Peter Obi visits victims of Plateau killings, donates N7.5m
On Sunday, April 13, Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, visited Plateau State to offer his condolences after the recent killings in the Bokkos area. In a statement released on Monday, April 14, Obi shared that he traveled from Abuja to Jos, the state capital, to meet with Governor Caleb Mutfwang and […]
Fubara denies links with militants
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has denied accusations that he is connected to militant groups. He called the claims fake news meant to cause trouble in the state. Fubara’s Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, released a statement saying that some people have been spreading false videos online. These videos claim that there were explosions […]
Bayelsa Govt suspends Ohanaeze Ndigbo re-run election indefinitely
The Bayelsa State Government has stopped the re-run election of the state’s Ohanaeze Ndigbo chapter. Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo announced this decision during a meeting with Igbo leaders and stakeholders in Yenagoa. The election, which took place on February 23, ended without a clear winner. Because of this, a new election was planned for Saturday. […]
Rivers state Political Crisis: ”Give peace a chance” – Bishop advises
Bishop Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha of the Methodist Church Nigeria has raised concerns over the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. The dispute between Governor Sim Fubara and the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, could spread beyond the state and negatively impact Nigeria’s democracy. Reacting to a recent Supreme Court ruling, Bishop Onuoha warned that the crisis […]
Oil exploration: Avoid actions that could lead to repeat of 90s crisis – MOSOP begs Ogoni people
The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) is calling on the Ogoni community to avoid actions that could lead to a repeat of the 1990s crisis. MOSOP’s President, Fegalo Nsuke, urged the people of Ogoni land to maintain peace, despite their dissatisfaction with the current talks on resuming oil exploration in the […]
Shehu Sani mourns late Edwin Clark, describes him as restless voice of reason
Shehu Sani, the former senator representing Kaduna Central, has mourned the passing of Chief Edwin Clark, describing him as a true voice of reason who fought tirelessly for peace, unity, equity, and justice in Nigeria. In a heartfelt tribute shared on his verified Facebook page, Sani said, “Chief Edwin Clark; the nation has lost a […]
Rivers: PANDEF moves to reconcile Fubara, Wike
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Peace and Reconciliation Committee has called for mutual respect and political stability in Rivers State. They emphasized the importance of prioritizing the wishes of the people in resolving political tensions. Rufus George, Chairman of the Rivers Elders Forum, made this statement during a closed-door meeting in Port Harcourt. He […]
Get out of Lagos, if you must remain in Nigeria – Human rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, shares the advice he would have given to his younger self
Human rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, recently shared an important piece of advice he wishes he had given himself when he was younger. Farotimi took to his X account to reveal that he would have told his younger self, “Get out of Lagos, if you must remain in Nigeria.” According to Farotimi, Lagos is […]
BUK land crisis: No land is worth human life – Emir Sanusi
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called for peace and patience in the wake of a violent land dispute in Rimin Zakara, a community in Kano. The clash, involving Bayero University, Kano (BUK), resulted in the tragic loss of lives. During his visit to the area after returning from pilgrimage, Emir Sanusi expressed […]
Avoid Night Meetings That Threaten Rivers, Fubara Tells New CP
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State recently shared important advice with the new Commissioner of Police (CP), Olugbenga Adepoju, during a courtesy visit at the Government House in Port Harcourt. The Governor urged CP Adepoju to focus on the security and welfare of the state’s citizens, avoiding any involvement in secret meetings that could influence […]