Politics

2026 Budget Twist as MDAs Add N3.5tn in New Projects

Despite a directive by the Federal Government placing a freeze on the introduction of new capital projects, several Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) have reportedly inserted about N3.5 trillion worth of fresh projects into the proposed 2026 national budget. Findings show that the newly introduced projects cut across key sectors such as road construction and

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Rivers Assembly Denies Wike’s Influence in Fubara Impeachment Process

The Rivers State House of Assembly has dismissed claims that the ongoing impeachment process against Governor Siminalayi Fubara is being influenced by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Speaking in an interview, the Assembly’s spokesperson, Enemi George, insisted that the lawmakers are acting strictly in line with constitutional provisions and not at

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Politics

Ijaw Groups Call for De-escalation of Political Tension Between Wike and Governor Fubara

Ijaw groups have called for the immediate de-escalation of political hostility by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, towards Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. At a joint briefing, the Eastern Zone of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) and the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) expressed concern over what they described as the increasing

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APC Rejects Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara, Deputy

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has rejected the impeachment proceedings initiated by the State House of Assembly against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. In a statement, the party described the impeachment move as untenable, warning that it could further destabilize governance in the state. The APC’s spokesperson in Rivers State, Darlington

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Politics

Fresh Impeachment Notice Deepens Political Tension in Rivers State

A fresh political crisis is looming in Rivers State following another impeachment notice issued by the Rivers State House of Assembly against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. Thursday’s notice marks the third impeachment move against Governor Fubara. Previous attempts were made on Monday, October 30, 2023, and Monday, March 17, 2025,

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Ikwerre LGA Chairman Vows Zero Tolerance for Land Grabbing

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government, Charles Wobodo, has reiterated his administration’s zero-tolerance policy on land grabbing in the council area. Wobodo made the statement when members of the Okwe family from Omukenke–Omuike community in Aluu brought suspected land grabbers to the Ikwerre Local Government Council Secretariat. He assured residents that the local government would

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Politics

Ijaw National Congress Condemns Verbal Attacks on Rivers State Governor

The Ijaw National Congress (INC), Eastern Zone, has criticized recent verbal attacks targeting the person and office of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. The Chairman of INC, Eastern Zone, Abel Peterside, specifically condemned comments by Victor Giadom and Senator George Sekibo, describing them as provocative and unbecoming. Peterside emphasized that the office of the governor

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Rivers Liberation Movement Demands Arrest of Suspects Over Attack on Convener

The Rivers Liberation Movement has called on the Nigeria Police Force to arrest and prosecute those responsible for the attack on its Convener, Dr. Leloonu Nwibubasa, which occurred during a live television interview in Port Harcourt. Addressing journalists in Port Harcourt, the Director-General of the Rivers Liberation Movement, Randolph Iwo-Brown, said it was not enough

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Foreign Politics

Burkina Faso Says Plot to Kill Military Leader Traoré Foiled

Burkina Faso has announced that security forces have thwarted an alleged plot to assassinate the country’s military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The country’s Security Minister disclosed this in a late-night broadcast, stating that the plan was sophisticated and had been carefully coordinated. According to the minister, the alleged plot was masterminded by Lieutenant Colonel Paul

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Politics

PDP to Meet Peter Obi, Atiku in Move to Rebuild Opposition — Ogidi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Emmanuel Ogidi, has said the party will hold talks with former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and other top political figures as part of efforts to rebuild Nigeria’s main opposition platform. Ogidi, who is the Chairman of the PDP in the

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