FG Committed to Freedom Of Expression, Healthy Opposition – Information Minister By Shalom Oludele   Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed President Tinubu’s commitment to upholding the constitutionally guaranteed rights of all Nigerians by fostering constructive criticism and healthy opposition as essential pillars for reinforcing and deepening the nation’s democratic framework. The minister who stated this …

Host Communities Critical Stakeholders In The Oil Industry: Lokpobiri The Minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has disclosed that Host Community Trust Fund is a crucial component of the Petroleum Industry Act designed to ensure that oil and gas bearing communities benefit from the energy sector. Speaking when he granted audience with a team from the Nigerian …

Rivers State of Emergency: What was Fubara’s offence? … We can’t keep quiet, Bode George tells Tinubu Elder statesman and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Chief Olabode Ibiyinka George, has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as a blatant disregard for constitutional authority. Reacting to the development, Chief George declared, …

We want empowerment not rice in nylon bags – Gov’s son tells Seyi Tinubu Shamsuddeen Bala Mohammed, the son of Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has made an appeal to President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, not to reduce Bauchi youths to beggars on his tour to the state by giving them handouts and rice inside takeaway packs. Shamsuddeen, in …

By Shalom Oludele  Video -Many Feared Dead In Abuja Karu Bridge Explosion. Rescue operation ongoing A gas-laden tanker has exploded between Karu Bridge and Nyanya, along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Road, Abuja, killing no fewer than 5 commuters and destroying several vehicles. The incident occured at the peak of closing hours, when many returning from work would be rushing back home. The …

BREAKING: Many feared Dead As Tanker Explosion Rocks Karu Bridge In Abuja By Shalom Oludele   A gas-laden tanker has exploded between Karu Bridge and Nyanya, along the Abuja-Nyanya-Keffi Road, Abuja, killing no fewer that 50 commuters and destroying several vehicles. The incident occured at the peak of closing hours, when many returning from work would be rushing back home. …

Governor Fubara reassures Rivers people amid political turmoil Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has addressed the people of the state, calling for calm and reaffirming his commitment to governance and constitutional order despite the ongoing political crisis. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Governor Fubara emphasised that his administration remains dedicated to protecting lives and property while ensuring the …

State of Emergency in Rivers: A Reckless move, says Sen. Ojudu Former presidential adviser, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, has raised concerns over reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State. In a strongly worded statement, Ojudu described the decision as reckless and unnecessary, questioning the counsel behind such a move. “If this is true, …

Federal government appoints Admiral Ibokette Ibas to take charge in Rivers State President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) as Administrator in charge of Rivers state in the interest of the good people of Rivers. The President disclosed this in a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday evening. He said: “In the meantime, I hereby nominate Vice Admiral …

Tinubu declares state of emergency in Rivers, suspends Fubara, deputy, house of assembly President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers state. The president made the announcement on Tuesday in a nationwide broadcast over the political crisis and instability in the state. Tinubu said Siminalayi Fubara, governor of the state; his deputy, Ngozi Odu; and all members …