Ordia, supporters dump PDP for APC
… As Okpebholo hosts major political realignment in Edo BENIN CITY – A major political shift is set to unfold in Edo State today as Senator Clifford Ordia and his…
The Nigerian Observer: A Legacy Restored
The return of The Nigerian Observer to the newsstand today marks more than the revival of a publication; it signals the reawakening of a historic institution deeply woven into the…
A Leader Who Delivers on His Word
In Nigeria’s political landscape, campaign promises are often made with ease but rarely sustained once power is secured. What begins as firm commitments during electioneering frequently fades under the weight…
Edo Assembly gives BEDC 4-month ultimatum to improve power supply
BENIN CITY—The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon. Blessing Agbebaku, has issued a four-month ultimatum to the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) to urgently improve power supply…
Nigeria faces 480,000 data protection personnel gap—NDPC
ABUJA – The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has said that the country faces a significant gap of 480,000 Data Protection Officers (DPOs), in spite of notable progress recorded in…
ADC crisis: Supreme Court to decide David Mark’s fate Tues
ABUJA – The Supreme Court will on Tuesday determine the legal fate of Senator David Mark, embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as it hears his appeal…
Police nab 50 suspects over fake checkpoints, other criminal offence
ABUJA – The Nigeria Police Force said it has arrested 50 suspects over fake checkpoints, criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, banditry, robbery and other criminal offences in three months nationwide. The Force…
No request from ADC to use Eagle Square for convention – Wike
ABUJA – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that the African Democratic Party (ADC) was denied the usage of the Eagle Square…
Ordia’s defection to APC signals political realignment in Edo, sparks debate on opposition future
The defection of former Senator Clifford Ordia to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has stirred fresh political debate in Edo State, with supporters describing it as a strong endorsement…
Oil output falls to 1.51mbpd as NNPC remits N1.804trn amid pipeline disruptions
ABUJA – Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production declined to an average of 1.51 million barrels per day (mbpd) in February 2026, even as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited…