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The Rivers State Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas has ordered the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA to refund the State the sum of N300 Million which the State paid the association as hosting rights. Ibas was responding to NBA’s change of location for its 2025 annual conference. NBA had initially selected Rivers State for its 2025 annual conference, for which the suspended governor, Sim Fubara paid the sum of N300 Million as hosting rights. However, upon the declaration of a State of Emergency, and subsequent appointment of Ibas as Sole Administrator, NBA said it was no longer holding the conference in Rivers State,…
Popular journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, the daughter of the late governor of Oyo state, Omololu Olunloyo has continued to share videos in reactions to her later father’s death. The media personality in an emotional laden voice while she was in tears claimed that her father destroyed her life while helping his children he had allegedly had outside wedlock. In the recording, she alleged that her late father blocked all avenues for her to strive while helping the alleged children he had outside. Kemi Olunloyo alleged that she and her siblings wanted to be politicians and also work at different government parastatals,…
Former MEND leader, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, widely known as Tompolo, has expressed confidence that suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara will reclaim his position. Speaking publicly for the first time in nearly a month since a state of emergency was declared in Rivers State, Tompolo made these remarks during his 54th birthday celebration at the Aziza Temple in Gbaramatu Kingdom on Saturday. Amid accusations of betrayal, Tompolo reaffirmed his loyalty to the Ijaw nation. He addressed the criticism, saying, “People say I betrayed the Ijaw nation for not speaking about the removal of Governor Fubara. But I cannot betray the Ijaw…
The House of Representatives has released names of a 19-man adhoc committee to oversight Rivers State for the period of the emergency rule declared by President Bola Tinubu. In a press release signed by Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., the Spokesman of the House, and dated Sunday April 13, 2025, the following members have been nominated. The release also announced that inauguration of this Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, 2025. “In line with Section 5 of the State of Emergency (Rivers State) Proclamation, 2025, and pursuant to Section 11(4) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the…
As the 2027 presidential race gains momentum, political activities are intensifying across Nigeria. Aspiring candidates are actively lobbying influential godfathers and political allies to strengthen their campaigns and secure strategic support. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stirred speculation by meeting with ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. These discussions have sparked rumors of potential alliances and strategies being crafted behind closed doors, adding intrigue to the political landscape. Meanwhile, General Ibrahim Babangida has publicly endorsed Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election, praising his resilience and leadership. Babangida highlighted Tinubu’s ability to navigate challenges and adapt to the evolving political arena, positioning him as…
Former Super Eagles and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, has backed the Nigerian Football team to defy the odds and seal a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The three-time African champions started their new era under Eric Chelle with a win against Rwanda in Kigali, with the hopes of continuing their good form at home against Zimbabwe, but a late equalizer has seen their hopes of playing in the 2026 World Cup dwindle. The Super Eagles are currently 4th in their qualifiers group, six points behind South Africa, who are primed to qualify for their first…
The 14th Convocation Ceremony of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) was indeed a remarkable event. It celebrated the academic achievements of 17,420 graduands, including 51 inmates from correctional centers across Nigeria. Among the graduates, 1,417 earned First Class degrees, and 40 were awarded Ph.D. degrees3. Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot This milestone highlights NOUN’s commitment to providing accessible education and fostering excellence. What an inspiring story of resilience and achievement.
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, has issued a stern warning to tertiary institutions that failed to inform students of loan disbursements made on their behalf. Sawyerr gave the warning on Thursday while addressing journalists in Abuja.Sawyerr said recent findings by the Fund revealed that some institutions, after receiving student loan disbursements directly into their accounts, have continued to demand payment of institutional fees from the same students. This act of withholding critical financial information from students is not only unethical but a direct violation of the principles upon which NELFUND was established,” he…
In a move aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement and inclusive governance, Senator Eteng Williams, representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, has appointed Liaison Officers for each of the six Local Government Areas in the district. According to a statement from the Senator’s media office, the appointments reflect his commitment to bringing representation closer to the people and fostering direct access to his office. The appointed Liaison Officers are: Hon. Ojie Jacob Etta – Boki LGA – 0806 514 6570 Hon. Hossana Isong – Abi LGA – 0806 463 6656 Ikoi Eteng (Ben Bruce) – Yakurr LGA – 0813 096 9953…
On April 4, 2025, the United States District Court in Manhattan dropped a legal bombshell on Nigerian Afrobeat superstar David ‘Davido’ Adeleke, giving him just 21 days to face the music over a copyright lawsuit. The case, steeped in accusations of intellectual property theft, saw four Nigerian artistes—Martins Chukwuka Emmanuel, Abel Great Umaru, Kelvin Ayodele Campbell, and David Ovhioghena Umaru—haul Davido before the court, alleging he nicked their 2022 song “Work” to produce his 2024 banger Strawberry on Ice. The plaintiffs didn’t stop at Davido; they roped in Sierra Leonean singer Emmerson Amidu Bockarie, who featured on the track, as…