President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has described the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, as a fearless voice of the people and a revolutionary force whose music reshaped global sound, following his posthumous recognition with the Recording Academy of America’s Lifetime Achievement Award. In a State House statement, President Tinubu said Fela was more than…
The Rivers State Police Command has urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities involving individuals impersonating police officers and engaging in extortion across the state. In a press statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, ANIPR, the Command raised concern over a disturbing trend in which persons…
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has announced plans to launch a pilot biogas programme at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, aimed at converting waste into clean, renewable energy as part of the state’s drive toward sustainable power solutions. Speaking during a media chat, Governor Otti said the initiative is designed to turn waste…
Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, attended the wedding ceremony of the son of High Chief Enahoro Eta, the Iyasere of Oyede Kingdom and CEO of Skyward Resources, at Kratos Ballroom in Effurun, Delta State. The state Governor and Leader of the All…
The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, has commended the Commission’s staff for their dedication and unity of purpose, praising their commitment to the organisation’s goals.He made the remarks during a surprise birthday celebration organised in his honour at the Commission’s headquarters in Asaba. Dr….
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026– Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science-driven healthcare innovation, with the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, emphasizing the critical role of science and research as drivers of innovation, economic growth, and sustainable healthcare systems across Africa. The statement came at the opening of…
Warri, Delta State – February 2, 2026– Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has inaugurated the newly completed Model Technical College, Omadino, describing technical and vocational education as a key tool for tackling youth unemployment. The Governor emphasized that graduates of the institution would emerge not just as job seekers, but as skilled professionals,…
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has praised traders at Onitsha Main Market and Anambra State Governor Professor Chukwuma Soludo for ending the longstanding Monday sit-at-home boycott of markets. The advocacy group highlighted that ending the sit-at-home across the entire South-East could significantly boost the Igbo economy, which has suffered from prolonged disruptions…
Abuja, Nigeria – February 2, 2026– The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, has issued a formal clarification regarding the death of Abuja-based singer Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, popularly known as Nanyah, following complications from a snake bite.In a press statement on X (formerly Twitter) dated February 1, 2026, FMC Jabi expressed condolences to Nwagene’s family and…
Awka, Anambra State – February 2, 2026 – Traders in Onitsha opened their shops today, Monday, February 2, under heavy security, signaling a potential return to normal commercial activity in Anambra state. The move comes amid government efforts to end the disruptive Monday Sit-at-Home protests.Security officials were deployed across major markets and streets today to…
