Politics

ADC MEMBERS PROTEST AT INEC OFFICE IN PORT HARCOURT

Members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State have protested at the INEC office in Port Harcourt, demanding the resignation of the commission’s chairman, Joash Amupitan. The protesters accused the INEC leadership of bias and partisanship, and criticised the commission for allegedly delisting the party from its portal. Party leaders at the protest

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Politics

COURT BARS INEC FROM RECOGNISING DISPUTED ADC LEADERSHIP

A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by a disputed leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Justice Joyce Abdulmalik also barred former Senate President David Mark and other party figures from interfering with the functions of elected state executives.

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Politics

SUPREME COURT TO RULE ON ADC, PDP LEADERSHIP CRISES

The Supreme Court is set to deliver judgment today on the leadership crises rocking the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). While the ADC matter is scheduled for 2:00 pm, the time for the PDP case has not been disclosed. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had earlier de-recognised the David

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Technology Economy General

How CBN’s New Remittance Rule Will Change Dollar Transfers Into Nigeria

By Paul Chimodo The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is preparing to reshape the way diaspora remittances are paid into the country, introducing a policy that will end the payout of foreign currency to recipients. From May 1, 2026, all international money transfers into Nigeria will be disbursed strictly in naira. This means Nigerians receiving

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General

REHABILITATED YOUTHS PLEDGE NEW BEGINNING IN PORT HARCOURT

Ten individuals formerly involved in social vices say they have turned a new leaf following a six-month rehabilitation programme organised by the Youth Rescue International Development Organization. The declaration was made during a joint graduation ceremony of the 27th Jos and 28th Port Harcourt sets in Port Harcourt, where the graduates pledged to abstain from

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Technology General

META TO CUT 8,000 JOBS IN MAY AMID AI PUSH

By Paul Chimodo Tech giant Meta Platforms has announced plans to lay off about 8,000 employees in May as part of a major restructuring effort driven by increased investment in artificial intelligence. The job cuts represent roughly 10 percent of the company’s global workforce and are expected to take effect from May 20. The company

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Technology General

NCC, CBN sign MoU to strengthen fight against financial fraud

By Paul Chimodo The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration between both regulators to combat rising cases of electronic and SIM-related fraud in Nigeria’s digital economy. The agreement, signed at the CBN headquarters in Abuja, is designed to improve

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Sports

Nigeria confirmed for World Relays

Nigeria has been officially cleared to compete in all six relay events at the upcoming World Athletics Relays in Gaborone. The confirmation strengthens Nigeria’s chances of making a strong impact at the competition, with athletes expected to feature in both men’s and women’s categories across sprint and mixed relay events. Team officials say preparations are

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Sports

Otele handed two-match suspension in Germany

Hamburg SV forward Philip Otele has been handed a two-match suspension following his red card in their league clash against Werder Bremen. The German Football Association confirmed the ban after reviewing the incident, rejecting Hamburg’s appeal for leniency. Otele’s dismissal was described as a turning point in the match, which his side eventually struggled to

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Sports

Sadiq ends goal drought in Spain

Nigerian forward Umar Sadiq has finally broken his scoring drought in Spain after netting for Valencia in their 1–1 draw against Mallorca in La Liga. The goal came after seven matches without finding the back of the net, a spell that had raised questions about his form and confidence. Sadiq’s equaliser proved crucial as Valencia

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