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Rivers: Allow Nigeria’s Democracy To Breathe, International Group Begs Tinubu

NewsDeskNgApr 6, 2025April 6, 20250

An international group, Nigerians in Diaspora Movement for Democracy, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to allow democracy to thrive in Nigeria, citing the recent developments in Rivers State as a concerning example of democratic erosion. The group expressed alarm over the suspension of the elected State Governor, his deputy,...

Africa Vision 2050: Tinubu Got It Right with Bagudu Coordinating — CALSER

NewsDeskNgApr 6, 2025April 6, 20250

The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for entrusting Atiku Bagudu with the responsibility of coordinating Nigeria’s economic planning as Minister of Budget and Economic Planning. In a statement issued on Sunday by Dr Tola Gold Anthony, its Executive Director of the...

Group Accuses Peter Obi of Deception, Urges Nigerians to Beware

NewsDeskNgApr 4, 2025April 4, 20250

The Forum of Economic Rights Activists (FERA) has launched a scathing attack on the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accusing him of blatant deception and desperation. In a statement signed by Dr. Moses Okino, its President, FERA denounced Obi’s recent appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme, where...

New board strategic to NNPCL’s repositioning, says Lokpobiri

NewsDeskNgApr 4, 2025April 4, 20250

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri yesterday said the reconstitution of the board of Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) was a strategic decision towards further repositioning of the national oil company. Lokpobiri spoke as many other groups, including Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), Northern Awareness Network (NAN), Women in...

Joeboy: I just want to be that source of positivity

NewsDeskNgApr 4, 2025April 4, 20250

Nigerian singer Joseph Akinfenwa aka Joeboy has announced his decision to be the source of positivity for Nigerian youths and his fans across the world. In a recent interview, he said, “I just want to be that source of positivity and that’s my message, that’s my motto – that’s always been for...

Join our party from your wards, SDP chairmen tell El-Rufai, others

NewsDeskNgApr 4, 2025April 4, 20250

From the Forum of State Chairmen of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) came yesterday a directive to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai and other opposition leaders planning to join the party: follow due process. The chairmen said that new members can only be admitted from their wards. Arising from an inaugural meeting of the 36 states...

Rivers Crisis: Court Stops Police, SSS from Inviting, Arresting Edison Ehie

NewsDeskNgApr 3, 2025April 3, 20250

A High Court in Port Harcourt has granted an interim injunction restraining the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS), and other security agencies from inviting, arresting, or detaining Hon. Edison Ogerenye Ehie in connection with the alleged arson at the Rivers State House of Assembly. The order,...

Renewed Hope Ambassadors lauds Tinubu’s reforms In oil and gas sector

NewsDeskNgApr 3, 2025April 3, 20250

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors, a group of Nigerian professionals and stakeholders, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its bold reforms in the oil and gas sector. In a statement by Dr. Opialu F. Opialu, its Secretary-General, the group praised the president’s efforts to improve the investment climate and...

I dislike being typecast as an actor – Segun Arinze

NewsDeskNgApr 3, 2025April 3, 20250

Seasoned actor Segun Arinze has revealed his struggles with typecasting in the film industry. In an interview, Arinze expressed his desire to break free from being stereotyped as a “bad boy” and showcase his range as an actor. Arinze emphasised the importance of evolution and growth in his craft, stating that being...

Why you should make lasting impact – Yul Edochie advises fans

NewsDeskNgApr 3, 2025April 3, 20250

Controversial actor Yul Edochie has encouraged his followers to take action and make a significant impact in the world. According to Yul’s Instagram page, if nobody is talking about you, then it’s time to do something remarkable enough to get people’s attention. He emphasised the importance of leaving a lasting legacy on...