Kogi PDP rejects N150m campaign signage fees
…Seeks review, stakeholders’ meeting By Boluwaji Obahopo, Lokoja The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kogi State has rejected the campaign signage and promotional materials fees approved by the state government ahead of the October 2026 local government elections and the 2027 general elections. The party described the charges as excessive and capable of restricting political […]
Power Minister calls for swift implementation of Nigeria-China aquatic products protocol
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has called for the swift implementation of the Nigeria-China Aquatic Products Protocol, urging stakeholders to translate the agreement into increased exports, foreign exchange earnings and new opportunities for Nigerian businesses. Tegbe made the call during a courtesy visit and reception following the signing of the […]
Reps demand urgent action over Bille gas seepage, Odidi oil spill
By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives Committee on South-South Development Commission has called for urgent action to address the prolonged gas seepage in Bille Community, Rivers State, and the oil spill affecting Odidi Federated Community in Delta State. Chairman of the committee, Hon. Julius Pondi, made the call on Thursday during a stakeholders’ […]
Community tells Abia govt: We have no more land for development projects
By Ugochukwu Alaribe UMUAHIA — Indigenes of Umuawafor, Umuokereke and Umunwogu villages in Isiala Aro-Ngwa Autonomous Community, Osisioma Ngwa Local Government Area of Abia State, have appealed to the state government to stop further acquisition of their land for development projects. The community made the appeal during a protest against reports that the state government […]
Police rescue stolen newborn in Benue, arrest 11 suspects
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Benue State Police Command has rescued a newborn baby allegedly stolen shortly after delivery at a healthcare facility in Gboko and arrested 11 suspects in connection with the incident. The baby was reportedly recovered from the custody of the alleged principal suspect and subsequently reunited with the mother. The State […]
Unpaid Arrears: TSU ASUU issues 14-day strike notice to Taraba Govt
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Taraba State University (TSU) branch, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Taraba State Government to implement outstanding agreements with the union or face industrial action. The branch Chairman, Dr. Joshua Garba Mbave, disclosed this on Thursday following a resolution of the union’s congress. […]
