PORT HARCOURT — The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has made it clear that he will not obstruct the Rivers State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker Martin Amaewhule, from fulfilling its constitutional responsibilities. Speaking at a civic reception held in his honor at Abalama Town in the […]
Tinubu’s Directive on Rivers Crisis Sparks Division in South-South Region The political crisis in Rivers State has intensified following President Bola Tinubu’s directive to leaders of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF). During a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu instructed PANDEF representatives to advise Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to adhere to […]
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Governor Alex Otti Allocates Funds for Abia State Health Insurance Program Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has approved N1 billion to launch the Abia State Health Insurance Scheme, ensuring improved healthcare access for state workers. The approval followed the decision of the State Executive Council to roll out the scheme officially. In addition to the […]
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The Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, has officially commenced the construction of two bypasses on the Second Niger Bridge, enhancing connectivity between the Asaba-Benin and Enugu-Onitsha expressways. To facilitate this development, the government has allocated 30% mobilization funds to kick-start the project. Additionally, the Federal Government has assured that the reconstruction […]
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The Enugu State Government has initiated the disbursement of gratuities to retired civil servants who exited service from January 2024. This move aligns with Governor Dr. Peter Mbah’s directive to clear outstanding benefits owed to retirees. Verification Process for Gratuity Payment Confirming the commencement of payments, the State Accountant General, Anthony Okenwa, disclosed that retirees […]
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The Labour Party (LP) has officially extended its registration and revalidation process ahead of the highly anticipated Anambra governorship election. This decision was approved by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to allow for broader participation and inclusivity. Labour Party Extends Registration Deadline According to a statement released by the party’s spokesperson, Obiorah Ifoh, the […]
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Youth Group Criticizes Soludo Over Traditional Institutions Handling The Anambra State Government has refuted circulating reports that Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo imposed a ban on public evangelism in the state. In a press release issued to address the misleading claims, the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, clarified that the governor’s recent engagement with an […]
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Coalition Negotiations Intensify as 2027 Elections Approach The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reportedly intensified discussions regarding his return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as strategic talks continue ahead of the 2027 elections. On Thursday, Obi held a private meeting with Bala Mohammed, Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, in […]
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A federal judge in San Francisco has mandated the Trump administration to reinstate thousands of federal employees who were dismissed across multiple government agencies. Federal Judge Declares Mass Firings Unlawful U.S. District Judge William Alsup ruled that the mass layoffs, directed by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and its acting director, Charles Ezell, were […]
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El-Rufai Reveals Alleged Commercialization of Ministerial Positions Under Tinubu’s Administration Former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has disclosed that individuals allegedly paid to secure ministerial positions in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. El-Rufai made this claim during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service, revealing his reasons for leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]
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Port Harcourt – Amidst ongoing political tension in Rivers State, the Supreme Egbesu Assembly (SEA), a traditional Ijaw institution, has issued a stern warning, vowing to “shock” President Bola Tinubu if Governor Siminalayi Fubara is impeached. This comes in response to a controversial statement by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, who […]
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IntroductionThe Nigerian House of Representatives has upheld the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate at 7.5% while rejecting a proposed gradual increase to 15% by 2030, as suggested in the ongoing Tax Reform Bills deliberations. The decision comes as part of a broader review of tax legislation aimed at overhauling Nigeria’s tax framework. Key Developments in […]
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A coalition of Southern Nigerian youth groups, under the banner of the Amalgamated Southern Nigeria Youths Forum, has firmly opposed what they describe as a politically motivated attempt to unseat Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The group denounced the alleged move as a deliberate effort to destabilize Akpabio’s leadership and create unnecessary political tension in the […]
