Fubara signs N1.1trn Rivers 2025 budget into law
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has signed the state’s 2025 budget into law, with a total value of N1.1 trillion. The governor expressed his gratitude to the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Victor Oko-Jumbo, for their dedication and effective work in passing the budget. Fubara emphasized that the only valid House of […]
Police launch investigation as Catholic priest shoots boy dead in Imo
A Catholic priest in Imo State has been accused of shooting and killing a boy after the boy set off firecrackers (knockouts) within a church premises. The tragic event has been confirmed by the Nigeria Police Force, although the identity of the priest and the boy remains undisclosed. Henry Okoye, the spokesperson for the Imo […]
NNPC Rejected Dangote’s $750m Offer To Manage Nigeria’s Refineries – Obasanjo
In 2007, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) made a controversial decision to reject a $750 million offer from billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote. The offer was for a public-private partnership (PPP) to manage the Port Harcourt and Kaduna refineries, which have long struggled with inefficiency. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo shared this story during an interview […]
Rivers: I’ve Been Using Red Biro For 14 Years – Wike Fires Back At Fubara
In Nigerian politics, symbolism often plays a key role in how leaders express power and authority. Recently, a heated exchange between Minister Nyesom Wike and Governor Sim Fubara brought the metaphor of the “red biro” into the spotlight. At a New Year’s Eve service held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Opobo Town, Governor Sim […]
Wike: 2024 not an easy year, Peter Odili face of Rivers politics – Fubara
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State recently reflected on the challenges of 2024, describing the year as tough but ultimately ending on a positive note. Speaking at the 2025 New Year State Banquet in Port Harcourt, Fubara acknowledged the difficulties faced throughout the year, particularly regarding the ongoing political tensions with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. […]
Italy-based Nigerian businesswoman escapes death by whiskers as ex-husband allegedly sets her house ablaze in Edo
In a shocking incident on New Year’s Day, Tina Uyi, a 54-year-old businesswoman based in Italy, narrowly survived an alleged arson attack in Benin City, Edo State. Her ex-husband, Osaro Ahunwan, 55, reportedly set her house ablaze after she refused to let him inside. The incident occurred at Tina’s home on Iduomwina Street, Isihor community, […]
Kaduna court remands social commentator, Mahadi Shehu, in prison for alleging that FG plans to site french military base in NorthEast
Mahadi Shehu, a popular social commentator from Kaduna, has been sent to prison following his arraignment at the Kaduna Chief Magistrate Court (CMC 1). Shehu faces charges of conspiracy and supporting terrorism after sharing false claims on his social media account. Shehu had alleged on his X account (formerly Twitter) that the Nigerian government was […]
Catholic priest arrested for shooting teenage boy dead over knockout during New Year mass in Imo
A tragic incident occurred at St. Columbus Catholic Church in Amaimo, Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, on January 1, 2025, leaving the community in mourning. During the New Year Mass, a teenage boy was accidentally shot and killed by Rev. Fr. Joseph Enyinnaya. Witnesses claim the priest was attempting to stop a group […]
Nigerians will smile, experience robust economy in 2025 – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s economy will become much stronger in 2025. He reassured Nigerians that better days are ahead, with economic improvements already underway. Speaking in a video shared by Dada Olusegun, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Shettima said the government is working closely with the National […]
Adam and Eve ate nothing, they didn’t eat anything. Were you there? – Nigerian cleric, Apostle Abel Damina asks congregation
Nigerian cleric Apostle Abel Damina has offered a fresh perspective on the story of Adam and Eve, sparking interest and discussion among his congregation. During a recent sermon, the cleric claimed that Adam and Eve did not eat anything in the Garden of Eden. He explained that their failure to eat led to God cursing […]