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There was a heated exchange between Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, senator representing Ebonyi North, and former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, during a senate hearing on Tuesday. The clash occurred at the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions hearing on a fresh petition submitted by Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Ezekwesili was present at the hearing alongside Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, counsel to Akpoti-Uduaghan, and the chief petitioner from Kogi Central, Zubairu Yakubu. Trouble started when the petitioner urged the Chairman of the Committee, Neda Imasuen, to step down in the case following the ‘controversial’ manner in which he had so far handled the alleged…
Music fans are wondering if there is something underway between American singer, Craig David and Queen of Afrobeat, Tiwa Savage following a recent comment the American singer made about Tiwa. In a recent interview on the Capital Xtra podcast, David revealed his long-standing fandom for Tiwa Savage, whom he described as “amazing”. “I have been a big fan of Tiwa for years. When it comes to Afrobeats, she has been holding it down for so long. She is not just consistent; she is also an amazing vocalist,” he said. This is not the first time Craig is publicly praising Tiwa. With…
The recently reinstated National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party and ally of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has held a peace talk for the sake of the party’s unity, stating that the internal crisis within the PDP has been resolved. Anyanwu’s call comes in the wake of last week’s declaration of a coalition by the 2023 presidential candidates, including Atiku Abubakar of the PDP, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Anyanwu, who claimed to be unaware of the coalition led by…
The newly inaugurated Rivers State Sole Administrator, His Excellency, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd) CFR has appointed Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the new Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG). Professor Worika’s distinguished career spans academia, international legal practice, and high-level policy advisory roles, making him uniquely qualified to support the Administrator in the onerous task of achieving Mr President’s mandate. Prof. Worike His appointment takes immediate effect.
The NDDC has announced the opening of applications for its 2025/2026 foreign postgraduate scholarship program. Qualifications: Must be an origin of the any of the nine Niger Delta mandate states; Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers. Must have a first degree in a recognized university in the following fields; Agricultural Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geosciences, Information Technology, Medical Sciences, Law, Architecture. Must not be above 40 years of age. Deadline: The deadline for submission of applications is April 21, 2025, 4 weeks from the date of the first publication of this advert on March…
Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, representing the Southern Senatorial District of Cross River State, has distributed essential food items to his constituents as a gesture of goodwill and fellowship during the festive season. In collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs & Poverty Alleviation, Sen. Ekpenyong’s efforts aim to provide much-needed relief to families and individuals facing food challenges. “We remain committed to addressing the immediate needs of our people and ensuring no one is left behind. By providing these food items, we hope to alleviate hunger and support households during these challenging times,” Sen. Ekpenyong stated.
Okonjo iweala the first African woman to lead the World Trade Organization (WTO) seeks for reappointment at the WTO .The group chair’s announcement on Saturday, stated that no further nominations for the position had been received. Okonjo-Iweala, who took over in March 2021, has hinged her leadership on breathing new life into the sclerotic organisation.Although she had broad support, her first mandate was initially blocked by Trump who favoured a South Korean candidate, a move that was reversed when US President Joe Biden took office.
Obaseki condemns some actions as lawless in Edo state as the All progressive congress (APC) sets to inaugurate Okpebholo on Tuesday,12 November ,without consulting the state government. Obaseki made the remark in Benin during the inauguration of caretaker committee for the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. He stated that the government was supposed to be in charge of overseeing the inauguration programme In obseki words he stated that they were doing an inauguration and as the governor he wasn’t aware ,it was more like they were starting a brand new state and government.
Burkina faso’s military regime wants to reinstate the death penalty in the country ,after it was abolished in 2018 ,a government source revealed on Saturday. Reintroducing capital punishment to the penal code “is being considered. It’s up to the government to discuss it, then make the proposal to the Transitional Legislative Assembly (ALT) for adoption,” the source said, adding that the date had not been chosen.
A former PDP Senatorial aspirant in Cross River State who was also the Chief Security Officer, CSO to former Governor Liyel Imoke, Mr Dodeye Arikpo has formally defected to the All Progressive Congress, APC, today, August 15, 2024. The event which took place in his ward, Ikpakapit in Ugep, Yakurr LGA, was witnessed by a mammoth crowd of supporters and well wishers, who hailed his move. It will be recalled that Mr. Dodeye Arikpo recently resigned his membership of the PDP, citing personal reasons. Among those who witnessed the occasion were the APC Ikpakapit Ward Chairman, Pastor Ujong Onen Okoi and the…