Edo Guber: Obi Calls for Free, Fair Election; Endorses Olumide Akpata
Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to ensure that the upcoming Edo state governorship election is conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. The off-cycle election in Edo is scheduled to take place on September 21. Obi […]
Atiku Calls on Edo Voters to Reject APC and Support PDP’s Ighodalo
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged Edo State residents to vote against the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming governorship election. In a statement titled “The Clear Choice for a Prosperous Edo State,” posted on his X handle on Wednesday, Atiku criticized the APC for neglecting good governance and the needs of ordinary […]
Nigeria’s Petroleum Minister Seeks Canadian Investment in Gas Sector
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, emphasized the need for partnership, innovation, and a commitment to tackling global energy challenges while speaking at a reception in Alberta, Calgary, Canada. He is attending the ongoing Global Energy Show, which serves as a convergence of key leaders and innovators in the energy sector. […]
Gov. Makinde Refuses to Sign Oyo State Presumptive Tax Bill, Citing Economic Hardships
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declined to assent to the recently passed Presumptive Tax Bill, expressing concerns over its potential impact on residents amid current economic struggles. He stated that his priority is to fight poverty, not target the poor, and warned that implementing the bill could worsen the hardships of underprivileged citizens. Governor […]
Police Seize $10 Million in Cannabis During Major Queens Warehouse Bust
A significant cannabis bust occurred in Queens on Tuesday night, with law enforcement seizing $10 million worth of marijuana from a warehouse. The NYC Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the NYPD, executed a search warrant at 88-10 Little Neck Pkwy in the Bellerose area. Authorities have ramped up efforts to target illegal smoke shops, citing […]
Stunning Supermoon Illuminates Skies Worldwide, Coinciding with Rare Partial Lunar Eclipse
A stunning supermoon lit up skies around the world on Tuesday night, coinciding with a rare partial lunar eclipse. The Moon appeared brighter and larger than usual as it reached its closest point to Earth, creating the “supermoon” effect. Alongside the supermoon, a partial lunar eclipse occurred, with about 4% of the Moon’s surface cast […]
Tinubu Appoints Ojukaye Flag Amachree as Director of Energy Security in ONSA
President Bola Tinubu has named Ojukaye Flag Amachree as the new Director of Energy Security within the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). This appointment, which was disclosed by ONSA’s Head of Strategic Communications, Zakari Mijinyawa, signifies the government’s dedication to maintaining a stable, sustainable, and secure energy supply in Nigeria. In the official […]
Gen TY Danjuma Calls on Military to End Banditry and Killings Promptly
Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Gen Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma (retd), has urged Nigeria’s military leadership, headed by the Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), Gen Christopher Musa, to take swift action to end the ongoing banditry and killings across the country. Gen Danjuma made this charge on Tuesday in Abuja during the launch of the […]
PDP Governors Reaffirm Support for Siminalayi Fubara as Leader in Rivers State
Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have reiterated their support for Siminalayi Fubara as the leader of the party in Rivers State, amidst ongoing tension between Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, over party control in the state. The governors had previously declared their backing for Fubara following a meeting […]
Vice-President Kashim Shettima Promises Support for Aviation Sector to Foster Growth
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has assured that the federal government will work towards creating a more favorable environment for Nigerian airline operators. This commitment was made on Tuesday during a meeting with aviation sector stakeholders, including members of the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), at the presidential villa in Abuja. The meeting focused on addressing critical […]
