The paramount ruler of Belegete, HRM Uchua Amos, has revealed that the mountainous community in Obanliku LGA of Cross River State was invaded by rebels from Ambazonia in South West Cameroon. The insurgents, who entered Belegete on December 5, burned down houses, abducted over 40 Cross River indigenes, killed the clan head, Chief Francis Okweshi,…
In the midst of an ongoing dispute between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, current FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, an additional four commissioners have submitted their resignations from Fubara’s cabinet. Those who have stepped down include Dr. George-Kelly Alabo, Commissioner for Works; Mrs. Inime Chinwenwo-Aguma, Commissioner for the Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation; Isaac…
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, emphasized that the Federal Government has no intention of restricting or influencing the media. In an interview on Channels TV, the Minister stressed the importance of media organizations exercising responsibility. He highlighted the need for collaboration between operators and regulators to foster a harmonious relationship in the…
A tragic incident unfolded for fans of Brazilian gospel singer Pedro Henrique when he collapsed and passed away onstage during a performance. The heartbreaking incident occurred at a Christian event on Wednesday night. Video footage captures Pedro engaging with the audience and singing the song “Vai Ser Tão Lindo” when he appears to lose balance,…
Tony Okocha, the interim chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, disclosed that the dispute between Governor Simi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has escalated beyond control following the collapse of President Bola Tinubu’s intervention efforts. Speaking at a press conference held at the APC national secretariat in Abuja on Thursday,…
President Bola Tinubu says the efforts of his administration to transform Nigeria’s economy are yielding results with the support of the National Assembly led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas. Speaking at a colloquium to mark the 61st birthday of the Senate President, on…
The Federal Government has distanced itself from the ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State involving the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, his supporters, and Governor Similaye Fubara. Following a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu at the presidential villa in Abuja, the Minister of Information and National…
Afeez Fashola, commonly known as Naira Marley, has issued a threat to sue Nigerian actress Iyabo Ojo for the sum of N500 million. Represented by Olalekan Ojo (SAN) & Co, Naira Marley sent a letter to Iyabo accusing her of disseminating false and malicious content about him on her Instagram account. The letter highlighted an…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the suspension of the acceptance of new loan applications under its development finance intervention funds program. The directive was conveyed through a circular addressed to the Chief Executives of banks, signed by the Acting Director of the Development Finance Department, Sa’ad Hamidu, on Tuesday, December 13. The circular…
The Ondo State Police Command has brought charges against a 42-year-old woman, Kemi Ayodele, in an Akure Chief Magistrate Court for allegedly stabbing her neighbor with a broken plate. The accused, along with a man named Akerele Odunayo, 45, faced four counts, including conspiracy, assault causing harm, and attempted murder. The incident took place on…
