Big Story: Ex-Gov Bello gets N500m bail The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court has granted Yahaya Adoza Bello, immediate former Governor of Kogi State, bail in the sum of N500 million with two sureties in like sum. This decision forms part of an ongoing trial regarding allegations of fraud totaling N80 billion. The…
Senator Mark Play Host to New Permanent Secretary, National Assembly BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF. The newly appointed Permanent Secretary, National Assembly, Dr Obasi David Ukoha visited the former Senate President, Senator David Bonaventure Mark. GCON. During the visit which took place on Friday morning at his residence in Abuja , the new pioneer Permanent Secretary, presented…
Protests Erupt in Kenya on Independence Day as RutoMustGo Gains Traction The hashtag #RutoMustGo trended on Kenya’s Independence Day, reflecting widespread discontent with President William Ruto’s administration. Protests, initially sparked by a controversial finance bill, have evolved into broader demands for accountability, addressing corruption, and improving living conditions. Demonstrators, primarily from Generation, have utilized digital…
Ogah hails appointment of members of South East Development Commission By Chijindu Emeruwa Ex-minister of State, Mines & Steel Development, and President of Masters Energy Group, Dr Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, has expressed delight on the appointment of Board members of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement on…
Chad’s President Deby Defends Ending Military Ties With France Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Deby has defended the decision to end military cooperation with France, citing the outdated nature of their defense pact and its inability to address Chad’s current security challenges, including terrorism and armed conflicts. Deby emphasized that this move reflects Chad’s desire to…
DELCOM 2024: Oghenesivbe says modules, group assignments will sharpen participants’ skills …As 5th State Communication Workshop is set to hold from December 17-19 By Gertrude Onyekachukwu-Uteh Arrangements have been concluded for the smooth commencement of the 3-Day State Communication Workshop, themed ‘Advancing Delta – Strategies for Public Communication and Effective Media Engagement’, scheduled to hold…
Israel has reportedly destroyed most of Syria’s key weapons In the past two days, Israel has conducted over 400 airstrikes, reportedly destroying 70-80% of Syria’s strategic military assets following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. Key targets included naval vessels, anti-aircraft systems, and missile stockpiles across various locations, including Damascus and Latakia. The Israeli Defense…
Israel, the US voted against a UN resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza On November 20, 2024, the United States cast the sole veto against a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, which received support from the other 14 members. The U.S. justified its veto by stating that the resolution…
Niger Delta Council of Chiefs demands removal of Gift Johnbull’s as SSA on Community Engagement South South to President over embarrassment The leadership of the Niger Delta Council of Chiefs and other notable groups in the region are demanding the immediate removal of Hon. Gift Jonhbull, Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the president on community…
SEDC: Former Abia Minority Leader, Okogbuo Congratulates Wogu, Ohazuruka, Akwari on Presidential Appointment By Chijindu Emeruwa The Director General of Abia Rejoice Movement and former Minority leader of the Abia State House of Assembly, Honorable Chibuzo Okogbuo, congratulates Dr Emeka Wogu, Hon Stanley Ohazuruka, and Chief Daniel Akwari on their appointment as Governing Board chairman…
