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Commissioners resign in rivers state, full details emerge.  The eight commissioners served under the Nyesom Wike government. In a surprising development, a wave of resignations has swept through the cabinet of Rivers State Governor,…
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Eight Commissioners Resign from Rivers State Cabinet Amid Silence from Former Governor Nyesom Wike The immediate-past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has maintained silence following the recent resignation of eight commissioners…
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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has dismissed the proposal made by Ohaneze Ndigbo's President, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanu, labeling it as "baseless and misguided." This rejection was communicated through a press release issued by…
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ECOWAS Parliament Demands Release of Detained Niger President Bazoum for Sanctions Review The Speaker of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament, Dr Sidie Mohamed Tunis, has underscored that the release of…
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Supreme Court Reverses Acquittal, Orders Resumption of Nnamdi Kanu's Treason Trial. In a significant turn of events, the Supreme Court has overturned the Court of Appeal's decision to discharge and acquit Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the…
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Popular Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has found himself embroiled in controversy as a real estate company accused him of falsely claiming credit for the sale of a property that was actually facilitated by the said company. Edochie, along…
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Armed operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have descended upon the Supreme Court, fortifying its premises in anticipation of the much-awaited judgment in the case of Nnamdi Kanu, the influential leader of the Indigenous…
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President Tinubu has unveiled ambitious plans to position Nigeria as a hub for export and import activities, emphasizing the critical role of integrating complex data to interpret international trade patterns. During the 2023…
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In response to recent reports suggesting that Senate President Godswill Akpabio collapsed during the Colloquium held as part of his 61st birthday celebration, his special adviser on media and publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, has vehemently denied…
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Former Anambra Governor, Chukwuemeka Ezeife, Passed Away at 84 years. Cause of his death has Emerged.  In a somber turn of events, the former governor of Anambra state, Chukwuemeka Ezeife, has breathed his last at the age of…
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The Supreme Court is to rule on the future of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). This verdict will determined whether Nnamdi Kanu would regain his freedom or remain in custody, marking a pivotal…
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Peter Obi Attributes Nigeria's Backwardness to Leadership Failure Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party's presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, recently highlighted Nigeria's backwardness, attributing it to…
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Wike vs Fubara: Three Crucial Reasons the Rivers Governor Faces Removal Threat The political turmoil in Rivers State has taken a critical turn, with Governor Siminalayi Fubara facing potential removal from office amid…
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Top News Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers – December 15, 2023 1. NLC Warns Against Fuel Price Hike The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) issued a stern warning to the Federal Government, cautioning against heeding the World…
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Rivers State is facing heightened political turmoil as four commissioners have resigned from Governor Siminalayi Fubara's cabinet within a span of 24 hours. The latest departures include the Commissioner for Social Welfare and…
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The reconciliation attempts led by President Bola Tinubu to mend the strained relations between Rivers State Governor Simi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike have crumbled, according to statements from the All Progressives Congress (APC).…
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Chief Emeka Woke, the Rivers State Commissioner for Special Projects, has submitted his resignation, adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing political discord in the state. Emeka Woke departure closely follows that of Attorney…
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In a significant development, Professor Zacchaeus Adangor has tendered his resignation from the positions of Rivers state's Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice. The resignation, dated December 14, 2023, was addressed to Governor…
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Jarvis Johnson, a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives, has urged the Nigerian Supreme Court to order the unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Kanu has been in…
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Jumia Bids Farewell to Food Delivery Service in Strategic Shift Jumia Technologies, a prominent e-commerce platform, recently revealed its decision to discontinue its food delivery arm, Jumia Food, by the end of December. The company…
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