Rivers Police Commissioner Inspects Sites of Political Violence: ‘Those Responsible Will Be Held Accountable’
Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Mustapha Bala, conducted an inspection of local government secretariats damaged by political violence on Monday. His visits to Obio/Akpor, Emohua, Isiokpo, and Eleme followed violent clashes that resulted in arson and gunfire across four local government areas. The violence erupted after the newly elected chairmen were sworn in, leading to […]
INEC to Release Edo Election Materials Amid PDP Claims: ‘Give Us Our Stolen Mandate’
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that it will provide electoral materials to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) today (Wednesday) for the September 21 Edo State governorship election. This follows the PDP’s complaints that INEC had delayed access to these materials, raising concerns about potential tampering. INEC’s Edo State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. […]
Court Confirms Julius Abure as Labour Party Chair: ‘INEC Must Recognize His Leadership’
The Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party, ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to acknowledge his leadership. Presiding Judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, ruled that Abure’s leadership, established during the party’s March 2024 convention in Nnewi, is valid. The court also directed INEC to […]
Fubara Vows Action Against Arsonists: ‘We Will Hold Them Accountable’
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has promised to take strong measures against those responsible for burning down three local government secretariats. During a swearing-in ceremony for four new commissioners in Port Harcourt, Fubara stated, “We will hold them accountable,” emphasizing that this incident will not be ignored. The governor revealed that he had warned local […]
Fubara to Wike: ‘Let Go for the Sake of Rivers, We Need Peace’
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has called on his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, to release his control over the state and allow peace to prevail. Speaking on Channels Television’s *Politics Today*, Fubara emphasized his efforts to maintain harmony, despite resistance from Wike’s allies within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC). […]
Federal Government Issues Flooding Alert: ‘Water from Jebba Dam Spilling, Stay Prepared,’ Says NIHSA
The Federal Government has issued a new flood warning to Nigerians, particularly following the release of excess water from Jebba Dam, managed by Kainji Dam operators. The Director General of the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), Umar Ibrahim Mohammed, stated that the rain is gradually moving south, but there is still some water inflow monitored […]
Nigerian Labour Law: The Basics You Need to Know
Whether you are starting your first job or you are a seasoned pro, understanding your rights and responsibilities at work is crucial. Here we dive into some key aspects of Nigerian Labour Law that every employer and employee should know. Trust us, this stuff is important! 1. No Kids Allowed (in the Workforce) Legal Basis: […]
Wike’s PDP Faction, APC Reject Rivers Polls: ‘No Election Was Held,’ Vow to Challenge in Court
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to former Governor Nyesom Wike, along with the All Progressives Congress (APC), have rejected the Rivers State local government elections, insisting no election occurred. Both parties are set to challenge the process in court. Despite the violence-marred poll, the Action Peoples Party (APP) secured 22 out of 23 […]
Tension Rises as Eleme and Ikwerre Council Secretariats Set Ablaze Amid Rivers LGA Crisis: ‘We Will Take Over’
A section of the Eleme Local Government Council secretariat was set on fire shortly after the newly elected chairman, Brian Gokpa, and his supporters arrived. In a conversation with former Ambassador Oji Ngofa, it was revealed that Gokpa discovered parts of the secretariat burned upon his arrival with councilors and supporters. A similar arson incident […]
APC Sweeps Benue Local Government Polls: ‘Election Was Free and Fair’ – SIEC Chairman
The Chairman of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC), Richard Tombowua, has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of all chairmanship and councillorship positions in Saturday’s local government elections. Announcing the results, Tombowua stated that the APC secured all 23 chairmanship and 276 councillorship seats across the state, noting that the […]