I didn’t lobby to be Bayelsa Deputy gov – Pastor Peter Akpe
Bayelsa State’s new Deputy Governor, Pastor Peter Akpe, has said he did not lobby for the position following the death of his predecessor. He made the statement during a reception held at the Government House in Yenagoa. Akpe stressed that his appointment was not driven by personal ambition but by divine purpose. He said throughout […]
Police Recover Kano Deputy Governor’s Stolen Hilux, Arrest Driver
The police in Kano State have successfully recovered a Toyota Hilux belonging to the state’s Deputy Governor after it was reported stolen. According to the authorities, the recovery was made during an intelligence-led operation. The officers also arrested the driver who was allegedly involved in the disappearance of the vehicle. Security officials explained that investigations […]
Taraba deputy governor returns after long absence
The Deputy Governor of Taraba State, Aminu Alkali, has returned to Jalingo, the state capital, after being away for several months. Alkali had not been seen in office for the past eight months, sparking rumours that he was dealing with an undisclosed health issue. After this long absence, he is now back to resume his […]
Bago inaugurates state boundary committee, appoints deputy governor as chairman
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has taken a big step to solve long-standing land disputes in the state. He has formed a State Boundary Committee to look into and settle boundary issues across all 25 local government areas. The new committee will be led by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba. The announcement was […]
Plateau former deputy governor, Sonni Tyoden is dead
Professor Sonni Tyoden, who recently served as the Deputy Governor of Plateau State, has passed away. The news of his death was confirmed by Simon Lalong, the former governor of Plateau State, on Sunday in Jos, the state’s capital. Lalong visited Tyoden’s home to express his sympathy and support to the grieving family. He described […]
Taraba govt opens up on whereabouts of Deputy Gov, Aminu Alkali
The Taraba State Government has explained why Deputy Governor Aminu Alkali has been absent since November 2024. His long absence had raised concerns among residents. According to the State Commissioner for Information and Reorientation, Zainab Usman, Alkali has been receiving medical treatment after suffering a stroke. The illness affected his ability to speak, but he […]
I have not resigned from office – Rivers Deputy Gov, Prof Odu
Prof. Ngozi Odu, the Deputy Governor of Rivers State, has denied reports claiming she has resigned from office. She described the rumors, which spread mainly on Facebook, as false and misleading. In a statement released in Port Harcourt, her media aide, Owupele Benebo, dismissed the claims as fake news. He assured the public that Prof. […]
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa Meets Philip Shaibu for Official Handover
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, a significant political transition took place in Edo State as former Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu met with his successor, Dennis Idahosa, at the Edo State Government House. The meeting marked the formal handover of duties between the two leaders. Philip Shaibu, who had a public fallout with former Governor Godwin […]
Abia Lawmaker Arrested for Election Interference, Not Kidnapped – Deputy Governor Clarifies
Reports about the alleged kidnapping of Kalu Mba Nwoke, a member of the Abia State House of Assembly, have been denied by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Mr. Chukwudi Eke Mba. Instead, Eke Mba clarified that Nwoke was arrested, not kidnapped, for his involvement in election interference on Saturday. […]
Court Adjourns Philip Shaibu’s Contempt Charge Against Omobayo
The ongoing legal battle between Philip Shaibu, the reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo, and Godwins Omobayo has taken a new turn. The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the contempt case against Omobayo, with the new hearing date set for November 4. This decision comes amid claims that Omobayo has failed to comply with […]