Technology General

FG LAUNCHES AI-POWERED WHATSAPP PLATFORM TO BOOST ACCESS TO PUBLIC SERVICES

By Paul Chimodo The Federal Government has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to make access to government information and public services easier for Nigerians through WhatsApp and web channels. The platform, known as GovGuideNigeria, was unveiled by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, as part of efforts to

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Sports

PRENGA WARNS JOSHUA: “I OFFER MORE DANGER THAN JAKE PAUL”

Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga has issued a strong warning to former world champion Anthony Joshua, insisting he poses a greater threat than YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul ahead of their scheduled bout. Prenga said Joshua may be underestimating the challenge in front of him and described himself as a far more dangerous opponent than Paul. Speaking through

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Sports

AKINTOLA GIVEN GREEN LIGHT TO FEATURE IN HULL CITY CHAMPIONSHIP PLAY-OFF FINAL

Hull City winger David Akintola has reportedly received approval to feature in the Championship play-off final against Middlesbrough at Wembley, following confirmation of squad eligibility ahead of the decisive fixture. The Nigerian forward is understood to be available for selection after being cleared to take part in the high-stakes encounter, which will determine promotion to

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Sports

FODEN AND PALMER SET TO MISS OUT ON ENGLAND 2026 WORLD CUP SQUAD

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden and Chelsea playmaker Cole Palmer are reportedly set to miss out on England’s 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, according to multiple British media reports ahead of the official announcement by head coach Thomas Tuchel. The final 26-man list is expected to be unveiled on Friday. Reports indicate that both attacking

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Sports

MANCHESTER UNITED EYE DOUBLE MIDFIELD TRANSFER DEAL

Manchester United are reportedly planning a major midfield reinforcement with moves for Atalanta’s Ederson and Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali ahead of the summer transfer window. Reports suggest the club is confident of securing both deals as part of a long-term squad rebuild. United are also monitoring Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall as a potential defensive option

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Judiciary General

RIVERS HIGH COURT DERECOGNISES OBUMOTOCHIRI KINGDOMA

Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has ruled that Obumotochiri kingdom in Port Harcourt City Local Government Area is not legally recognised. The judgment was delivered by Justice Iheanyi Wodi following a suit challenging the leadership structure of the community body. The court also nullified the installation of Darrick Acheseomie as king of

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General

COURT INVALIDATES INEC TIMELINE FOR 2027 ELECTION PRIMARIES

COURT INVALIDATES INEC TIMELINE FOR 2027 ELECTION PRIMARIESThe Federal High Court in Abuja has struck down the timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for political party primaries and candidate nominations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Delivering judgment, Justice Mohammed Umar held that the timelines imposed by INEC were inconsistent with provisions

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General

LAWYER BLAMES WIKE FOR RIVERS POLITICAL CRISIS

A legal practitioner, Chetam Nwala, has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of contributing to the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. He said the tension in the state is the result of what he described as excessive external influence on local political affairs. Nwala argued that such interference has deepened

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General

GANI TOPBA SAYS FUBARA’S DECISION IS IN STATE INTEREST

The leader of the Conscience of Ogoni People, Gani Topba, has described Governor Fubara’s decision to withdraw from the 2027 governorship race as one taken in the overall interest of Rivers State. Topba said the governor has consistently demonstrated commitment to peace and stability, even when faced with political pressure. He argued that stepping aside

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Politics

REACTIONS TRAIL GOVERNOR FUBARA’S WITHDRAWAL FROM 2027 RACE

Reactions have continued to pour in following Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s decision not to contest the 2027 governorship election. While some residents of Port Harcourt and other parts of Rivers State expressed support for the decision, others criticised it, describing it as unexpected and disappointing. Supporters of the governor said his withdrawal could help reduce the

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