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Mirabel Itse

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News

Body of Late COAS Lt. Gen. Lagbaja, Airlifted to Abuja

Soldiers from the Guards Brigade received the 56-year-old general's remains, with full military honours and burial set for Friday in Abuja.

Politics

Edo Governor, Okpebholo Freezes State Accounts, Renames Roads Ministry

Banks and officials face punishment if any funds move before an investigation and reconciliation of the state finances.

News

Ikomi’s Proton Energy Partners with Lagos Govt, Targets Major Growth in Power Generation⁩

The developer, which is building three gas-fired plants targeting 1,500 MW in five years, met Lagos energy officials on clean power collaboration.

Niger Delta

Itsekiri Group Calls for Urgent Action on Ocean Surge Crisis in Delta State

The initiative wants shore protection walls, resettlement and relief funds in the 2025 budget after assessing affected Ugborodo communities.

News

Power Sector Corruption Behind Grid Collapses, Says EFCC

Olukoyede told House anti-corruption committee members in Abuja that a commission probe found contractors cutting corners with substandard equipment.

Politics

Okowa Clears Air on EFCC Fund Diversion Allegations

His aide says the Port Harcourt invitation followed petitions by disgruntled elements, and denies claims he diverted N1.3 trillion.

News

Obiodeh Issues Warning on Land Encroachment in Delta

The lands commissioner told an Oleh family that illegal buildings on government land will be demolished and encroachers prosecuted.

Politics

Okpebholo Appoints Oshiomhole’s Son and Others to Cabinet

Cyril Oshiomhole is named health commissioner and Samson Osagie attorney-general, both pending confirmation by the state assembly.

Politics

Okpebholo Sworn in as Edo State Governor, Promises an Inclusive Tenure

The oath was administered by Chief Justice Daniel Okungbowa at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, with Vice President Shettima representing President Tinubu.

News

Two Killed in Violent Clash Over Market Control in Delta State

A former local security boss and Nathaniel Ogra were shot dead during a revenue collection round at Ughelli Main Market.

Niger Delta

NNPCL Ends Petrol Imports, IPMAN Signs Direct Deal with Dangote Refinery

Kyari says sourcing from the 650,000-barrel Dangote refinery could save $10bn yearly, as marketers now buy directly.

Politics

Obaseki Grants Pardon to 10 Inmates as Tenure Ends Today

The advisory council on prerogative of mercy recommended the release after the Benin Correctional Service wrote in November.

Politics

Delta Govt Adopts N936bn Budget Proposal for 2025 Fiscal Year

Capital spending takes 62.75 percent, with priorities in agriculture, education and infrastructure, as the proposal heads to lawmakers.

Politics

NLC Sets December 1 Deadline for Unpaid Minimum Wage

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has ordered workers in states that are yet to implement the new minimum wage to begin an indefinite strike on December 1, 2024, in protest of unresolved labor issues.

Niger Delta

Olu of Warri Launches Free Cataract Surgery Programme

The third edition ran from November 4 to 8, using a mobile theatre to reach riverine communities in Warri Kingdom.

News

Isoko North Council Issues Deadline for Removal of Illegal Structures

Chairman Godwin Ogorugba gave traders until January 6 to relocate, inaugurating a seven-member task force to enforce demolitions along Ozoro roads.

News

Women Storm NNPC Towers, Demand Immediate Rehabilitation of Warri Refinery

Over 100 women from civil society groups demanded answers on the unspent $3 billion rehabilitation fund and missed deadline.

Niger Delta

Emami Urges Tinubu to Include Delta in Government

The APC chieftain said he raised Itsekiri appointments, Warri Port dredging and the Ogidigben Gas project with Tinubu in Abuja.