2026
Fubara appoints SSG, Chief of Staff
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, has approved the appointment of Dr Dagogo Wokoma as Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Mr Sunny Ewule as his Chief of Staff (CoS). Fubara disclosed this in a press statement issued to newsmen by Mr Onwuka Nzeshi, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, in Port Harcourt, on […]
CBN Board Approved AMCON Takeover of Arik Air, EFCC Tells Court
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday told the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja that the Board of Governors of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) formally approved the takeover of Arik Air Ltd by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) following the airline’s alleged severe financial deterioration. Testifying before Justice […]
UTME 2026: JAMB reveals new plans
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has projected N23.8bn as its internally generated revenue (IGR) for the 2026 fiscal year, representing a N4bn increase from its 2025 estimate. The disclosure was made on Wednesday during the presentation of the agency’s 2026 budget proposal before the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund. A director […]
Opinion: Osun APC, blind but not blind
By Sola Isola Sometimes ago I listened to a clip where a certain Uncle was asked if he can see the physical project of the Governor Ademola Adeleke-led Osun State Government and he said he can not see them. You will think that’s ordinary, until you consider the fact that it is pretty difficult to […]
OSBC Chairman, Oloso Joins Ijesa South Rep Race
• Distributes 2000 Imole Caps in Ilesa Chairman, Board of Directors, Osun State Broadcasting Corporation, Engr. Mayowa Oloso also known as Singapore has declared his intention to contest for the seat of Member Representing Ijesa South Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives in Abuja. Making his declaration in Ilesa on Sunday before the leaders […]
Ghana removes coup leader Kotoka’s name from Accra international airport
The Ghanaian government has renamed the country’s main international gateway in Accra from Kotoka International Airport to its original name, Accra International Airport. In a statement on Tuesday, the country’s transport ministry said the decision was taken to restore the facility to its former and internationally recognised name. “The government has considered it appropriate to […]
President Tinubu sacks IGP Kayode Egbetokun
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly sacked the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, in a major shake-up within the nation’s security leadership. According to a report by Premium Times, sources disclosed that Egbetokun was asked to step down during a meeting with the President at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. He is expected […]
Senate, Reps postpone plenary for 2026 budget defence
The Senate and the House of Representatives have postponed plenary sittings to allow lawmakers focus on the defence and detailed scrutiny of the 2026 Appropriation Bill. The National Assembly is scheduled to resume full plenary on Wednesday, March 5, 2026. The decision follows the presentation of the 2026 budget proposal by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu […]
AGF withdraws charge against Ozekhome over alleged forgery
The Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (OAGF) has withdrawn the criminal case brought against Mike Ozekhome (SAN) by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC). The Director of Public Prosecution of the Federation (DPPF), Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN) told A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Maitama […]
JUST IN: Bayelsa Gets New Deputy Governor
The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Peter Akpe as Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State. Akpe, who until his confirmation served as Chief of Staff at Government House, Yenagoa, was nominated by Governor Douye Diri following the vacancy created by the death of the former deputy governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. A seasoned […]