Written by Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa says he will not compel his deputy, Sen Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, to join him in the All Progressives Congress (APC). Diri formally joined the APC on November 3, without his deputy, fuelling speculation that Ewhrudjakpo has been penciled in for impeachment by the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, the majority of … Continue reading “Defection: ‘I won’t force my deputy to join APC’ – Gov Diri”
The Electoral Hub, an Initiative for Research, Innovation, and Advocacy in Development (IRIAD), has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its improvements in all areas during the Anambra governorship election. The Director of the Electoral Hub, Princess Hamman-Obels, stated this in a press release in Abuja on Wednesday, noting that INEC has improved … Continue reading “Anambra Polls: Electoral hub hails INEC’s improved professionalism, transparency”
By John Alechenu, Abuja The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi, has described the controversy over unpaid bonuses owed to Super Eagles players as unfortunate and reflective of Nigeria’s misplaced priorities. In a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday, Obi lamented that while those in … Continue reading “Eagles’ bonuses: Failure results when we fail to treat those who serve with dignity — Peter Obi”
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has presented a N705.794 billion budget proposal for 2026 before the State House of Assembly. Dubbed the “Budget of Economic Transformation,” the proposal was prepared based on the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) as required by the Osun State Fiscal Responsibility Law, 2012. The governor said … Continue reading “Gov Adeleke presents N705.794bn 2026 budget proposal”
By Idowu Bankole The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has dismissed reports in a section of the media suggesting that the Federal Government plans to probe an alleged diversion of the Frontier Exploration Fund, describing such reports as misleading and inaccurate. In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on … Continue reading “No Probe on Frontier Fund, Says Minister Lokpobiri”
By Gabriel Ewepu The Federal Government, on Wednesday, disclosed plans to rehabilitate and construct new dams to boost food production and power generation across the country. This was made known by the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr Joseph Utsev, in a statement signed by his Personal Assistant, Terhemen Oraduen, while on an assessment … Continue reading “FG moves to rehabilitate, construct new dams to boost food, power production”
By Progress Godfrey, Abuja The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has cautioned Nigerians against falling for fake posters circulating online, warning that scammers are impersonating the Commission to mislead the public. In a post on its official X handle (formerly Twitter), on Wednesday, the Commission revealed that the deceptive posters are being spread … Continue reading “FCCPC disowns fraudulent posters linked to Warri Centre for Communities Law”
Nigeria’s health sector is poised for significant improvements as the National Assembly plans increased funding, while the Budget Ministry projects higher revenues and local governments commit to strengthening community healthcare. These developments were highlighted on Wednesday in Abuja during the 2nd Joint Annual Review (JAR) of the health sector, themed “All Hands, One Mission: Bringing … Continue reading “National Assembly plans boost for primary healthcare”
The Federal Republic of Germany, through its Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, has funded a project to equip 18 young Nigerians with specialised skills in the hospitality sector. The project would ensure professional growth and create new opportunities for legal migration. The Consul General of Germany to Nigeria, Mr. Daniel Krull, at the … Continue reading “Germany trains Nigerian youths to promote legal migration”
By Peter Egwuatu The Nigerian equities market staged a sharp rebound on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, as investors responded positively to reassurances from the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, regarding the government’s position on Capital Gains Tax (CGT) in the capital market.The clarification helped restore confidence across … Continue reading “Stock market rebounds on back of fiscal policy assurance”