The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has dismissed as false and misleading a publication by one Linus Anagboso (known as D-Big Pen) which claimed that the South East was neglected in road infrastructure development. This is contained in a statement by Mohammed Ahmed, Director, Press and Public, in the Ministry and made available to … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud Just recently, photos of deep erosion gullies cutting through Auchi began circulating on social media. They are terrifying images. Stark. Stark enough to jar the conscience of any public official in Edo State with an ounce of duty. But, unsurprisingly, they haven’t. Auchi, the northern Edo town, one of the most important … [Read more…]
Nigeria’s Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned of widespread thunderstorms and heavy rains across the country beginning Monday, raising fears of flash floods in several states. The three‑day forecast, released Sunday in Abuja, signals heightened risks as the nation enters a critical phase of the rainy season. The agency predicted morning thunderstorms on Monday in the … [Read more…]
The Lagos State Government has identified 176 illegal estate developments, predominantly located in the Eti-Osa, Ajah, Ibeju-Lekki, and Epe axis of the state, and has given them a 21-day ultimatum to process their layout approvals. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs, Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mukaila … [Read more…]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) has released the timetable for the party’s elective national convention, scheduled for 15 and 16 November. The timetable was signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, on Sunday in Abuja. According to the timetable, the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms will … [Read more…]
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has said he intends to serve only a first term of four years if elected president in 2027, because longevity in office is not a mark of success. In a statement posted on his X handle yesterday, Obi referenced global figures such as Abraham Lincoln, … [Read more…]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finalized plans to commence the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. According to a statement posted on its official X handle on Friday, the exercise will kick off with online pre-registration on August 18, 2025, via the commission’s dedicated … [Read more…]
The All Progressives Congress has released the official timetable and schedule of activities for the 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, outlining key dates and processes that aspirants and party members must adhere to. According to the timetable signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Argungu, and shared on the party’s official X account … [Read more…]
The Benue State House of Assembly has recommended the immediate suspension of the Chairman of the Otukpo Local Government Area of the state, Maxwell Ogiri, for six months over allegations of financial misconduct and abuse of office. This was contained in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Benue State … [Read more…]
The Enugu State Government has made a clarion call to global stakeholders to unite in a common cause against the persistent scourge of human trafficking and modern-day slavery, describing the phenomenon as one of the most inhumane crimes confronting the world today. This advocacy was made on Friday by the State Commissioner for Children, Gender … [Read more…]
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Thursday approved N712 billion for the full rehabilitation, upgrade and modernization of International Terminal One at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. This approval marks the centerpiece of a sweeping N900 billion aviation infrastructure plan across Nigeria. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who made … [Read more…]
As the constitution review process gains momentum, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, on Friday, urged Nigerians to rally behind the Reserved Seats Bill, calling on his colleagues to vote in favour of its passage. Hon. Kalu made the call in Abuja while delivering his remarks at the Australian High … [Read more…]