Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s leadership role in regional peace and security, stating that Liberia’s current stability reflects the sacrifices and long-term commitment of the Nigerian government and armed forces. According to a statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army Public Relations, on 11 February…
An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 operating a domestic flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt was diverted to Benin City on Wednesday after the crew reported hearing a loud noise from one of the aircraft’s engines, the airline said. In a statement, Arik Air said the aircraft, registered 5N-MJF and operating flight W3-740, was descending into…
The Nigerian Army says its troops have overrun a suspected militant camp in central Kogi State, recovering ammunition and grenades in an operation described by military authorities as a significant setback for armed groups operating in the area. In a statement detailing the mission, the Army said soldiers from the 12 Brigade carried out the…
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has backed First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s call for increased United States airstrikes targeting terrorist groups in northern Nigeria, describing her position as “logically sound” and widely supported by Nigerians. Mrs. Tinubu made the remarks during a week-long visit to Washington, D.C., where she granted an interview to…
The Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has expressed its readiness to collaborate with security agencies to promote youth reorientation, good governance, and effective public communication in the state. The commitment was highlighted during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the NIPR Delta State Chapter to the Deputy Commissioner…
Asaba, Nigeria — Authorities in Nigeria’s Delta State have launched a large-scale enforcement operation to remove illegal roadside structures and curb street trading across Asaba, the state capital, in a bid to improve road safety, reduce traffic congestion, and enhance the city’s urban outlook. The exercise is being carried out by the Delta State Capital…
The Director-General of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications, Olorogun (Barr.) Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, has commended the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, describing him as a leading example of effective legislative leadership in Nigeria.Oghenesivbe made the remarks on Tuesday in a congratulatory message following Speaker…
The Director General of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission, Dr. Isaac Akpoveta has launched the monitoring of health facilities participating in the state’s health insurance scheme. His visit took him to the Asaba Specialist Hospital (ASH) in the Delta State capital, where he conducted a detailed tour of several key departments. The visit was…
An Emevor-born engineer, Charles Edowuro, has secured employment with Sinohydro Corporation Limited following his participation in a skills acquisition programme facilitated through the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and sponsored by Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South Senatorial District. Edowuro, a native of Emevor in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State,…
Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has established a new radio station in Rivers State that is being used to support President Bola Tinubu’s anticipated 2027 re-election campaign. The station, Majority FM 89.5, is located within the office of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, according…
