Tinubu Ends Emergency Order in Rivers, Restores Fubara
President Bola Tinubu has officially lifted the six-month emergency order in Rivers State and has restored Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and the State House of Assembly to their constitutional positions. The emergency order was declared on March 18 following a prolonged power tussle between the governor and the legislature which halted governance, appropriated budget […]
Rivers Elders Urge Fubara And Assembly to Embrace Peace
Elders in Rivers State have called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the legislators in the State House of Assembly to set aside differences for the good of the state. In their statement, the elders explained that the politics of distraction have ended and that leaders must now pursue direction, progress, and unity. They observed that […]
Ibas Affirmed He Brought Stability to Rivers State in An Unusual Situation
Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retired), who served as Sole Administrator of Rivers State during its six-month emergency rule, claimed that he restored peace and stability in the state under unusual circumstances. He made the claims in Port Harcourt on Tuesday while giving a public lecture entitled “Good Governance and Democratic Dividends.” Ibas suggested that emergency rule […]
Atiku Engages with the U.S. Ambassador in Abuja, Advocating for Stronger Democratic Relationships
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday led a group to meet with the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills Jr., in Abuja. The meeting, which Atiku posted on his official Facebook profile, dealt with issues of democracy, security, and economic collaboration between both nations. Atiku characterized the engagement as a significant step […]
Rivers APC Woos Fubara Ahead of Emergency Rule Handover
Rivers APC Courting Fubara Ahead of Transition to Civil Rule The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has ramped up its efforts to Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the state nears a transition to democratic government. APC spokesman Darlington Nwauju disclosed on Channels Television that the governor would be welcome if he chose […]
Onanuga Denies Atiku’s Assessment of Hunger, Claims Economy is on Recovery Path
The presidency has rebuffed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s claims that hunger and poverty are increasing in the country, claiming the economy has some indicators of recovery since President Bola Tinubu’s government. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, said Atiku’s claims were vile and completely unmindful of the facts on […]
Tinubu Concludes Vacation, Scheduled to Resume Work Tuesday
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to return to Abuja on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, after completing his working vacation in Europe. He will immediately resume official duties upon returning to the country. Tinubu left Nigeria on September 4, and had a stop in France and the United Kingdom. While he was in Paris, he […]
Rivers State Starts Transition back to Democratic Rule
Rivers State is embarking on a transition back to democratic governance following six months of life under emergency rule. The state government has announced an interdenominational Thanksgiving service in connection with the transition. The Thanksgiving service will be held on Sunday at the Ecumenical Centre, Abonnema Wharf Road, Port Harcourt, at 10:00 a.m., and guests […]
INEC officially recognized ADC leadership two months after the party was adopted by a coalition.
The Independent National Electoral Commission officially recognized the new leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), two months after opposition parties adopted the party as their platform for the 2027 general elections. Senator David B. Mark is identified as the National Chairman in INEC’s record, with former Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola as the National […]
Former NNPC Boss Mele Kyari Detained Amid Refinery Funds Scandal
Mele Kyari, former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, is in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja. Kyari was earlier placed on a watch list, over alleged misappropriation associated with the maintenance of Nigeria’s refineries. He was detained while being questioned about funds allegedly […]