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Four Months On, Rivers Residents Frustrated Under Emergency Rule

Today marks exactly four months since President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State. The action, taken on March 18, 2025, came in response to reports of widespread pipeline vandalism allegedly carried out by militants. The presidency accused the state government of failing to act, prompting a sweeping political suspension. In a

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White House Confirms Trump Diagnosed with Chronic Vein Condition

The White House has confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with a long-term but non-serious vein condition known as chronic venous insufficiency. The announcement came on Thursday amid public speculation over the 79-year-old leader’s recent physical appearance, particularly a heavily bruised right hand and visibly swollen legs. According to White House Press

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Akpabio Praises Buhari’s Integrity at Special FEC Meeting

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has hailed former President Muhammadu Buhari as a leader who served Nigeria with honour and without mismanaging the nation’s treasury. Speaking at the special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held in Abuja on Thursday in honour of the former president, Akpabio described Buhari as a statesman who “sought duty when others

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Tinubu Renames UNIMAID After Muhammadu Buhari

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially renamed the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) in Borno State after former President Muhammadu Buhari. The announcement was made on Thursday during an expanded Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting was convened in honour of the former Nigerian leader, recognizing his service

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Tonye Princewill Urges Rivers People to Reclaim Politics from Career Politicians

Frontline politician and former governorship candidate, Tonye Princewill, has called on the people of Rivers State to take a more active role in the political affairs of their communities, declaring that “politics is too important to be left to the politicians.” While speaking on a TV interview, Princewill expressed deep concern over the current political

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Hope Rises for Peace in MOSOP as Reconciliation Committee is Inaugurated

The lingering leadership crisis within the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) may soon be resolved, following the inauguration of an eleven-member reconciliatory committee tasked with uniting the warring factions. The committee was officially inaugurated by the Chairman of the Supreme Council of Ogoni Traditional Rulers, King Samuel Nnee, who disclosed that

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Presidency Reveals Reasons Behind U.S. Reduction of Visa Validity for Nigerians

The Nigerian Presidency has disclosed the reasons behind the recent decision by the United States government to reduce visa validity for Nigerian applicants from five-year multiple-entry to three-month single-entry visas. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency explained that the decision was

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Saudi Arabia’s King Salman, Crown Prince Mourn Death of Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari

Saudi Arabia’s top leadership has extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Nigeria following the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday in a London hospital. In separate condolence messages sent to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and

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UN Deputy Secretary General Amina Mohammed Pays Tribute to Late President Muhammadu Buhari

The Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, Amina J. Mohammed, has paid glowing tribute to Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in a London hospital after a prolonged illness. In an emotional statement released on Monday, Mohammed eulogised her former boss and recalled the pivotal role he played in shaping

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Over 1,000 Join ADC in Rivers as Chairman Declares Party Structure Not for Sale

The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State, Egbagiri Ode-Lawrence, has announced a significant boost in the party’s membership, revealing that over 1,000 people have registered with the ADC since the formation of the new coalition. Speaking to our reporter, Emelda Ifeme, Ode-Lawrence stated that the new members defected from various political

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