As part of moves aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in the public service sector, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okphebholo, has approved the immediate dissolution of Local Government Service Commission. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua said the development “is part of Governor Okpebholo’s ongoing reforms designed to …
Polygamy best marriage for Africa, monogamy not working – Okey Bakassi
Nigerian comedian and actor, Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has claimed that polygamy is the best form of marriage for Africa. According to him, monogamy isn’t working. Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Bakassi claimed many are pretending to be happy in monogamous marriages. He said, “Forget all the lip services that …
Two dead, others injured in Aba Catholic Church stampede
A devastating stampede occurred at the Christ the King Catholic Church (CKC) in Aba on Sunday, November 25th, resulting in the tragic loss of two women’s lives and leaving several others injured, ABN TV reports. The incident happened after the procession of Christ the King when a large crowd gathered at the venue. Security personnel …
Presidency speaks on privatizing Port Harcourt, Kaduna, other refineries
President Bola Tinubu’s spokesman, Sunday Dare, has disclosed plans to completely privatise Nigeria’s oil refineries. Dare, who is Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, disclosed this in a reforms tracker posted on his X handle. The tracker highlights the key milestones achieved by Tinubu’s administration in the oil sector. He said the production …
Soldiers reportedly clash with unknown gunmen in Abia community
Personnel of the Nigerian Army’s 14 Brigade, Ohafia, and unidentified gunmen in Mbata, Umuchima village, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, Abia State are reportedly engaged in a fierce gun battle. The Nations reports that over 15 Hilux vehicles and armored personnel carriers arrived at Umuchima village around 6a.m, targeting suspected gunmen. The gunmen were reportedly camped …
Donald Trump and Elon Musk watch space X launch from Texas
SpaceX successfully launched its massive Starship rocket from Boca Chica, Texas, on Tuesday, a milestone in advancing space exploration. However, the mission faced a hiccup as the Super Heavy booster failed to land as planned. The event drew significant attention, with US President-elect Donald Trump present, reflecting his growing ties with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. …
Nigerian senate snubs late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s burial
The Senate leadership, under Godswill Akpabio, appears to have snubbed the family of the late senator representing Anambra South Senatorial District, Ifeanyi Ubah, as top sources confirmed the alleged abnormalities from the Upper Chamber to the deceased’s family. The Senate leadership failed to set up a committee to liase with the family or the national …
Gunmen abduct journalist’s three family members in Kogi, demand for ransom
Gunmen have abducted three family members of former Daily Trust Editor, Ahmed Ajobe, in Kogi State. The victims, including a male and two females, one of whom is Mr. Ajobe’s immediate younger sister, Halimatu-Sadiya Tahir, were abducted on Thursday, November 22, while returning from a nearby community market in Awo, Ankpa Local Government Area of …
Court remands 109 alleged foreign hackers in prison custody
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, November 22, ordered the remand of 109 alleged foreign hackers accused of attempting to defraud Nigerians. The defendants, identified as citizens of China, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Thailand, Brazil, Malaysia, and Myanmar, are facing a six-count charge filed by the Cybercrime Unit of the Nigeria Police Force. …
CAF Confederation Cup: Enyimba off to Egypt for Al Masry clash
Enyimba have departed the country for their CAF Confederation Cup opening Group D fixture against Al Masry of Egypt. The People’s Elephant left the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo aboard a United Airlines flight for Abuja on Saturday morning. The contingent will then connect a direct flight to Cairo from Abuja. The players and their …