Politics

Dickson Urges NDC Candidates to Remain Calm Over Court Ruling

The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Seriake Dickson, has urged the party’s candidates to remain calm following a court ruling setting aside an order for the party’s registration, insisting there is no cause for alarm. Dickson said the party was taking the necessary legal steps to address the court decision and expressed

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Health Politics

Resident Doctors Extend Ultimatum, Threaten Nationwide Strike

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an industrial dispute with the Federal Government, extending by four weeks the deadline for the implementation of its outstanding demands. The decision was reached during the association’s Extraordinary National Executive Council (E-NEC) meeting held virtually on Saturday to review developments following the expiration of its earlier

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Politics

Ihunwo Denies Land Grabbing Allegations

The immediate past Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Chijioke Ihunwo, has dismissed allegations of land grabbing contained in a petition filed against him by his successor, Dr Gift Worlu. Speaking through his lawyer, Obidinma Obidinma, Ihunwo insisted he had no case to answer, maintaining that he lawfully acquired the disputed property from the rightful

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Technology General

FCCPC Denies Approving 48 New Digital Loan Apps

By Paul Chimodo The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has dismissed as false reports claiming it approved 48 additional digital loan applications, raising the number of licensed digital lenders in Nigeria to 505. In a statement, the commission described the publication as misleading and said it did not reflect its actions or official

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Community Environment

Traditional Ruler Urges Faster Clearance at Collapsed Building Site

The Chairman of the Amadiama Council of Chiefs, Oliver Olunwa, has called on the Rivers State Government to accelerate debris removal at the site of the collapsed five-storey building on Odili Road, Port Harcourt. Olunwa said the slow pace of the operation had reduced the chances of rescuing anyone who might still be trapped beneath

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Environment General

Residents Decry Slow Debris Clearance at Collapsed Five-Storey Building

Residents living near the site of the collapsed five-storey building on Odili Road in Port Harcourt have expressed concern over the slow pace of debris clearance, five days after the incident. Residents of Number 82 Odili Road, which shares a boundary with the collapsed structure, said they have been unable to return to their homes

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Environment General Health

Residents Raise Alarm Over Health Concerns Linked to Suspected Gas Leak in Bille Kingdom

Residents of Bille Kingdom in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State have raised fresh concerns over what they describe as a worsening health crisis linked to a suspected gas leak that has affected the community for more than eight months. The residents said three people have died within the past week, while cases of

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Sports

Kroos Urges Germany to Tighten Defence Ahead of Paraguay Clash

Former Germany midfielder Toni Kroos has called on the national team to improve defensively ahead of its Round of 32 clash against Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Kroos warned that defensive mistakes could prove costly in the knockout stage, where every error is likely to be punished by opponents. He noted that while

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Sports

Thomas-Asante Disappointed Despite Ghana’s World Cup Progress

Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has expressed disappointment following the Black Stars’ 2-1 defeat to Croatia in their final group-stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Thomas-Asante admitted the loss was difficult to accept but stressed that qualification for the knockout stage remained the team’s primary objective. The striker said the players have quickly shifted

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Sports

Queiroz Expects Difficult Colombia Test for Ghana

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has admitted his side faces a difficult challenge against Colombia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz described Colombia as one of the tournament’s strongest teams but expressed confidence that the Black Stars possess the quality to compete and progress. The Portuguese tactician said Ghana

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