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PDP Crisis Deepens as Turaki Emerges Interim Chairman

KEY POINTS Kabiru Turaki has been appointed interim chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party...

Ayeni Remanded in Kuje Over Alleged N8bn Money Laundering Case

KEY POINTS Tunde Ayeni has been remanded in Kuje prison after pleading not guilty...

23 Oil Thieves Arrested, 13 Refinery Sites Dismantled by Army

The Nigerian Army dismantled 16 illegal refineries, arrested 23 oil thieves, and recovered over 67,000 liters of stolen products in the Niger Delta region.

Ijaw Leaders Call for Wike’s Suspension Over Ethnic Remarks

Ijaw leaders call for the suspension of Wike over ethnic remarks, demanding fair representation and justice for their people

Tinubu Urges Rivers Stakeholders to Obey Supreme Court

The president has addressed Rivers State stakeholders by requesting they observe the Supreme Court decision while seeking peace during political tensions that continue to rise.

Nigeria To Earn $320 Million From Carbon Credit Initiative

Nigeria is set to rake in $320m annually from carbon credit initiative.

Niger Delta’s Inclusion in Biafra Agenda: PANDEF, IPOBI Clash

Niger Delta’s inclusion in Biafra is rejected by PANDEF, but the IPOB insists on peaceful advocacy and enrollment by referendum.

Federal Government Defends Renaming of Niger Delta Ministry

The federal government’s decision to rename the Ministry of Niger Delta Development has sparked mixed reactions, with leaders concerned about regional development.

Niger Delta Governors Face Scrutiny Over Misuse of 13% Derivation Funds

Former federal lawmaker Farah Dagogo has accused Niger Delta governors of mismanaging the 13% derivation funds, leaving oil-producing communities in poverty despite the influx of billions of naira.

Nigerian Officials Vow to Crack Down on Oil Theft in Niger Delta

Nigerian officials are working together to tackle oil theft and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta, hoping to boost oil production and strengthen the country's economy.

Elder Statesman Clark Denounces Military Raid on His Residence

Prominent Niger Delta leader Chief Edwin Clark has vehemently denied harboring weapons at his...

Delta Leads the Way in Mangrove Conservation Project

Delta State has partnered with a UK-based company to restore and protect its mangrove...

Tinubu Receives South-South Monarchs, Promises to Address Their Grievances

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu met with a delegation of traditional rulers from the South-South...

Abandoned Oil Wells Spark Environmental Concerns in Niger Delta

Experts raise alarm over health, environmental risks from abandoned oil wells and neglected infrastructure in Nigeria's Niger Delta region.

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PDP Crisis Deepens as Turaki Emerges Interim Chairman

KEY POINTS Kabiru Turaki has been appointed interim chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party...

Ayeni Remanded in Kuje Over Alleged N8bn Money Laundering Case

KEY POINTS Tunde Ayeni has been remanded in Kuje prison after pleading not guilty...

Kano Set to Swear In New Deputy Governor Garo

KEY POINTS Murtala Sule Garo has been confirmed and is set to be sworn...

Ogun Pilgrims Arrive Saudi Arabia as Gateway Airport Records First International Flight

KEY POINTS Gateway International Airport recorded its first international flight, transporting Ogun pilgrims for...