEC Fixes Feb. 21 for Ahoada East II, Khana II Polls Dec. 23, 2025

Rivers by-elections have been scheduled for Feb. 21, 2026, as INEC announces dates for polls into Ahoada East II and Khana II State Constituencies.

Oborevwori Endorses Anioma State Creation as Coalition Rallies Support for South-East Zoning

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has declared that his administration is not opposed to the creation of Anioma State, as Anioma youths and a broad-based coalition intensified advocacy for the proposed state and its zoning to the South-East.

Ethiopia TikTok Arrest: Sixth Influencer Detained as Public Morality Debate Deepens

Ethiopian police have arrested a sixth TikTok creator days after five others were detained for “indecent attire,” intensifying a nationwide debate over morality, freedom of expression, and state policing of online personalities. Ethiopia TikTok Arrest.

FG’s $1.5bn Plan to Cut Milk Imports Takes Centre Stage as Enugu Unveils New Livestock Facilities

In a major push to modernise livestock systems nationwide, the Federal Government and Enugu State launched transformative projects and unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at reducing milk imports, boosting food security, and strengthening peaceful coexistence among livestock stakeholders.

Deutsche Bank Moves to Support Nigeria’s Bridge Projects as Works Minister Hosts High-Level Meeting

Deutsche Bank has expressed strong interest in financing Nigeria’s major bridge infrastructure projects following a meeting with the Minister of Works in Abuja.

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Navy Uncovers Illegal Storage Site, Recovers 11,800 Litres Of AGO In Rivers

The Nigerian Navy has uncovered a concealed illegal fuel storage site in Rivers State, recovering about 11,800 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) during Operation DELTA SENTINEL.

COOU Lecturers Appeal: Ojukwu University Grants Dismissed Staff One-Month Window

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University has granted dismissed lecturers a one-month window to appeal their termination, insisting that due process was followed before the university council approved the dismissals.

Police Thwart 2 Bandit Attacks, Recover 137 Rustled Cows In Sokoto

The Sokoto State Police Command has repelled two separate bandits' attacks in Tureta Local Government Area, recovering 137 rustled cows and preventing casualties during coordinated security operations.

Vatican Draws Hard Line as Pope Leo XIV Declares Rebel Catholic Group in Schism, Thousands Face Excommunication

Pope Leo XIV has backed the Vatican's declaration placing the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) in schism after unauthorized bishop ordinations, triggering excommunications and renewed debate within the Catholic Church.
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