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INEC holds meeting over recall of Kogi senator

INEC discusses Kogi senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's recall amid legal and constituent challenges, with the senator denying any apology to the Senate

Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest Ubaechu in Imo State

KEY POINTS Reverend Father John Ubaechu was kidnapped while traveling to a priests' retreat,...

Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibas Releases Withheld Local Government Allocations

KEY POINTS Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas has released withheld local government allocations,...

Rivers State administrator vows to restore order, reject violence

Ibas pledges to restore law and order in Rivers State, rejecting violence and committing to protect civil liberties during his tenure as administrator

Amaechi Condemns Suspension of Rivers Governor as Unconstitutional

Amaechi condemns the suspension of Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, warning of a constitutional violation and calling for action against the power grab.

Ibas Ekwe: All You Need to Know About Rivers’ New State Administrator

KEY POINTS Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, a retired Chief of Naval Staff, has been...

Bode George Condemns State of Emergency in Rivers

The state of emergency in Rivers State under President Tinubu receives fierce condemnation from Bode George who labels it unconstitutional while accusing the president of evolution into a civilian dictator.

Tinubu Appoints Admiral Ibas as Rivers State Administrator

President Tinubu announced Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the Administrator of Rivers State through his emergency order to manage political distress in the region.

Rivers Assembly Accuses Fubara of Playing to the Gallery

Rivers Assembly rejected the accusations that they blocked Governor Siminalayi Fubara from delivering the 2025 budget while maintaining his account of performing staged appearances for the public.

Odili: Fubara Stops Wike from Turning Rivers into Private Estate

Rivers State former Governor, Peter Odili, commended Governor Fubara for resisting the political aggression of Wike, to free Rivers people from further unhappiness and years of the administration of confusion and allowing them to enjoy steady governance and happiness.

Amid Crisis, Jonathan Predicts Political Success For Rivers Governor Fubara

Fubara’s leadership is endorsed by Jonathan and he emphasizes getting past political adversity.

Governor Fubara Urges Traditional Rulers to Combat Oil Theft

Governor Fubara calls on traditional rulers to combat oil theft and pipeline vandalism, emphasizing community responsibility for economic stability and development.

Rivers Caretaker Chairmen Take Oaths, Face Locked Council Offices

Newly appointed caretaker committee chairmen in Rivers State, Nigeria, face a unique challenge: locked council offices guarded by police. Despite this hurdle, the chairmen have begun working from temporary locations and outlined development plans. The situation creates uncertainty regarding access to resources and potential disruption to local services.

Court Orders Suspension of Pro-Wike Speaker and Legislators in Rivers Drama

The Rivers State High Court has issued a directive for the suspension of Martin...

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INEC holds meeting over recall of Kogi senator

INEC discusses Kogi senator Akpoti-Uduaghan's recall amid legal and constituent challenges, with the senator denying any apology to the Senate

Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest Ubaechu in Imo State

KEY POINTS Reverend Father John Ubaechu was kidnapped while traveling to a priests' retreat,...

Diaspora NIN enrollments surge by 307.88%

Nigerian diaspora NIN enrollments surged by 307.88%, as the government boosts efforts to digitally capture citizens worldwide in a central database

12 Inmates Escape Kogi Prison Facility, Five Recaptured

KEY POINTS 12 inmates escaped Koton Karfe prison through compromised cell locks, marking the facility’s...