Federal Gov’t Surmounting Inherited Security challenges — NSA

National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has stated that President Bola Tinubu-led administration remained firm in surmounting inherited security challenges threatening the nation’s unity and future. He emphasised a shift in the national security architecture where veterans remain vital components. Ribadu stated this at the 50th anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) 18 […]

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Insecurity: We’ll secure our forests, enhance surveillance in North-West, Tinubu vows.

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reclaiming ungoverned areas in Nigeria, particularly forests in the North-West. The president vowed to deploy advanced surveillance and technology to combat kidnapping, banditry and terrorism. He made the promise when he addressed Katsina elders and leaders at a state dinner held at the Government House on […]

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Suspect in Delta ‘arms smuggling’ saga not UK soldier, says British High Commission.

The British High Commission has rejected claims that a man arrested in Delta state over alleged illegal arms procurement is a serving member of the UK military. On Monday, a delegation of Niger Delta stakeholders and a coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) petitioned the high commission over an alleged plot to incite unrest in […]

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Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori Dumps PDP for APC.

Delta State Governor Oborevwori has defected from the PDP to the APC, citing long-term development and stakeholder consultations. In a stunning political development, the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made following a high-level, […]

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PDP NATIONAL AFFIRMS RIVERS EXCO LED BY EWO

PDP NATIONAL AFFIRMS RIVERS EXCO LED BY EWO January 16, 2025 Press Statement Rivers State Court Judgment: PDP Accepts Verdict, Affirms Ewor-led Rivers State Exco The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) acknowledges receipt, considered and hereby accepts the judgment of the Rivers State High Court which in Suit No. PHC/2301/CS/2024 […]

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CRIME PREVENTION: IGP ORDERS COMMANDS, FORMATIONS FOR NEW YEAR STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN TOWARDS EFFICIENCY, CRIME REDUCTION.

•Calls for Police Professionalism, Integrity as IGP Meets Strategic Commanders Monday. In a proactive move to bolster public safety and enhance operational efficiency, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has issued a comprehensive directive to all police commands and formations across the country for the implementation of a New Year Strategic […]

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Rivers Assembly Speaker, Oko-Jumbo, Urges INEC to Conduct Bye-Elections for Vacant Seats.

Rivers Assembly Speaker, Oko-Jumbo, Urges INEC to Conduct Bye-Elections for Vacant Seats. Following Removal of Legal Obstacle. Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo, has requested that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) conduct bye-elections to fill the 27 vacant seats left by defected members, citing the removal of the […]

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Maobuye Nangi Obu IYC Sec General rejects his suspension stemming from the Abuloma crisis

IYC SEC.GEN. REJECTS SUSPENSION Maobuye Nangi Obu, the Secretary-General of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) rejected his suspension by some members of the council’s executive committee led by Jonathan Lokpobiri, the world wide President of the IYC. President Lokpobiri’s executive announced the auspension of Obu after blaming him for the bloodshed that marred the IYC […]

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