President Tinubu and (FEC), Federal Executive Council announced the dissolution of the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs and the Ministry of Sports Development. This development marks a strategic move to streamline governance and foster a more cohesive administrative approach across regions. The decision, made during a FEC meeting held in Abuja yesterday, signals the administration’s…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its much-anticipated National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally scheduled for Thursday, 24 October 2024, to 28 November 2024. The decision comes as the party intensifies its efforts to strategize and mobilize for the forthcoming Ondo State governorship election, which will take place on 16 November 2024. The postponement…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has once again demonstrated its commitment to tackling financial crimes by securing the conviction of ten fraudsters in various courts across Nigeria. The convicts, who were sentenced to different jail terms, faced charges related to internet fraud, impersonation, and employment fraud. The Gombe Zonal Directorate of the EFCC…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has taken decisive steps to address the ongoing conflict between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and independent oil marketers. The dispute, which revolves around pricing disagreements and product allocation, has caused significant disruptions within Nigeria’s petroleum sector. In an effort to avert further escalation, the DSS, under…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is experiencing a deepening crisis, which has led to a division within its National Working Committee (NWC). The conflict, primarily between Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, and Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, has factionalized the party’s leadership. The dispute worsened after…
In a landmark ruling, the Court of Appeal, Abuja division, on Thursday affirmed Martin Amaewhule as the legitimate Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The judgment came after a three-member panel dismissed an appeal filed by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, questioning Amaewhule’s authority as Speaker. Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s appeal was deemed lacking…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made an appeal for peace and order in Rivers State after the last Local council elections held in Rivers State. Rising political tensions have been reported in the region, sparking concerns about the potential for widespread violence. The President’s call comes as reports emerge of arson and explosions, raising fears…
On Monday, Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele announced a major agricultural initiative spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu, involving the distribution of 1,200 bags of fertilizer to each senator. This effort is aimed at providing direct support to farmers across the senators’ respective districts. Additionally, each member of the House of Representatives will receive 600 bags…
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, on Thursday, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to hold the scheduled local government election on Saturday, October 5, despite significant opposition from allies of his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Governor Fubara made it clear during a stakeholders’ meeting that any attempts to disrupt the election would not be tolerated, stressing that maintaining…
In a major crackdown on cybercrime activities, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 33 suspected internet fraudsters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The operatives of the Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate carried out a sting operation targeting hideouts in the Iwofe and Ogboro areas of the city. The arrests were made based on…
