In preparation for a befitting burial for the late renowned leader of the Ijaw Nation, Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, the Burial Committee paid a visit to suspended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, at his private residence in Port Harcourt on Friday. Led by Chairman Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs, the delegation included National President of the … Read more
The Labour Party (LP) has announced the indefinite suspension of its Anambra 2025 governorship primary election, which was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025. Naija News reports that the suspension follows the long-awaited verdict from the Supreme Court on Friday afternoon, which ousted the national chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure. The Court … Read more
Ebonyi state – Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly abducted Governor Francis Nwifuru’s aide, Mrs Blessing Adagba, in Ebonyi state. Until her kidnapping, Adagba was the coordinator of Ngbo Central Development Centre in the Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state. As reported by The Punch, the development centres were created in local governments … Read more
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Rtd Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas, has called for legislative support to ensure the success of his administration’s key initiatives, particularly those focused on infrastructure development, security, and socioeconomic growth. Ibas made the appeal on Friday when the Senate Committee on Works, led by Senator Barinada Mpigi, paid a courtesy … Read more
The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok Ete Ekwe Ibas, has solicited requisite legislative backing that will enable his administration to achieve the enunciated programmes of action. Such programmes, he said, include ensuring uninterrupted socioeconomic activities and the provision of vital infrastructure that will support societal and economic growth, boost productivity, facilitate access … Read more
FCT, Abuja – The United States Mission in Nigeria said it is following the Edo election appeal process closely. The United States reaffirmed its commitment to supporting free, fair, transparent, and credible elections. This was disclosed in a statement issued via its X handle @USinNigeria on Friday, April 4, 2025. The US embassy said it … Read more
In an announcement made on Friday, UEFA confirmed that Kylian Mbappe and Antonio Rudiger would serve a suspended one-game ban for breaching the organization’s “basic rules of decent conduct” during their exuberant celebrations. The suspension will be in effect for a probationary period of one year, meaning any further violations during that time could result … Read more
Despite the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) halting the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, constituents from Kogi Central have vowed not to back down. They argued that INEC’s validation of 208,132 signatures—43.86% of the registered voters—was sufficient proof that the district has lost confidence in her. Natasha’s camp hails INEC In a statement signed … Read more
Nigerian activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju has stated that President Bola Tinubu will fund the Obidient movement in 2027. He also claimed that Tinubu will encourage former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi to ignore the proposed coalition and run solo again in 2027. Adeyanju insisted that President Tinubu would not allow the coalition being … Read more
Popular Anambra native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, also known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, has appeared before the State High Court in Awka, Anambra State capital, on Friday. He arrived at the court at 10:56 am, alongside two others, accompanied by operatives of the Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba. Nwangwu, who appeared before Justice Jude Obiora, … Read more
Sokoto state, Nigeria – There is palpable tension in Sokoto state following rumours of protest over the recent killings of 16 hunters in Uromi, Edo state of Nigeria, by local hunters in the state. Reports making the rounds on Friday, April 4, disclosed that most business areas occupied by non-indigenes, especially the Igbos in Sokoto … Read more
Governor Charles Soludo has received clearance to contest in the April 5 governorship primaries of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State. Soludo, who is seeking a second term in office, had earlier obtained both the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms of the party and underwent the screening process conducted by the … Read more
With less than 24 hours to the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary in Anambra State, a governorship aspirant has announced his withdrawal. Naija News reports that this was disclosed in a statement on Friday evening by the National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Morka. The APC spokesperson revealed that Chukwuma Umeoji informed the … Read more
The immediate past Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, Mr Mele Kyari on Friday officially handed over the baton of leadership to his successor, Mr Bayo Ojulari. His hand over as the GCEO marks the end of an illustrious career at the NNPC, which started in 1991. In a brief … Read more
One of the detained workers of former First Lady, Patience Jonathan, has claimed that her husband, Jonathan, is aware of their prolonged detention over a missing piece of jewellery but refused to intervene. A report claimed that Patience has kept 15 of her domestic staff locked up in Bayelsa State’s Okaka Correctional Centre since 2019 … Read more
Nollywood actress, Regina Chukwu, has recounted a robbery experience at a hotel during a movie production. Naija News reports that the movie star made this known in a video recently shared on her YouTube channel. Regina explained she was not supposed to spend the night at the movie location, but her colleague, Akin Lewis and … Read more
A planned rally in support of President Bola Tinubu and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, scheduled for April 12 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, is expected to proceed as planned despite a court order purportedly halting the gathering. POLITICS NIGERIA reports that on Friday, the organisers of the event vowed to go ahead with it. Speaking at … Read more
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has praised Kevin De Bruyne as “one of the greatest Premier League players ever” as he laments over the pending exit of the midfielder. Recall that Kevin De Bruyne announced that he will be leaving the reigning Premier League side at the end of the current season. The 33-year-old Belgian … Read more
The sacked Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Mele Kyari, has handed over the company’s reins to his successor, Bayo Ojulari. Naija News reports that the NNPC Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, disclosed in a statement that the handover took place briefly at the NNPC Towers on Friday … Read more
Hoodlums suspected of being oil thieves have vandalized the Ogboinbiri/Obiobi 24-inch Gas Pipeline located between Angiama and Angiamagbene in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The Ogboinbiri/OB-OB gas pipeline, which was once operated by Nigerian Agip Oil Company, is now under the management of Oando PLC. In response to the incident, the … Read more