Ugochinyere, Others Accuse Wike’s Allies of Inciting Unrest In Rivers

NewsNigeriaPoliticsUgochinyere, Others Accuse Wike’s Allies of Inciting Unrest In Rivers

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 12, 2025

A coalition of opposition federal lawmakers led by Hon Ikenga Ugochinyere has accused the 27 lawmakers loyal to the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, of attempting to stir unrest in Rivers State following the recent Supreme Court ruling that reinstated them to their positions. The opposition lawmakers further alleged that Wike’s supporters are intentionally refusing to accept the 2025 budget proposal, as mandated by the Supreme Court. They emphasized that this action would not...

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Natasha Drags Senate, Akpabio Before UN Women Parliament over Suspension

NewsNigeriaPoliticsNatasha Drags Senate, Akpabio Before UN Women Parliament over Suspension

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)March 12, 2025

Kogi State lawmaker representing Kogi North Central at the Red Chamber at the National Assembly, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has dragged the Senate and its President, Godswill Akpabio, before the United Nations’ Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) over her recent  suspension. It will be recalled that Akpoti-Uduaghan was, last week, slammed six months suspension by the Senate as recommended by the Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, chaired by Senator Neda Imasuen  over misconduct and violation of...

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CP Bitrus Giwa Takes Over as Commissioner Of Police, Enugu State

NewsNigeriaPoliticsCP Bitrus Giwa Takes Over as Commissioner Of Police, Enugu State

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)March 12, 2025

The Enugu State Police Command’s new Commissioner, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, on resumption of duty as the 29th Commissioner of Police of the Command, promised people-friendly policing. In a press release informing the public of the change of baton, the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Daniel Ndukwe revealed that the immediate past CP Kanayo Uzuegbu was redeployed following his promotion to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG). “CP Giwa is a...

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Lady Arraigned in Enugu Court Over Fake Testimony in Church

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaLady Arraigned in Enugu Court Over Fake Testimony in Church

Ije Ulasi (Regional Correspondent)March 12, 2025

Detectives of the legal section of the Enugu State Police Command’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have arrested Loveth Helen Alo after she gave a false testimony at Zion Prayer Ministry Movement Outreach in Lagos, Nigeria, of acquiring a five-bedroom duplex located at WTC Estate, Enugu. In a viral video, the 32-year-old lady displayed footage of the building while testifying in the church, claiming it was God’s blessing unto her; in another viral video, she allegedly...

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House of Reps Orders Nationwide Ban on pornographic websites

NewsNigeriaPoliticsHouse of Reps Orders Nationwide Ban on pornographic websites

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 11, 2025

The House of Representatives has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to shut down all pornographic websites across the country. The resolution was passed during plenary on Tuesday, with lawmakers mandating internet service providers to block access to such content. The motion was sponsored by Hon. Dalhatu Tafoki, who represents Faskari/Kankara/Sabuwa Federal Constituency in Katsina State. He argued that the move was necessary to “protect societal values.” According to him, “Nigeria is a highly religious...

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NASSCO Captures 68M Poor and Vulnerable Nigerians in National Social Register

NewsNASSCO Captures 68M Poor and Vulnerable Nigerians in National Social Register

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 11, 2025

…Nigerians Express Mixed Reactions Over Disbursement Process The National Social Safety Net Coordinating Office (NASSCO) has announced that over 68 million poor and vulnerable Nigerians have been captured in the National Social Register (NSR). NASSCO disclosed this on Tuesday via its verified Instagram handle, @nassco_nigeria, stating that the figure represents 19 million vulnerable households across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The NSR serves as a comprehensive database to help the government...

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Chelle Names Super Eagles Final Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsChelle Names Super Eagles Final Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 11, 2025

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, on Tuesday, announced his final 23-man squad ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against their yet-to-be-named opponents. The announcement follows the release of an expanded provisional squad of 39 players last week. These qualifiers will mark Chelle’s first competitive games in charge of the three-time African champions. The squad includes three goalkeepers, six defenders, six midfielders, and eight forwards, blending experience with new talents. Stanley Nwabali,...

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Nigeria, China to Strengthen Partnership in Music, Tourism, and Creative Sectors

Foreign PolicyNewsNigeriaNigeria, China to Strengthen Partnership in Music, Tourism, and Creative Sectors

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 11, 2025

The Chinese government has expressed its commitment to collaborating with Nigeria to strengthen the country’s music industry, tourism, and creative sectors. During a meeting with Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, on Tuesday, He Yu Dunhai, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, stressed China’s interest in expanding Nigerian music’s reach in the Chinese market. “China would like to explore opportunities for cultural exchange, allowing Nigerian artists to tap into the Chinese market, where...

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House of Reps Opposes Increase in ATM Charges

BusinessNewsNigeriaPoliticsHouse of Reps Opposes Increase in ATM Charges

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 11, 2025

The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to suspend its directive increasing ATM withdrawal charges, citing the potential financial burden on Nigerians. The resolution followed a motion on urgent national importance moved by Rep. Marcus Onobun (Esan Central/West/Igueben Federal Constituency) during plenary on Tuesday. Onobun warned that the increase in ATM withdrawal charges would negatively impact financial inclusion, especially for low-income earners who might be discouraged from using banking...

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31 Suspected Illegal Miners Arrested In Jos

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeria31 Suspected Illegal Miners Arrested In Jos

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 11, 2025

Operatives of Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Saturday March 8, 2025 arrested 31 suspected illegal miners in Jos, Plateau State capital. Dele Oyewale, Head, Media and Publicity in a statement said the suspects were arrested in the premises of Jiasheng Nigeria Limited, located at Dura Rayfield, Mangu Road, Jos following credible intelligence linking the company to illegal mining activities in the state. According to the statement, items recovered...

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