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Politics

“Focus on Iran, Allow Me Rest”—Umahi Dismisses Harassment Claims

The works minister denied owing the businesswoman, questioned her credibility and urged Nigerians to focus on tensions in Iran instead.

Community

Gas Flare Fines Belong to Polluted Communities -Coalition

Green groups want Executive Order 9 reviewed so flare penalties fund Niger Delta remediation instead of the Federation Account.

Politics

Delta North APC Seek Ward Congress Cancellation

Stakeholders say the consensus method produced parallel structures, sidelined loyal members and blocked aspirants who paid for nomination forms.

Politics

Nwaoboshi Laid to Rest in Ibusa Amid Tributes

Governor Oborevwori praised the late senator's public service at St. Augustine's Catholic Church, where Lawan, Ibori, Okowa and Obi attended.

Politics

Oborevwori Committed to Riverine Development -Delta Govt

Riverine infrastructure commissioner Ebikeme Clark inspected a 3.1km Kolokolo–Tisun road and Oporoza Model Secondary School in Warri North and South-West.

Community

Ughelli North Chairman Leads Arrest of Alleged Fake Doctor

Abass Abubakar allegedly charged elderly Ekiugbo residents up to N500,000 for cataract treatment, dispensing drops suspected to be water.

Community

Delta Govt Renovates Classrooms, Exam Hall in Isoko South

The lands commissioner said the upgrade at Owodokpokpo Grammar School, Igbide, reflects the administration's MORE Agenda focus on grassroots development.

Community

DSS Arrests Sixth Suspect in 2022 Owo Church Massacre

Sani Yusuf, tracked across several states before his capture in Edo, is accused of holding a senior ISWAP role.

Politics

Izeze Defends ₦8bn Isoko Project Amid Local Dispute

The road and bridge works are over 60 per cent complete, linking rural communities and easing farm produce transport.

Politics

Peter Obi Escapes Gunshot Attack in Benin

The Obidient Movement says gunmen trailed Obi from an ADC event to Odigie-Oyegun's home, firing shots and damaging vehicles.

Culture

NAPTIP Faces Heat Over Silence on Singer Simi’s Old Tweets

The agency asked the public for evidence on daycare abuse claims, drawing accusations that it shifted the investigative burden onto Nigerians.

Politics

Tinubu Removes IGP Kayode Egbetokun, Appoints AIG Tunji Disu

A presidency source confirmed the change on Tuesday, saying an official statement with further details would follow shortly.

Politics

Warri South LGA Approves ₦18.3 Billion 2026 Budget

Chairman Agbateyiniro Weyinmi Isaac signed the plan on Monday, raising it above the ₦17 billion first proposed to councillors.

Sports

Ughelli North Lift Sheriff Oborevwori Unity Cup After Shootout

The Under-17 side, coached by Nyerovwo Ekete, drew with Uvwie before converting decisive spot kicks to seal the title.

International

US Congress Report Urges Action on Nigeria Christian Killings

Lawmakers who visited Benue camps propose a security pact, targeted sanctions, visa restrictions and funding tied to measurable progress.

News

El-Rufai’s Aide Faults ICPC Silence on Bail Request

Muyiwa Adekeye says a rights suit and a DSS arraignment are fixed for February 25 amid detention and access concerns.

News

NAPTIP Seeks Public Help Over Alleged Sexual Abuse in Daycare

The agency asked anyone with evidence or personal experience to report confidentially by direct message or email as investigations continue.

Community

FG Pledges Urgent Action to Tackle Ecological Crisis in Ugbokodo

Akume gave the assurance to an Okpe Kingdom delegation led by the Orodje, which cited shoreline erosion and flooding.