By Ogaga Ariemu The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2023 General Election, Atiku Abubakar, has announced the formation of a coalition of opposition political parties to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku, made this known while responding to a question on behalf of the opposition leaders at an ongoing press conference at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja. He said, “Yes, this is the birth of the coalition of opposition ahead of 2027.” This announcement comes amid the chaos in Rivers State. Recall that on Tuesday, President Bola Ahmed…
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By Kenneth Orusi A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Marvis Ossai seeking to unseat Senator Ned Munir Nwoko following his recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a ruling delivered on Wednesday, March 19, the court declared the case incompetent and lacking merit, asserting that it had no jurisdiction to entertain such a claim. The suit, which was rejected outright, sought to nullify Senator Nwoko’s Certificate of Return and declare the Delta North Senatorial seat vacant on account of his switch in political…
Senator Prince Ned Nwoko’s academic journey is a testament to his intellectual rigor and commitment to excellence. His education, spanning Nigeria and the United Kingdom, provided the foundation for his distinguished career in law, governance, and philanthropy. Beyond academics, he has undertaken bold and challenging initiatives that have had a lasting impact on Nigeria and the global stage. Early Education in Nigeria Born on December 21, 1960, into the Nwoko royal family of Idumuje-Ugboko in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria, Prince Ned Nwoko’s early education began in Nigeria. He attended both primary and secondary school in…
In a strategic move to promote local manufacturing and strengthen Nigeria’s economy, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing indigenous production through a one-day workshop held in Asaba, Delta State. The workshop, themed “Home Made Goods: The Future of Nigeria’s Economy,” brought together government officials, industry stakeholders, and business leaders to discuss the importance of prioritizing Nigerian-made products. The event marked a crucial step in the ongoing effort to reduce dependence on imports, stimulate job creation, and enhance economic resilience. Hon. Tomi Akporoghene Wojuola, Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor and…
By Nwabardi Charles Delta State Government has partnered with the European Investment Bank (EIB) – assisted project through the provision of N1 billion counterpart funding to combat erosion menace in ravaging erosion communities in the state. The State Commissioner, Ministry of Environment, Mr. Ejiro Tommy Jamani, stated this when he appeared as guest on NTA TVU pack live outing, at the gully head of the Amachai/Ogbeozoma Erosion Site, Okpanam, today. The Commissioner who was represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. (Mrs.) Minnie Oseji, said the funding was geared towards guaranteeing environmental sustainability in the state. He said Governor Sheriff…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR The State Executive Committee (SEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has dismissed a petition filed by the state chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie, against the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Barr. Felix Morka, describing it as reckless, baseless, and a deliberate attempt to undermine the party’s leadership. In a statement signed by majority members of the SEC, the committee expressed strong disapproval of Sobotie’s actions and called for his immediate suspension from office. The petition, dated March 17, 2025, had accused Morka of gross abuse of office and called for his removal, but…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR The Rivers State Elders Council has expressed deep appreciation to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his decisive measures in restoring peace to the state. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Chief Ferdinand Alabraba (OON, DSSRS), the Council acknowledged President Tinubu’s earlier intervention in the state’s political crisis, noting that his efforts as a visionary leader and father of the nation were initially misinterpreted and ridiculed. “We apologise to Mr President for not seizing that opportunity to put our house in order,” the statement read. The Elders Council further urged the people of…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, ANIPR Asaba, March 18, 2025 – The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to data-driven governance with the commencement of a five-day training workshop for statisticians in the state. The State Commissioner for Economic Planning Mr. Sonny Ekedayen made this assertion at a five-day Training of Enumerators (ToE) on the implementation of state gross domestic products workshop organized by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in collaboration with the ministry of economic planning Asaba. The workshop, which focuses on the implementation of the State Gross Domestic Product (SGDP), was declared open in Asaba by…
…Capt. Dr. Winston Ogoun is Not a Recognized Monarch – Bayelsa Govt …Allegedly Connives to Sell NDDC-Donated Generators Meant for Bilabiri Communities The Bayelsa State Government has disowned Capt. Dr. Winston Ogoun, who claims to be the Pere of Bilabiri Mein Kingdom, declaring that he is not among the state’s officially recognized monarchs. The government has warned individuals, oil companies, and security agencies against dealing with him under any guise. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Chief Thompson Amule, confirmed that Capt. Dr. Winston Ogoun is not a gazetted monarch in Bayelsa State. He warned that any individual…
by Yewande Fasan Crossdresser Abdulazeez Olarewanju aka Bobrisky has claimed to have had intimate relationships with seven Nigerian celebrities in a viral video. The crossdresser, known for his outspoken and flamboyant personality, made the announcement while discussing the betrayals that led to his self-imposed exile. Bobrisky also vowed to expose and name the celebrities in question, labeling them as “fake” individuals in the Nigerian entertainment industry. “The time is coming when I will list seven celebrities I have dated in Nigeria. The time is coming when I will expose fake people in that country”, he said. In the same video,…