NNPC says no explosion at Warri refinery

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has debunked reports of an explosion at the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC). The Company, in a statement signed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, said operations at WRPC was halted to carry out repairs for efficient service delivery. He added that routine maintenance is … [Read more…]

Medical Doctor Bags Seven Years Imprisonment for N127m Fraud in Calabar

A Federal High Court, sitting in Calabar, Cross River State, presided over by Justice Rosemary Oghogho-rie has convicted and sentenced Dr. Geraldine Orok Ita to prison for fraud. Ita was prosecuted by the Uyo Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, on a twelve-count charge, bordering on forgery and diversion of fund to the tune of N127,686,594,l.87 (One Hundred and Twenty-seven  … [Read more…]

Nat’l Secretary Feud: Anyanwu fights back, accuses PDP govs of plan to form new political parties

Embattled National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Sam Anyanwu, has accused party governors and the Board of Trustees (BoT) of orchestrating efforts to remove him due to his close relationship with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. In an exclusive interview with Saturday Tribune, Anyanwu claimed that the … [Read more…]

Kalu appeals to Tinubu for Nnamdi Kanu’s release

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to temper justice with mercy and give freedom to the leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu from detention. Hon. Kalu made the passionate appeal while addressing the press after the inaugural meeting of the … [Read more…]

Tinubu Announces Leadership Overhaul at Federal Universities

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced significant leadership changes at several federal universities, including the University of Abuja, now known as Yakubu Gowon University. These changes are effective immediately. At Yakubu Gowon University, President Tinubu dissolved the entire governing council and relieved Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi of her duties as Vice-Chancellor. Senator Lanre Tejuoso, currently … [Read more…]

NUT declares indefinite strike in Ebonyi

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Ebonyi State chapter, has declared an indefinite strike in seven of the 13 Local Government Areas of the state over unpaid salaries. The seven local governments are Edda, Ebonyi, Ezza South, Ezza North, Ishielu, Ivo, and Ohaukwu. The union said the affected local governments have failed to pay its … [Read more…]

House of Reps Constitution Review Committee Proposes Creation of 31 More States

The House of Representatives Committee on the review of the 1999 Constitution has proposed the creation of 31 additional states in the country. Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu who presided over plenary on Thursday read a letter from the committee containing the proposed states. If approved, this will increase the number … [Read more…]

Senate approves sack of Sokoto, Abia, Adamawa RECs

The Senate on Wednesday approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to terminate the appointments of the Resident Electoral Commissioners in charge of Sokoto, Abia, and Adamawa States. The affected RECs include: Dr. Nura Ali (Sokoto); Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari (Adamawa State and Prof.Ikemefuna Chijioke Uzochukwu (Abia) The resolution of the Senate followed its consideration and … [Read more…]

Tinubu Increases 2025 Budget To ₦54.2tn

President Bola Tinubu has raised the proposed 2025 budget from ₦49.7 trillion to ₦54.2 trillion, citing additional revenues generated by key government agencies. The President conveyed the budget adjustment in separate letters sent to both the Senate and the House of Representatives, which were read during plenary today by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. According … [Read more…]

Tinubu Departs for France Ahead of AU Summit in Addis Ababa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Wednesday for Paris, France, on a private visit en route to Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, has stated. In Addis Ababa, President Tinubu will join African leaders at the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council and … [Read more…]

GEANCO Foundation Holds ARTBurst Summit in Enugu

GEANCO Foundation Holds ARTBurst Summit in Enugu

The city of Enugu became a vibrant canvas of creativity and inspiration as ARTBurst, a Creative Arts Summit organized by GEANCO Foundation, brought together young, talented girls who are beneficiaries of the David Oyelowo Leadership Scholarship for Girls Program. Designed to nurture artistic talents, ignite imagination, and build confidence, the summit which was held from … [Read more…]