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Politics

Minister Vows 24/7 Power Before Tinubu’s Tenure Ends

Adelabu cited 14GW installed capacity, a 5,801 MW peak and $2 billion in investments while admitting distribution problems remain.

Politics

Oborevwori Named South-South Governor of the Year

Organisers cited his M.O.R.E Agenda, infrastructure projects and digital inclusion, with Lovette Idisi accepting the Abuja award on his behalf.

Community

Warri-Sapele-Benin Road Decay Threatens Economy, Lives -Group

The youth council told Tinubu in an open letter that daily accidents, stranded trucks and potholes are choking regional trade.

News

NNPC Boss Ojulari Resumes Amid Resignation Rumours

He arrived at headquarters at 9:35 am on Monday, and an internal memo told staff to ignore social media claims.

Politics

Obi Reaffirms One-Term Promise, Says Four Years Enough to Fix Nigeria

The Labour Party candidate cited Lincoln, Kennedy and Mandela, and his Anambra record, while pledging governance, security and production reforms.

Niger Delta

FIFA-Funded Ugborodo Stadium Stalled Four Years On

The NFF has terminated the contract after paying about $650,000 of $1.1 million, leaving Ugborodo's stadium abandoned and unfinished.

Niger Delta

Mulade Urges Ijaw, Itsekiri, Urhobo Unity for Delta’s Development

He said ethnic rivalries have scared off investors and cost youths jobs, urging leaders and traditional rulers to drive reconciliation.

News

Nurses Suspend Nationwide Strike After Talks with FG

News

Man Remanded in Prison for Defiling Minor in Effurun

Victor Joseph, 30, allegedly lured the girl into his apartment repeatedly before neighbours seized him; the case resumes August 19.

Politics

South-South Leaders Demand Immediate Reinstatement of Fubara

They say the June reconciliation with Wike and returning calm remove any basis for emergency rule continuing to September 18.

Community

Odo-Okun Secondary School Holds First Graduation Ceremony

Community elders and education stakeholders gathered on July 26 as the school also launched its debut student musical album.

News

Court Frees POS Agent After 2 Years in Prison Over Kidnap Case

She was detained after suspects allegedly used her terminal for ransom withdrawals, but investigators found no knowledge or involvement.

News

EFCC Continues Fund Recovery After Collapse of CBEX Scheme

More than 600,000 investors lost about N1.3 trillion, and the commission has arraigned promoters but will not yet disclose recoveries.

News

Delta Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers and Cultists

Officers recovered an AK-47 and pump-action guns in raids at Ibusa Road, Ewulu and Abraka, the commissioner said.

News

President Tinubu Moves Surveyor-General’s Office to Presidency

Announced at the 150th National Economic Council meeting, the shift aims to cut bureaucratic delays on legacy highway projects.

Niger Delta

Edo Task Force Arrests Suspects Over Warri-Kaduna Pipeline Theft

Around 30 kilometres of pipeline were stolen at Ekperi using excavators, with some pipes recovered and six people held.

Community

University of Port Harcourt Denies Viral ‘Deity Snake’ Story

The institution says no snake was found or killed on campus and warns that those spreading the false claims face action.

News

Nurses Nationwide Begin Seven-Day Warning Strike

NANNM president Michael Nnachi says talks with the government failed, and an indefinite shutdown may follow within seven days.