The PDP Rebirth Mandate, has condemned in its entirety the arson and attacks on innocent Nigerians by members of the Ibrahim El-Zakzaky-led Islamic Movement in Nigeria, IMN. The group was reacting to the Monday’s attack by the Shiite militants on emergency point of the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA and innocent citizens leading to deaths. Reacting to the incident, PDP Rebirth Mandate frowned at the attack, while warning members of the opposition party against sponsoring or participating in the protest by the violent group. Charles Ukaha, President of the group,…
Read MoreNo Plan To Increase Fuel Pump Price, Senate Insists
…Gives media outfit ultimatum to retract publication against the upper legislative chamber …Reveals PPRA yet remit over N160bn to FERMA for road maintainance The Senate on Sunday debunked the news making the rounds over an alleged proposed plan to increase the pump price of petroleum from N145 to N150, saying such has not been discussed on the floor of the Senate and urged Nigerians to disregard the news. Speaking on the report which has attracted reactions and wide condemnation from various stakeholders, at his residence in Abuja, the Chairman Senate…
Read MoreNSUK Geology, Mining Alumni Strengthen Ties With Department Through Donations, Future Plans
The alumni of the Geology and Mining Department, Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the department through donations and strategic initiatives. During a visit to the university on Monday, January 13, 2025, the alumni delegation donated 20 compasses to the department and unveiled plans to bridge skill gaps among students. While receiving the delegation, the head of the geology and mining department, NSUK,Dr. Aisha Kana expressed gratitude for the donation, emphasising its significance. “This donation is invaluable to us and these items will go a…
Read MoreGovernor Okpebholo Is A Blessing To Edo State
Senator Monday Okpebholo, the Executive Governor of Edo State has shown that he is a blessing to the State with his policy, appointments, flagging off roads construction in the three Senatorial districts and his love for the people of the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo has started working and fulfilling his five (5) points agenda that he promised the good people of the state since he took oath of office. In security, he has shown total commitment because he promised the people of Edo State that he will provide security and…
Read MoreOkpebholo: Confounding Doubters, Redefining Leadership In Edo By Fred Itua
As I set out to pen this piece on this serene Sunday afternoon, my mind is drawn to the profound epistle of Apostle Paul to the Corinthians in 1 Corinthians 1:27-29: “But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; and base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are: That…
Read MoreAccolades For Gov Okpebholo, As Residents Celebrate Security Reforms, Safest Yuletide In A Decade
Residents across Edo State have commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for his security reforms, describing the 2024 Yuletide season as the safest in nearly a decade. The accolades came when residents assessed the Governor’s first 60 days in office as contained in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Fred Itua and made available to journalists. The residents highlighted the Governor’s firm stance against cultism and thuggery, which they credited with ending inter-cult wars that had claimed over 100 lives between September and early November 2024. Speaking…
Read MoreNUJ FCT Council Condemns Attack on Journalist At PDP Secretariat
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council Council, has strongly condemned the assault on Mr Ndubuisi Orji, a correspondent for The Sun Newspaper, by one Emmanuel Okoronkwo, a staff member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The union demands an unreserved apology from the party within 48 hours or face the consequences. The incident took place on Monday, January 5, 2025, at the PDP National Secretariat Wadata Plaza Wuse Zone 5 when the journalist was about to enter the press centre located within the secretariat. In a statement signed…
Read MoreYala Council Chair Pledges Support For Youths Devt
The Executive Chairman of Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, Hon Dr Fred Okem, has pledged to provide total support to Youths in the council as his administration progresses rapidly to boost their development. Dr Okem made the pledge during a recent visit by Everistus Ikpa and other members of Ukelle Renaissance to invite the chairman to grace the maiden Ukelle Development Summit. In a chat with correspondents in his country home of Lemma-Ukelle, the chairman reiterated his commitment to; “charting reasonable causes that would jolt the younger…
Read MoreC’River Speaker Ayambem Welcomes Assembly Members, Charges On Unity
By Ebriku John Friday The Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem has welcomed members of the 10th Assembly back from the Christmas and New Year holidays, urging them to work in unity for the betterment and prosperity of the state. Speaking during the first plenary session today in Calabar, the Speaker emphasized the need for legislators to renew their commitment to serving the people and to approach the new year with a collective sense of purpose. This was contained in statement by the…
Read MoreYala LG Boss Dissolves Revenue Agencies
The Chairman of Yala Local Government Area, Cross River State, Hon Dr Fred Okem has dissolved all revenue agencies operating in the Council with effect from 31st December 2024. This was contained in a release on Monday 6th January 2025 by the Chief Press Secretary, Emmanuel Unah. The Chairman also cautioned that anyone who flouts the directive would be handed over to the security agencies for proper action in line with relevant laws. The local government helmsman is expected to reposition the revenue agencies with the aim of boosting internally…
Read MoreC’River APC Chair, Eba Splashes Yuletide Gifts To Constituents
….marks 1 year anniversary of late father’s burial …shares over N5m cash, rice, cows, wrappers, motorcycle, sewing machines Ebriku John Friday In the spirit of the Christmas and New Year celebrations, the Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC), Cross River State, Alphonsus Ogar Eba esq, JP, has splashed gifts worth millons of Naira to constituents to mark one year anniversary of his late father’s burial. Eba said he felt it is important to remember such a great father God gifted him and his family and made him who he is today.…
Read MoreTinubu Support Group Congratulates President Tinubu on THISDAY Man of the Year 2024 Award
Heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on being nominated as Man of the Year by Thisday Newspaper! This well-deserved recognition is a testament to your tireless efforts to drive Nigeria’s growth and development. Your leadership and vision for a brighter future have inspired countless Nigerians. As members of the Tinubu Support Group, we are proud to stand solidly and unflinchingly behind you and celebrate this remarkable achievement. We look forward to your continued success in leading our great nation. President Tinubu’s administration has already begun to implement key…
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