Politics

Gunmen Burn Down ADC Secretariat in Ikwerre, Shoot Sporadically Near Amaechi’s Family Home

Suspected armed thugs have reportedly set the Ubima Ward 8 Secretariat of the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State on fire. The attackers were also said to have fired shots sporadically at the gate of the family residence of former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, without any intervention from

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Politics

Fubara Reaffirms Support for Nigerian Air Force to Tackle Insecurity

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s support for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), saying stronger collaboration will help tackle insecurity, pipeline vandalism, and illegal oil bunkering in the state. Governor Fubara stated this on Thursday while receiving the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, at the Government House in

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Education General

Court Awards ₦10m Damages Against Jephthah College Over NECO Exam Denial

A State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has ruled that Jephthah College acted wrongly by denying one of its students, Emmanuel Chukwuma Uzorna, the opportunity to sit for the National Examination Council (NECO) examination in 2023. Delivering judgment in the case, Justice Beauty Okere awarded ₦10 million in damages against the school. Speaking to

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General Security

Condemnations Trail Killing of Traditional Ruler in Andoni

Condemnations have continued to trail the murder of a traditional ruler in Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State by suspected gunmen. A stakeholder in the area, Dr. Sampson Ngerebara, described the killing as a sacrilege to the people of Andoni and the traditional institution. Ngerebara urged the council chairman to intensify efforts to ensure

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Security General

Analysts, Lawyer Condemn Police Ransacking of Citizens During Stop-and-Search

A security analyst, Charles Inko-Tariah, has criticised the police over what he described as the routine ransacking and public stripping of citizens during stop-and-search operations. He described the practice as an outdated style of policing and called for more professional methods. Inko-Tariah, who spoke with correspondent Ofonime Okon, said there are better ways the police

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Foreign General

Middle East War Forces WHO to Suspend Operations at Dubai Logistics Hub

The United Nations has announced that the ongoing war in the Middle East has forced the World Health Organisation (WHO) to suspend operations at its global emergency logistics hub in Dubai. WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, disclosed that activities at the facility have been put on hold due to the deteriorating security situation in the

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Politics

Senate Panel Summons Former NNPCL GCEO Kyari Over Alleged ₦210trn Unaccounted Funds

The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has summoned a former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, to explain an alleged ₦210 trillion that was not properly accounted for between 2017 and 2023. Also summoned by the committee are a former Chief Financial Officer of the company, Umar

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Politics

Reps Panel Queries Alleged Abandonment of ₦365m National Library Project in Taraba

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has raised concerns over the alleged abandonment of a ₦365 million National Library of Nigeria project in Jalingo, Taraba State. The committee’s action followed a petition submitted by the civic organisation, BudgIT Foundation, alleging that the project had been abandoned despite substantial payments made to the contractor. Chief

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Sports

Dutch Legend Slams Arsenal vs Chelsea Match Quality

A former Dutch football star has criticised the quality of play in the Arsenal versus Chelsea fixture, describing the match as disappointing despite the rivalry between both clubs. The pundit said both teams lacked creativity and missed key scoring opportunities. He urged the managers of both sides to review their tactical approaches to improve entertainment

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Sports

Inter Milan Deny Plans to Sell Esposito

Inter Milan have dismissed reports suggesting that the club is planning to sell forward Gianluca Esposito to Arsenal in the upcoming transfer window. The club’s management stated that Esposito remains part of their long-term sporting project. The Italian side stressed the importance of squad stability as they prepare for a crucial run of fixtures. Officials

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