Community Politics

Firms Launch Embedded Power Project To Reduce Lagos Gensets

Two energy firms have entered into a partnership to deploy embedded power solutions aimed at reducing reliance on generators in Lagos. The agreement focuses on delivering stable electricity supply to commercial and residential areas including Marina, Ikoyi, Lekki Phase One and Victoria Island. Officials involved in the project explained that the initiative would provide round-the-clock

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Politics

Governor Fubara Urges Unity, Sacrifice in Easter Message

Siminalayi Fubara has extended Easter greetings to residents of Rivers State, urging them to embrace sacrifice, reconciliation, and unity during the Christian celebration. In a goodwill message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, the governor encouraged Christians to emulate the life of Jesus Christ, whose sacrifice he said brought forgiveness and reconciliation to humanity. He

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Politics

Senate Declares Three Seats Vacant After Lawmakers’ Deaths

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has declared three senatorial seats vacant following the deaths of serving lawmakers. The affected constituencies include Enugu North Senatorial District, Nasarawa North Senatorial District, and Rivers South-East Senatorial District. Akpabio made the announcement during plenary, explaining that the declaration aligns with constitutional provisions governing legislative vacancies. He noted

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Security Politics

Plateau Government Relaxes Curfew in Jos North

The Plateau State Government has relaxed the 48-hour curfew earlier imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following the violent attack in Angwan Rukuba. Authorities said the decision was taken after security agencies reported a return of relative calm in the affected area. In a statement issued by the administration of Governor Caleb Mutfwang, residents

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Security Politics

Tinubu Meets Security Chiefs Over Plateau Killings

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has confirmed that President Bola Tinubu held a high-level security meeting to review the recent killings in Plateau State. The minister disclosed that the President is closely monitoring developments and has ordered immediate assessment of the security situation. He further revealed that Governor Caleb Mutfwang has

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Politics

Migration Deal with UK Won’t Allow Transfer of Criminals – Interior Minister

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has dismissed claims that the newly signed migration agreement between Nigeria and the United Kingdom would permit the deportation of foreign criminals to Nigeria. He clarified that the deal strictly focuses on structured migration management and does not include provisions for transferring offenders from the UK to Nigeria. The

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Politics

Senator Akpoti‑Uduaghan Demands Action From Defence Minister Over Plateau Killings

Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti‑Uduaghan, has urged Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, to take decisive action following a fresh wave of deadly attacks in Plateau State, saying the country’s security situation can no longer be met with condolences and assurances. The call came after gunmen attacked residents of Angwan Rukuba in Jos North

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Politics

Rights Activist Welcomes FOI Revelations on Rivers Spending

A rights activist, Charles Jaja, has welcomed revelations from a Freedom of Information request filed by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project against the administration of former Rivers State Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, regarding how state resources were spent. In a statement, Jaja urged SERAP not to relent, stressing that the people of Rivers State deserve

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Politics

PDP Elects New National Chairman and Secretary

The Peoples Democratic Party has elected Abdulrahman Mohammed and Samuel Anyanwu as substantive National Chairman and National Secretary. They emerged through consensus alongside 19 other members of the National Working Committee at the party’s 2026 national convention held at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. Prominent party leaders, including Sule Lamido, Bukola

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Politics

REM Raises Concern Over Closed Governance System

National President of the Rivers Emancipation Movement, Zoe Solomon Tamunotonye, has raised concerns over the lack of civic engagement among citizens in the state. He warned that a closed system of governance, combined with a passive population, could encourage impunity and weaken democratic accountability. Tamunotonye challenged the Rivers State House of Assembly to make public

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