Rivers APC rejects moves to impeach Gov Fubara
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected moves within the State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, describing the development as “untenable” and warning against destabilizing the state government.
Buratai slams N1bn defamation suit against Ali-Keffi over terrorism allegations
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (retd.), has dragged a fellow retired senior military officer, Maj. Gen. Danjuma Hamisu Ali-Keffi (retd.), before the Kaduna State High Court, seeking N1 billion in damages over alleged defamatory statements bordering on terrorism. The suit, filed on January 8, 2026, at the […]
IOCs urged to comply with PIA in communities
By Jimitota Onoyume International oil companies, IOCs, operating in the Niger Delta region have been urged to fully implement the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA, in their various host communities. The Technical Assistant to Senator Sunday Benson Agadaga, the Senate Committee Chairman on Oil, Mineral and Gas host communities, Mr Ikiba-ye-Emine Tiyeinabeso, in a statement said […]
ADC inaugurates Constitution Review Committee to deepen internal democracy
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) inaugurated its Constitutional Review Committee as part of efforts to deepen internal democracy on Thursday in Abuja.
Some food preservatives linked to higher cancer, diabetes risk
Eating some common food preservatives is linked to a slightly higher risk of eventually developing cancer and diabetes, according to two large French studies published Thursday.
Obanikoro calls for stronger State, Federal parastatal synergy
Former House of Representatives member and Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Parastatals Monitoring, Hon. Ibrahim Babajide Obanikoro, on Wednesday spearheaded the maiden Lagos State and Federal Parastatals Summit, calling for enhanced efficiency, accountability and strategic collaboration across government institutions. Obanikoro made the call while delivering the welcome address at the summit themed […]
Politicians jostle for power while 141 million Nigerians sink into poverty — Obi
Citing data from the World Bank, Obi noted that the number of Nigerians living in poverty rose from 81 million in 2019 to about 139 million in 2025.
My AFCON 2025 Observatory: Training grounds, where tournaments are quietly won
“A wonderful centre to cook a winning team,” he enthused. He was right.
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles’ bonuses released, no more delays – FG
The minister’s clarification followed media reports that players threatened to boycott training and declined travel to Marrakech for Saturday’s quarter-final match against Algeria.
Fusengbuwa ruling house fixes Monday to fill Awujale vacant stool
The suspension was announced at a meeting between the state government, the ruling house, and the Awujale Interregnum Administration Committee held in Abeokuta.
100 people died in US attack, says Venezuela’s interior minister
Caracas have not previously given a number for those killed, but the army posted a list of 23 names of its dead.
