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TINUBU AT 2: PETER OBI, OTHERS FAULT IMPACT OF PETROL SUBSIDY REMOVAL
He noted that there was no point building new road infrastructure when citizens do not feel safe to travel to their villages due to threats of insecurity.
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STATE OF EMERGENCY, SUSPENSION OF ELECTED RIVERS STATE OFFICIALS UNFAIR, UNJUST, UNCONSTITUTIONAL – RIVERS ELDERS
The group said if there was any culprit who has inflamed the political atmosphere; to push it to this level, it is Chief Barrister Nyesom Wike, the Hon. Minister of Federal Capital Territory.
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DANGOTE REFINERY SUSPENDS SALES OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS IN NAIRA
The company said its sales of petroleum products in Naira had so far exceeded the value of Naira-denominated crude oil received by the refinery.
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DEMOCRACY DAY: US, UK, CANADA, 2 OTHERS LAMPOON NIGERIAN AUTHORITIES OVER MISUSE OF CYBER CRIMES ACT
The Heads of Mission in Nigeria encourage Nigerian lawmakers to consider reform of the Cybercrimes Act to narrow the definitions of key terms such as “false information,” cyberstalking,” insult,” hatred,” and “harassment,” and ensure those definitions cannot be used erroneously to silence critics.
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U.S. SHOWCASES CALIFORNIA WINES, EXPANDS TRADE OPPORTUNITIES IN NIGERIA
The event brought together 18 California wineries with the Nigerian business community, with a view to strengthen agricultural trade ties between the two countries.
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IRAN-BOUND WOMAN FOUND WITH COCAINE AT PORT HARCOURT AIRPORT, AS NDLEA REPORTS MULTIPLE ARRESTS, SEIZURES
* Iran-bound woman found with cocaine in private part, stomach, bag at PH airport * Nabs 22-year-old British ex-convict with large drug shipment at MMIA * Intercepts fuel tanker, 3 vehicles with 3, 047kg skunk in Niger, 775 litres of codeine in Kano
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"My friend has not died, he has only changed address..." - Pastor Adeboye Mourns Rev Dr Uma Ukpai
"Reverend Uma Ukpai was not just a minister of the gospel, he was a true general in the army of our God, a man of unshakable faith, quiet strength, and uncommon humility. "
Read More →ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY MOURNS DEATH OF POPE FRANCIS
In a statement on the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, Lambeth Palace noted that: "we cherish the strong bond between Popes and Archbishops of Canterbury - the fruit of many decades of ecumenical dialogue."
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CP BAKORI MOVED TO KANO AS NEW COMMISSIONER OF POLICE
CP Bakori, who hails from Katsina State, replaces CP Salman Garba Dogo, who was recently promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police.
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COURT REFUSES BAIL TO 5 'AL-SHABAB' TERRORISTS LINKED TO 2022 OWO CHURCH ATTACK
The attack on worshippers at the Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owo on June 5, 2022, claimed the lives of more than forty persons.
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PRESIDENT FEDERATION CUP: ANGELS AT WAR IN ABA, AS QUEENS AND AMAZONS BATTLE IN AYINGBA
On Saturday, the Cup holders will have their work cut out against nifty Ibom Angels in what is a repeat of the 2017 and 2018 Final matches, which Rivers Angels won on both occasions.
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ABIA STATE GOVERNOR SHOWCASES INVESTMENT POTENTIALS IN UKWA WEST, AS ROAD RECONSTRUCTION BEGINS
Governor Alex Otti spoke at the flag-off of the reconstruction of Obehie-Umudobia-Owaza Road in Ukwa West Local Government Area, stressing that the 11.1km road would enhance connectivity and economic opportunities within communities in Ukwa West.
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POLICE RECEIVE KNOCKS, AS STAKEHOLDERS REVIEW HUMAN RIGHTS, POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY, CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION IN LAGOS
The police have been criticised for failing to comply with the prohibition of media parade of suspects, arrest of suspects by proxy, prolonged detention of suspects and the requirement for recording of statements of accused persons.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU'S FMR SPOKESMAN VOWS TO CAMPAIGN AGAINST HIS RE-ELECTION
ALIYU AUDU alleged that President TINUBU prefers to act in vengeance over collective progress in his recent decisions and utterances.
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2 Abducted Maga Schoolgirls Escape, as Vice President Shettima Visits Kebbi State
President BOLA TINUBU also sent his condolences to the military over the death of the gallant soldiers and Brigadier General MUSA UBA, who was abducted and executed by Islamist terrorists in Borno State.
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RIVERS STATE DESCENDS INTO EMERGENCY RULE, WITH GOV FUBARA SUSPENDED, IBOK ETE IBAS STEPS IN AS SOLE ADMINISTRATOR
President Tinubu also suspended the Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Ngozi Ordu, and all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly.
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POPE FRANCIS TAUGHT THE WORLD LEGACY OF LIGHT - PETER OBI IN VATICAN
Obi noted that the solemn lying-in-state ceremony was a moment of deep reflection, as the world bids farewell to a man whom he said embodied humility, simplicity, and selfless service.
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ONITSHA DRUGS MARKET SAGA: OBI FAULTS NAFDAC OVER PROLONGED CLOSURE
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party said the level of insensitivity being displayed by NAFDAC is both disturbing and uncaring.
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SENATE SEXUAL HARASSMENT SCANDAL: IRETI KINGIBE DECLARES “UNWAVERING STANCE FOR JUSTICE, AND WOMEN’S RIGHTS”
Senator Kingibe, who is the Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Women Affairs, said she was aware of the dismay Nigerians expressed towards her over her initial takes on the sexual harassment allegation against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.
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26 Suspects Arrested, N930,000 Counterfeit Notes Recovered, As Police Raid Criminal Hideouts in Eti-Osa, Lagos
The PPRO said further investigations revealed that four other suspects, identified as ABUBAKAR RILEAN, ABUBAKAR ABDULLAHI, ADAMU IBRAHIM JORA and MICHAEL JO who are between the ages of thirty and forty, were also arrested for alleged production and distribution of adulterated engine oil.
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SPORTS: GABON BEATS KENYA TO QUALIFY FOR 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice as Gabon finished two points clear of Ivory Coast at the top of Group F.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU TO ADDRESS NIGERIANS IN NATIONAL BROADCAST ON DEMOCRACY DAY
A member of the committee, ABDULHAKEEM ADEOYE, said there will be no Democracy Day parade.
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NIGER DELTA YOUTH COUNCIL DARES FG OVER STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RIVERS STATE
The National President of the group, Chief Ambassador Bene Mamamu, who made the demand in a statement, said the current situation in Rivers State was an imposition of military dictatorship on the people.
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UNIVERSITY STUDENTS TO UNDERGO DRUG INTEGRITY TESTS, AS DRUG EDUCATION ENTERS SCHOOL CURRICULUM
These were the outcomes of a meeting between the Minister of Education, OLATUNJI ALAUSA, and the NDLEA Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, retired Brigadier General MOHAMMED BUBA MARWA, at the Ministry of Education in Abuja.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS THE PASSING OF BUSINESS ICON PASCAL DOZIE
The President prays for the peaceful repose of Chief Dozie's soul and extends his condolences to his wife, children, and extended family. He calls upon the Nigerian private sector to honour Chief Dozie's memory by upholding the values of integrity, innovation, and nation-building.
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"WE'LL COMPLY WITH SUPREME COURT JUDGMENT ON RIVERS POLITICAL CRISIS", GOV FUBARA ASSURES
The Governor gave the assurance during the inauguration of the newly built Judges' Quarters within the Old GRA in Port Harcourt City Local Government Area. The housing facility was started by the immediate past administration under Governor Nyesom Wike.
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TCN SAYS LOAD SHEDDING EXPECTED AROUND AGBARA, AS 132/33KV AGBARA TRANSMISSION SUBSTATION UNDERGOES UPGRADE
TCN says upon completion of the upgrade, three additional feeders would be radiated from the upgraded transformers, which would enable the Eko Electricity Distribution Company to increase supply to its customers in the area.
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ONNA COUNCIL CHAIRMAN PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS, INI EDO, OVER FATHER’S DEATH
The Nollywood star was personally on ground to receive the visitors, and she thanked the Chairman and Onna stakeholders for their show of love and support as they mourn their departed father.
Read More →2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Race: Falconets Begin Training in Ibadan for Rwanda
The delegation of players and officials was received in Ibadan on Monday afternoon by the Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke.
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Wahala No Dey Finish: PDP Gets Factional BoT, With Ohuabunwa As Chairman
Factional PDP Chairman, ABDULRAHMAN MOHAMMED said the BoT led by Senator ADOLPHUS WABARA has lost its moral balance.
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