FRSC Invests Asagba Azinge as Honorary Special Marshal THE Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has conferred the prestigious title of Honorary Special Marshal on the Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, at a colourful ceremony held at Ogwa Ukwu Ahaba in Asaba, Delta State. The investiture, performed by the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, drew top […]
Government Moves Against Infrastructure Sabotage THE Cross River State Government has ordered an immediate suspension of all scrap-related activities across the state following a surge in vandalism and related crimes. The announcement was made in Calabar by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ededem Ani, who said the decision was prompted by growing concerns […]
Relief Reaches Troubled Communities THE National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), through its Uyo Operations Office, has begun distributing relief materials to victims of recent windstorms and communal clashes in Cross River Central Senatorial District. The exercise took place simultaneously in Obubra and Ikom Local Government Areas on Monday, a strategic decision taken in view of […]
Commission Refutes Voter Migration Claims THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has firmly denied allegations that voters were migrated to new polling units during Saturday’s Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a statement signed by Acting Director of Voter Education and Publicity, Wilfred Ifogah, the Commission clarified that no registered voter […]
By AUGUSTINA McSOLOMON-OGHAKPERUO NIGERIA has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting foreign investments in the mining sector, with the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, assuring stakeholders of strong legal safeguards under the Cape Town Convention on International Interests in Mobile Equipment. The minister gave the assurance in Cape Town, South Africa, during the signing […]
State Unveils Highway Control Plan THE Kano State Government has announced plans to construct toll gates along seven major highways leading into the Kano metropolis, in what officials describe as a dual-purpose strategy to strengthen security and reinforce the state’s socio-economic framework. The disclosure was contained in a statement issued by the Ministry of Housing […]
Delta Governor Condoles Elumelu Family GOVERNOR Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has extended heartfelt condolences to the Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Mr. Tony Elumelu, and his wife, Dr. Awele Elumelu, following the passing of their father and father-in-law, Chief Israel Ogbue. Chief Ogbue, a former Chairman of UBA Plc, died at […]
Village Leaders on Notice GOVERNOR Umo Eno has issued a stern warning to village heads in Akwa Ibom State, stating they will be held accountable for any destruction of government property within their domains. Speaking to newsmen at Government House, Uyo, the governor underscored the potential consequences, saying certificates of recognition for village heads would […]
Bandits Impose ₦100 Million “Preaching Tax” on Kebbi Community RESIDENTS of Utouno village in Ngaski Local Government Area of Kebbi State are gripped by anxiety after suspected bandits allegedly demanded a ₦100 million levy from local Islamic preachers before permitting them to continue religious activities in the community. The threat follows a deadly attack attributed […]
Delta Govt Lauds OMO Foundation’s Investment in Education THE Delta State Government has commended the Oritsegbegbemi Maurice Ojo-Ede (OMO) Foundation for expanding access to education through scholarships and tuition grants awarded to outstanding and indigent students across the state. The commendation came during the OMO Foundation Scholarship and Tuition Grant Presentation Ceremony held on 22 […]