Politics

Tinubu’s reforms beginning to yield results – Daniel

Former Ogun State Governor and Senator representing Ogun East, Gbenga Daniel, has said Nigeria is gradually recovering from its economic challenges under President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at a thanksgiving programme in Ogun State, Daniel stated that though the reforms introduced by the Federal Government were painful, they were necessary to stabilise the economy. He noted

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Politics

Otti says 2027 re-election bid unstoppable

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has declared that his chances of winning a second term in office in 2027 are unstoppable. He made the statement while responding to criticisms from opposition figures, including former governor Orji Kalu. Otti said his administration remains focused on delivering quality governance rather than engaging in political distractions. According to

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Politics

Rivers YPP Rejects Claims of Backing Tinubu, Distances Itself from Fake Spokesperson

The Young Progressive Party (YPP) in Rivers State has denied being part of any political parties supporting the re-election of President Bola Tinubu under the so-called Rainbow Coalition led by the FCT Minister aligned with former Governor Nyesom Wike. In a statement, Rivers State YPP Chairman, Dr. Danagogo Wenike-Briggs, described the claims as “laughable, baseless,

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Politics

Rivers Traditional Rulers Set Up Committee to Mediate Wike-Fubara Political Rift

The Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers has inaugurated a nine-member committee to mediate the ongoing political crisis between former Governor Nyesom Wike and his successor, Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Council Chairman, Eze Chike Amadi Worlu-Wodo, Eze Oha Apara IV of Apara Kingdom, on Wednesday in

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Politics

Impeachment Against Rivers Governor Fubara Hits Snag as Two Lawmakers Withdraw Support

The impeachment attempt against Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara and his Deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, suffered a setback on Wednesday as two more members of the State House of Assembly withdrew their backing for the move. Barile Nwakoh, representing Khana Constituency I, and Emilia Amadi of Obio/Akpor Constituency II, called on their colleagues to halt

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Education Politics

FG Approves ₦140,000 Monthly Salary Top-Up for Professors, Readers — Education Minister

The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has announced the approval of a ₦140,000 monthly salary top-up for lecturers in the professorial cadre, following a landmark agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Speaking on a current affairs programme, the minister said the allowance would apply to full professors and

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Politics

INC, IYC Eastern Zone Disown Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress

The chairmen of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) and the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) in the Eastern Zone have insisted that the Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress lacks the mandate to speak for or represent the interests of the Ijaw people. This position was made known during a joint briefing addressed by the Chairman of INC,

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Politics

Lawmaker Denies Concluding Plans for Buguma Fire Service Training Institute Project

The member representing Asari Toru Constituency I in the Rivers State House of Assembly, Tekenari Wellington, has faulted reports claiming that plans have been concluded to perform the foundation-laying ceremony for the proposed Buguma Fire Service and Safety Training Institute. Wellington clarified that although he had earlier sought and obtained preliminary approval from the Buguma

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Politics

Group Accuses Rivers Lawmakers of Plot to Stall Development, Urges Withdrawal of Impeachment

A pressure group, the Rivers Grassroots Movement (RGM), has accused members of the Rivers State House of Assembly of allegedly collaborating with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to stall development in the state. Addressing journalists in Port Harcourt, the National Leader of the group, Sobomabo Jackrich, described the ongoing impeachment proceedings

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Politics

Rivers Assembly Lawmakers Call for Peace Amid Fresh Impeachment Move Against Governor Fubara

Two members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have called for calm and dialogue following the renewed impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy. The lawmakers are Sylvanus Nwankwo, representing Omuma Constituency and Minority Leader of the House, and Peter Abbey, who represents Degema Constituency. Speaking at a joint press conference, Nwankwo

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