The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that it will begin the distribution of sensitive materials for the upcoming election on Thursday, as part of its preparations for the poll. The state Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs Oluwatoyin Babalola, made this statement on Wednesday during an inspection of the materials at the Akure office of the …
Gov. Okpebholo dissolves board, sacks political appointees
The Edo State Government on Wednesday approved the dissolution of the executive boards, agencies, and parastatals in the state’s public service, with immediate effect. This was contained in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Fred Itua. Itua said that the governor had ordered all affected appointees to hand over all government …
FG names ICT block after Tinubu’s late mum
The Federal Government has commemorated Abibat Mogaji, the late mother of President Bola Tinubu, by naming the ICT block at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD) after her, News360 Nigeria reports. At the unveiling ceremony in Abuja on Tuesday, Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, praised Mogaji as a resilient matriarch …
Davido finally reconciles with Eniola Badmus
Afrobeats singer Davido has finally reconciled with Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus. The reconciliation came two years after they fell out. The duo reconciled at celebrity Pastor Tobi Adeboyega’s birthday in the UK. In a now-trending video on social media, the actress was spotted at the party having a chat with Davido. Badmus also shared the …
Gunmen reportedly attack army checkpoint in Abia
Gunmen have reportedly attacked a military checkpoint in Abia State. Sahara Reporters reports that the attack, according to a source, occurred on Wednesday morning at Umuopara, Ekenobizi area of Umuahia South Local Government Area of the state. “Some gunmen this morning attacked a military checkpoint at Umuopara, Ekenobizi area of Umuahia South Local Government Council, …
Immigration raises alarm over high number of irregular migration in Nigeria
The Edo State Controller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Martins Moye, has raised the alarm over the increasing number of irregular migrants entering Nigeria. Moye raised the alarm at the 2024 Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, enlightenment campaign against irregular migration in Benin, Edo State capital. He underscored the need for public awareness to curb irregular …
Gov. Alex Oti declares free education in Abia State
Abia State government has announced free and compulsory education for all children in the state irrespective of their state of origin. The free education, which will commence by January 2025, will run from primary one to Junior Secondary School three in all public schools. The Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this while briefing …
Trump to pick Senator Marco Rubio as US Secretary of State
US President-elect, Donald Trump is expected to tap Florida Senator, Marco Rubio as his nominee to become America’s next top diplomat, according to reports, a selection likely to set a tough tone on relations with China from the outset. The New York Times cited three sources familiar with Trump’s thinking who expressed confidence that the …
Why I won Ballon d’Or ahead of Vinicius Jr – Rodri
Manchester City midfielder, Rodri, has said he won the 2024 Ballon d’Or because of his consistency. The Spaniard was named winner ahead of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior, who was widely expected to take the prize home. In an interview with COPE, Rodri claimed consistency is the most difficult thing in football. He said: “I won …