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GROUP HAILS PRESIDENT TINUBU ON APPOINTMENT OF DENNIS OTUARO AS PAP ADMINISTRATOR

A group, the Niger Delta Liberation Force – NDLF Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Zone has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Chief Dennis Otuaro as the new Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Program, saying he is a square peg in a square hole.

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Civil Society Groups Urge Rivers Government to Pass 2026 Budget to Revamp Education Sector

A coalition of civil society groups and community-based organizations has called on the Rivers State Government to urgently present and pass the 2026 state budget to tackle pressing challenges in the education sector. In a statement signed by Secretary General Ayanate West and spokesman Nasigba Peterside, the coalition expressed concern over the deteriorating state of

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Bodo-Bonny: Drivers Praise Government but Raise Checkpoint Concerns

Bus and taxi drivers operating along the newly completed Bodo-Bonny Road have commended the Federal Government for opening the route to traffic, highlighting the economic opportunities it has created. However, the drivers have raised concerns about the numerous checkpoints along the road, alleging that frequent roadblocks set up by security operatives and some community groups

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Former Lagos Councillor Arrested, 40kg of Skunk Seized in NDLEA Raid

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a former two-term councillor in Lagos State and seized multiple consignments of illicit drugs as part of intensified nationwide anti-drug operations. The suspect, 45-year-old Sheleru Sadiq Olalekan, a former councillor of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Council and currently a legislative aide, was apprehended at his

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Politics

Akpabio Congratulates Nigerian Women on International Women’s Day

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated women, particularly Nigerian women, on this year’s International Women’s Day. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President praised Nigerian women for the sacrifices they make for their families and for their role in building society. Akpabio

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Tinubu Praises Nigerian Women, Promises More Opportunities

President Bola Tinubu has commended the contributions of Nigerian women to national development, assuring that his administration will create more opportunities for them to contribute further to the country’s growth. In a message celebrating the resilience and achievements of women, the President said it is the responsibility of government and society to create conditions where

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Rivers Deputy Governor Urges Women to Give Their Best in All Endeavours

The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Ngozi Nma Odu, has urged women in the state to always give their best in every sphere of life. Professor Odu made the call in her goodwill message to mark the 2026 International Women’s Day. She encouraged women to continually strive for the good of society by contributing their

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Give to Gain: Rethinking the True Value of Womanhood in Nigeria

By Paul Chimodo Every year on International Women’s Day, the world pauses to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and invaluable contributions of women to society. It is a day dedicated not only to recognition but also to reflection, reflection on the progress made and the responsibilities that come with empowerment. Across the globe, women have demonstrated

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Politics

Amaechi Says Governance Collapsed in Rivers After 2015, Urges Support for ADC

Former Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Amaechi, has said governance in the state collapsed after he left office in 2015. Amaechi made the remark during an event in Port Harcourt, where he criticised his successor, Nyesom Wike, and the current governor, Siminalayi Fubara, accusing them of failing to understand what governance entails. According to the former

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Sports

Bundesliga Matchday 25 Preview: Bayern Host Gladbach as Dortmund, Leipzig Chase Wins

As the Bundesliga moves into Matchday 25, attention shifts to crucial fixtures that could influence the title race and European qualification spots. League leaders Bayern Munich will host Borussia Mönchengladbach, aiming to maintain their position at the top of the table. The match is expected to be competitive as Gladbach seek an upset against the

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Morocco Coach Regragui Quits Three Months Before 2026 World Cup

Morocco’s head coach, Walid Regragui, has resigned from his position just three months before the national team’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The unexpected resignation has raised concerns among fans and football stakeholders ahead of the global tournament. The Moroccan football federation is now expected to begin the search for a new head

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