FULL TEXT: Fubara Responds to Tinubu’s Declaration of Emergency Rule in Rivers
BREAKING NEWS: Governor Fubara writes the people of rivers state . EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF RIVERS STATE My dear Rivers People, I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate moment in our state’s political history. Since assuming office as your Governor, all my actions and decisions have […]
Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Governor Fubara, House of Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the House of Assembly for an initial period of six months. The announcement was made on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, citing prolonged political instability and security concerns in the […]
Court Dismisses NNPCL’s Objection in ₦100bn Dangote Suit
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) objection to a ₦100 billion import license lawsuit filed by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals. Justice Inyang Ekwo ruled that NNPCL failed to submit a counter-affidavit against Dangote Refinery’s claims and instead filed a “procedurally incompetent” preliminary objection. He stated […]
“I Am Being Victimised” – Natasha Speaks on Suspension
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has described her suspension from the Nigerian Senate as an attempt to silence her. “I am being victimised. My suspension is a way to silence me,” she told the BBC on Tuesday. Akpoti-Uduaghan also accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexually harassing her, recounting an incident at his home. “We were at […]
Last Battle of Britain Pilot, John ‘Paddy’ Hemingway, Dies at 105
John “Paddy” Hemingway, the last surviving pilot from the Battle of Britain, has died at the age of 105, the UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF) announced. He “passed away peacefully” on Monday, with the RAF describing his death as “the end of an era.” Hemingway was among “The Few,” the RAF pilots who defended Britain […]
Soludo Confident Ahead of 2025 Anambra Governorship Election
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has expressed confidence in his party’s chances ahead of the November 8, 2025, governorship election, stating that he has not seen any strong opponent. “If there is an election, I mean there will be an election, and if I am a candidate, I will be on the ballot, and then […]
Rivers Assembly Accuses Governor Fubara, Deputy of Misconduct
The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a notice accusing Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, of alleged misconduct. Twenty-six lawmakers signed the notice, citing violations of Section 188 of the Nigerian Constitution. The allegations against Fubara include unconstitutional spending, obstructing legislative activities, and appointing officials without proper confirmation. The Assembly also […]
NIDCOM demands probe into Nigerian Tiktok worker’s death in Kenya
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NIDCOM has demanded a probe into the death of Ms. Ladi Anzaki Olubunmi, a Nigerian and TikTok content moderator, employed by Teleperformance, the social media’s contracting firm in Kenya In a statement signed and released today by Gabriel Odu, of the Media and Public Relations Unit, NIDCOM, CEO, Hon. Abike […]
Mark Carney to Be Sworn in as Canada’s Prime Minister on Friday
Former central banker Mark Carney will officially take office as Canada’s next prime minister on Friday morning, along with his cabinet, the governor general’s office announced on Wednesday. Carney, who was overwhelmingly elected as the new Liberal Party leader on Sunday with 86 percent of the votes, had promised a “seamless and quick” transition after […]
Soludo Applauds Dunamis Crusade, Refunds Venue Fees
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has praised the Dunamis International Gospel Centre for its well-organized crusade at Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, which he described as a “quintessential evangelism” conducted without disrupting public movement. Impressed by the event’s orderliness, Soludo announced a refund of the fees paid for the venue and invited the church, […]
