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Omidiran Pushes for Inclusive FCC Reform: “It Must Work for All Nigerians”
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has emphasized her commitment to building an inclusive institution that serves all Nigerians irrespective of ethnic, religious, or social background.
Hon. Omidiran stated this while receiving a delegation from Social Development Action Trust (SDA-Trust), led by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Hussain Abdu, during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja aimed at exploring institutional collaboration and strengthening advocacy around inclusion, equity, and national development.
She reaffirmed her resolve to reposition the Commission as a truly national institution that guarantees fairness, equity, and equal opportunity for every Nigerian.
“I just want a Federal Character Commission that works for everyone, regardless of your background, your tribe, your religion, or whatever. Nigerians should feel that this country works for all of us, and that is why we are here,” the former legislator said.
“We just need to move forward with the understanding that the capacity and quality are here, and together we are going to get this done.”
Earlier speaking during the visit, Dr. Abdu commended the appointment and leadership style of the FCC Chairman, describing the Commission as a critical institution for advancing fairness and inclusion in Nigeria.
“I am so impressed with your appointment, and we are glad that you are here. We followed your inauguration, and we believe we must build on a new partnership because we know the Federal Character Commission exists for a reason,” he said.
“We are an African institution committed to building institutions that advance the cause of inclusion and promote democracy, and the Federal Character Commission happens to be one of those important institutions in Nigeria.”
Dr. Abdu further disclosed that SDA Trust was developing a programme aimed at deepening engagement with the Commission through research, institutional assessment, and strategic collaboration.
“We designed a programme around seeing how we can work closely with this institution. We want to study the institution because we cannot effectively engage it without understanding its dimensions,” he added.
Also speaking, Commissioner representing Gombe State, Honorable Ibrahim Abdu Mairiga, praised the leadership style of the Executive Chairman, stressing that it has inspired confidence among Commissioners and staff.
“The kind of leadership the Chairperson is providing is inspiring and encouraging, and that is very important for many of us here in the Commission,” Mairiga, who is also the acting chairman of FCC Inter-governmental and External Affairs Committee, said.
The engagement reflects the growing interest of civil society organisations in partnering with the Federal Character Commission to strengthen inclusive governance, institutional accountability, and democratic participation across Nigeria.
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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows
Joel Ajayi
The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.
He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.
According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.
“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.
The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.
“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.
Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.
He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.
He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.
According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.
Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.
He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.
We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.
The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.
He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.
Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.
He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.
“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”
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