Category: Politics

By Tracy Ohovwore A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Ambassador Frankie Ehimuan Aire, has called on social media influencer Mr. Albert Obazee to desist from publishing materials capable of provoking negative sentiments against the Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo. Aire, who said he has been monitoring Obazee’s activities,…

The people of Ekpetiama Kingdom in Bayelsa State has explained why a case was instituted against Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), the Minister of Petroleum Resources, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF). A landmark legal action had been instituted by His Royal Majesty, King Bubaraye Dakolo,…

The United Nations (UN) agencies in Nigeria have hammered on the need for adequate investment in the development of Micro, Small and Medium sized Enterprises (MSMEs) to advance economic growth in the country. The agencies disclosed this during the commemoration ceremony of the 2025 MSMEs Day on Monday in Abuja. The event was jointly organised…

The Nigerian Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the Democratic Republic of Control (DRC), particularly in areas of mutual interest such as trade, security, and sustainable development. The Nigeria’s government also congratulated DRC on the occasion of its Independence Anniversary. A statement on Monday signed by the spokesperson of the Ministry…

By Israel Adebiyi The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, CFR, has called on Nigerian governors to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by promoting peace and unity across the country, regardless of political, religious, or ethnic differences. Oba Ewuare II made the appeal on Saturday, June…

By Israel Adebiyi Governors and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South South region have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The endorsement was announced during the APC stakeholders’ interactive session held in Benin City, Edo State, on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The event brought together prominent…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned indigenous electric vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles in Nasarawa State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s transition to sustainable transportation. The event also featured the launch of several legacy infrastructure projects, highlighting the commitment of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s administration to innovation and environmental sustainability. The commissioning signifies the formal…

By Tracy Ohovwore The Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has partnered with the Edo State Youth Parliament to support the girl child in achieving her full potential through an initiative themed, “From Fear to Fierce; Empowering the Girl Child.” The collaboration was highlighted during the Parliament’s engagement with the Ministry at its premises…

By Tracy Ohovwore The Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) has commenced the second round of the National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDs), which began on June 28, 2025, and is scheduled to end on July 3, 2025. The agency announced that this round of the polio vaccination campaign targets children aged 0 to 5…

By Prince Woke The Elele Police Division of the Rivers State Police Command has arrested one Godspower, a member of a vigilante group known as OSPAC, along with his girlfriend and her son, for allegedly beating a man, Confidence Ikechi, to death. The deceased, a father of two, was said to have had a quarrel…