Fubara at war with constitution – Rivers Assembly alleges
The lawmakers also alleged plans by Fubara to use officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to intimidate the house members.
Impeachment: Group cautions Rivers CJ against playing into lawmakers’ hands
The group’s intervention comes at a pivotal moment, as the Rivers State House of Assembly, under Speaker Martins Amaewhule, has ramped up its efforts to oust the executive duo.
Nigeria vs Zambia, four other memorable AFCON finals
There have been 32 Africa Cup of Nations finals and AFP Sport selects five of the most memorable ahead of the 2025 title decider between hosts Morocco and Senegal in Rabat on Sunday:
Trump praises ‘gesture of respect’ as Machado presents Nobel medal
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said Thursday she “presented” her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, in a bid to win over the US president who had sidelined her since overthrowing Nicolas Maduro.
Deputy Gov Position: Ijaw group urges Diri to consider Eseduwo
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – An Ijaw group and grassroots-based organisation, POLIVOX, on Friday urged the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, to consider appointing Dr Famous Eseduwo as Deputy Governor. The group made the call in a congratulatory message celebrating Dr Eseduwo on his birthday. The message was signed by the Publicity Officer […]
Dangote gifts N15bn to appreciate cement distributors
Announces expansion of Cement Production capacity to 90 Million Tonnes Dangote Cement Plc has celebrated its top distributors and customers with ¦ 15 billion worth of rewards for their continued loyalty, resilience, and outstanding performance. The 2026 Distributors’ Awards Night, held in Lagos, celebrated the company’s highest-performing partners under the theme “Partner for Growth.” Recipients received […]
Liberty Army UK: How Bishop Kwakpovwe is turning Faith into food, hope, healing
The Liberty Army UK, founded and led by Nigerian prophet, publisher, and trained pharmacist Bishop Chris Kwakpovwe, is fast becoming a lifeline for vulnerable individuals and families across the United Kingdom through faith, compassion, and practical action. At the heart of this success story is the Liberty Army Food Bank, a bold initiative tackling hunger, […]
Church didn’t ignore late Ifeanyi Ubah’s contributions, Nnewi Catholic Diocese insists
The Catholic Diocese of Nnewi has insisted that the contributions of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah to the construction of the recently dedicated Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral in Nnewi were duly acknowledged and not ignored.
Love dispute: Two Nigerians arrested for killing colleague in India
Two Nigerians, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, 34, have been arrested in India following the alleged killing of their friend, Emeka Christian, in Pune’s Pisoli area over a dispute linked to a romantic relationship.
US approves $413m for counter-insurgency operations in Nigeria, West Africa
The United States has approved $413 million for counter-insurgency and security operations in Nigeria and other West African countries in the 2026 fiscal year, following the signing of the National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) into law in December 2025.
Nigeria’s economic growth fragile, needs targeted policies to reduce poverty —World Bank
By Babajide Komolafe The World Bank has warned that Nigeria’s economic growth, though showing signs of recovery, remains fragile and may not translate into improved living standards for millions of citizens unless targeted policies are implemented to reduce poverty. Dr Samer Matta, the World Bank’s Senior Economist for Nigeria, made this assertion at the Nigeria Economic […]
