State Governor, Douye Diri, on Wednesday, explained that his decision to appoint Dr Peter Akpe as the new deputy governor was guided by considerations of continuity, competence, character, commitment and the fear of God. He added that the choice followed careful consultation and adherence to consti…
The Arochukwu Traditional Council of Abia State has said the participation of Eze Eberechukwu Oji in the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers’ Council does not amount to subordination or make the Aro throne inferior to any regional traditional authority. The clarification was contained in a statemen…
The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Osun State chapter, has described the enrolment of its members in the Osun Health Insurance Scheme by Governor Ademola Adeleke as a lifesaver. According to the union, the enrolment had reduced the death rate among pensioners and eased their financial burden, especia…
Organised labour in the federal public service has issued a Friday deadline to the Federal Government, demanding the immediate release of funds to settle three months’ outstanding wage awards and other pending allowances owed to workers across Ministries, Departments and Agencies. The leadership of…
The Inter-Party Advisory Council, opposition parties, and a member of the House of Representatives, Peter Uzokwe, on Wednesday demanded an Inspector General of Police-led investigation into Tuesday’s shooting incident in Edo State, as the African Democratic Congress and the All Progressives Congres…
The wife of the Lagos State Governor, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has urged young boys in the state to steer clear of cybercrime and uphold positive values, emphasising the importance of discipline, integrity, and the responsible use of social media in securing a brighter future. She noted that the increasi…
Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front line Intensified drone attacks on the new front line of Sudan's civil war have led to mass civilian casualties in recent weeks and are increasingly shaping the course of the conflict. The epicentre of the fighting has shifted to the so…
