Reporting by
Mirabel Itse
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.