Politics

Criticism Trails Wike’s Face-Off with Naval Officer Over Abuja Land Dispute

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, was on Tuesday prevented from accessing a parcel of land in the Gaduwa District of Abuja by military personnel allegedly deployed by a former Chief of Naval Staff. The former Rivers State governor, visibly displeased, questioned the actions of the officers, stressing that no one is

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Economy General

Rivers Civil Service Job Beneficiaries Protest Delay in Appointment Letters

Some beneficiaries of the 10,000 civil service jobs in Rivers State on Tuesday staged a peaceful protest to the Government House in Port Harcourt over the non-issuance of their appointment and posting letters. Leader of the group, Ajoku Okechukwu, while reading a communiqué, said the beneficiaries had undergone successful screening but were yet to receive

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Politics

Fubara Hints at Contract Review Over Poor Quality of Emohua Road Project

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has hinted that the state government may review the contract for the 14.5-kilometer Ndele/Omofo/Egamini/Agba-Ndele Road project in Emohua Local Government Area due to poor quality and slow progress. Governor Fubara, who made this known on Tuesday during an inspection tour, expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the contractor, Messrs Stream

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Features General Technology

Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2025 Shows Uyo Is Ready for the Future

By Paul Chimodo When participants arrived at the CEEDAPEG Hotel in Uyo for Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2025, it was clear the event was more than a conference. Held from November 3 to 8, 2025, it brought together innovators, students, investors and policymakers to explore opportunities for digital transformation and economic growth. The theme, “Catalyzing

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Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder Rally Past Memphis Grizzlies

The Oklahoma City Thunder staged a remarkable comeback to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 114‑100 after trailing by 19 points in the first half. Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander led the charge with 35 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Lu Dort and Josh Giddey contributed important plays in the closing stages. The Thunder’s comeback demonstrated resilience and

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Sports

FC Barcelona Defender Eric Garcia Injured, Club Gets FIFA Nominations

FC Barcelona defender Eric Garcia has suffered a broken nose and will wear a protective mask in upcoming matches. Despite the injury setback, the club has received eleven FIFA The Best award nominations, including for players Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Raphinha, and coach Hansi Flick. Barcelona also noted they have hit the woodwork 13 times this

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Sports

New York Knicks Extend Perfect Home Record with Big Win Over Nets

The New York Knicks maintained their flawless record at Madison Square Garden, improving to 6‑0 at home following a convincing 134‑98 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Karl‑Anthony Towns led the team with 28 points and 12 rebounds, while Julius Randle contributed 24 points. The Knicks dominated from start to finish, showcasing a strong defensive setup

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Sports

Super Eagles Open Camp in Morocco Ahead of Playoffs

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, have officially opened their training camp in Rabat, Morocco, as they prepare for crucial playoff matches in the international calendar. Key players, including defenders William Troost‑Ekong and Benjamin Fredericks, have joined the squad. The team’s technical staff are focusing on fitness, tactics, and team cohesion to ensure readiness

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Sports

Manchester United Eye Midfield Signings Ahead of January Transfer Window

Manchester United are reportedly looking to strengthen their midfield in the January transfer window, with Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher and Germany international Angelo Stiller of Stuttgart at the top of their wishlist. The Red Devils are also showing interest in Valencia’s 22-year-old midfielder, Javi Guerra, who is being monitored by both Atletico Madrid and AC

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Politics

Senate Passes Deal to End US Government Shutdown

The US Senate has approved a deal aimed at ending the government shutdown, paving the way to end the record-breaking impasse. After a weekend of negotiations in Washington, a minority of Democrats joined Republicans in voting in favor of the agreement. The vote marks a procedural first step toward passing a compromise to fund the

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