LP crisis: I’m still National Chairman, there’s no controversy – Abure
John Alechenu ABUJA: The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Barr. Julius Abure, has insisted that the recent judgement of the Supreme Court on the party’s leadership tussle neither removed him from office nor did it declare his seat vacant. Abure who spoke through the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, said this at […]
We brought him to national politics — Sowunmi explains why PDP needs Peter Obi
Segun Sowunmi, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has intensified his call on Peter Obi to rejoin the crisis-ridden party.
More Nigerians will become poor by 2027- World Bank
The World Bank has projected that poverty in Nigeria will increase by 3.6 percentage points over the next five years, rising through 2027.
Gunmen kill man, kidnap wife 13 days after wedding in Nasarawa
The assailants invaded the home of the newly-wedded couple at about 11 p.m. They shot the man and abducted the wife
Rivers Sole Administrator Ibas shuns Reps panel
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State,Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has again failed to appear before the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State Oversight, despite being invited for an interactive session.
Wike summons area council chairmen, NUT over teachers’ strike
The meeting was to find lasting solutions to the lingering primary school teachers’ strike over unresolved welfare concerns.
Dolvy Destine’s PaleAnpilShow Is giving Haitian diaspora a new digital archive of cultural expression
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – In the vibrant and often overlooked world of Haitian media, Dolvy Destine is carving out a legacy that speaks directly to the heart of the Haitian people—both on the island and abroad. As the founder and host of PaleAnpilShow, Destine has built a platform that preserves, celebrates, and amplifies the cultural identity […]
How Lagos DPO defied court order, detained 2 mechanics, threatened to flog car owner
‘It took three more court sittings and a formal order from the magistrate before the car was finally released. Even then, the DPO hurled insults at me and threatened to flog me’
Doctor recounts Pope’s last moment
The doctor said that the pope was unresponsive after being stricken by illness early on Monday morning; he died without suffering at home.
Yabatech student shot dead after exams
Eyewitnesses said the victim, who remains unidentified, was approached by a group of young men who shot him twice at close range before fleeing the scene.
Police launch manhunt as gunmen abduct man in Anambra
By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA – The police in Anambra state have launched a manhunt against gunmen suspected to be ransom kidnappers who allegedly abducted one Hyginus Arinze Nnanyelugo and his vehicle since July 11, 2024. The abductors had at about 8.30 p.m. on the fateful day, near his residence at Onoja Oboli Street, Opposite Modebe […]
Kogi residents groan as telecoms, govt fight dirty over revenue
…Water, light scarcity grounds state capital By Boluwaji Obahopo, Lokoja. Residents of Kogi state have in the past two weeks persistently experienced acute network failure owing to revenue battle between the state government and telecommunication service providers over alleged revenue leakages. The revenue war has grounded businesses and paralysed socio-economic activities in the State. Many […]
Lawyers demand NBA’s audited account in relation to 2025 annual conference
A group of lawyers under the aegis of the Public Interest Lawyers League (PILL) has called for the publication of a full and audited account of all funds received in relation to the Nigeria Bar Association’s 2025 Annual General Conference.
Uber, Bolt drivers in Rivers threaten strike over excessive commission charges
The AUATON Chairman also announced that a rally would be held on May 1 to mark International Workers’ Day at the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) Secretariat in Port Harcourt.
Imo Federal Roads: Ohanaeze Youths lambast Uzodimma’s critics
By Chinonso Alozie Owerri – An Igbo group, under the name Ohanaeze Youth Council, OYC, on Thursday lambasted those they described as “desperate selfish politicians” in Imo state over their attacks on Governor Hope Uzodimma, for constructing the Federal roads linking Imo and other South East region states. OYC leader, Igboayaka .O. Igboayaka, spoke to […]
Oborevwori’s exit sad, unfortunate, PDP Laments
THE National leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has described as very sad and unfortunate that Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, and several prominent leaders including former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa dumped the party for the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.
