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Rivers State Marks Return To Democracy With Thanksgiving Service

The Rivers State Government has officially set the stage for its transition from emergency rule to full democratic governance with a statewide interdenominational thanksgiving service. In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, the

September 13, 2025

Headlines·Education

CORA Holds Book Party for 11 Longlisted Writers for 2025 NLNG Prize for Literature

The vibrant Grand Ballroom of the Lagos Continental Hotel was alive with excitement as the Committee for Relevant Arts (CORA) hosted the much-anticipated book party for the longlisted authors of the 2025 NLNG Prize for Literature on August 3, 2025. This annual

by News Room

August 4, 2025

News Update·Headlines·News·Politics

Dino Melaye Apologizes To Nigerians For Supporting APC

Former senator and 2023 Kogi State governorship candidate, Dino Melaye has publicly apologized for ever supporting the All Progressives Congress (APC), labelling his erstwhile support as political blindness that resulted in an error. Talking during a recent interview, Melaye did not mince

by News Editor

August 3, 2025

Sports·Headlines

Nigeria D’Tigress Qualifies for fifth consecutive Afrobasket final

In a thrilling semi-final showdown at the Palais des Sports de Treichville, Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, secured their spot in the final of the 2025 Women’s Afrobasket by defeating Senegal 75-68 on Saturday. This remarkable victory marks Nigeria’s fifth consecutive

by News Room

August 2, 2025

Headlines·News·News Update·Politics

Atiku’s Aide Clarifies Viral Video

The media adviser to a former Vice President and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has addressed a viral video of Atiku making the rounds on social media. In the video, the former vice

by News Editor

August 2, 2025

Headlines·Editorial·Editorial (Featured News)·News·News Update

Nurses on Strike: Healthcare at Breaking Point

When nurses strike, any sensible nation should panic.When the people who tend to the ill choose protest over patients, then the system is not just cracked, it’s crumbling.This week, Nigerian nurses embarked on a seven-day warning strike, led by the National Association

by News Editor

August 2, 2025

News Update·Headlines

JUST IN: Health Minister In Closed-Door Meeting With Striking Nurses, Midwives

The Minister of Health, Prof Ali Pate, on Friday, met with the leadership of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) and representatives of the Ministry of Labour. The closed-door meeting was part of ongoing negotiations between the nursing association

by News Editor

August 1, 2025

Headlines·News·News Update·Politics

Breaking: Dino Melaye Quits PDP, Slams Party’s ‘Lack of Potency’

A former lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing the party’s inability to rescue Nigeria from what he described as “prevailing political cankerworms”. Melaye, a former senator for Kogi West, made this known on Thursday via

by News Editor

July 31, 2025

Headlines·News·News Update

Appeal Court Affirms Aiyedatiwa’s Election As Ondo Governor

The Federal Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, Ondo State Capital, has affirmed the election of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the APC candidate in the November 16, 2024, governorship election in the state. More to follow…

by News Editor

July 31, 2025

News Update·Headlines·News

Statehouse Press Release: President Tinubu Appoints Governing Council And Principal Officers Of Federal University In Ogoniland

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Pro-Chancellor, governing council members, and principal officers of the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Koroma/Saakpenwa, Ogoni in Rivers State. Prof. Don Mon Baridam, from the South-South, is the pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing

by News Editor

July 31, 2025

Headlines·Education·News·News Update

27 States, FCT Accessed ₦78.6bn In UBE Grants By Mid 2025 — FG

A total of 27 states and the Federal Capital Territory have accessed ₦78.6 billion in Universal Basic Education (UBE) matching grants by mid‑2025, the Federal Government has revealed. In an update on Tuesday through the official X account of the Federal Ministry

by News Editor

July 31, 2025

Education·Headlines

Obafemi Awolowo University Debunks Fabricated Dress Code Memo

The administration of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has officially dismissed a memo that has been circulating on social media, purportedly outlining a new dress code for students. In a statement released by the university’s registrar, Mr. K.A. Bakare, the institution clarified that

by News Room

July 31, 2025

News·Headlines·Life & style

Waka Community International Foundation Makes History with Times Square Billboard Advertisement

Lagos, Nigeria – July 29, 2025 – Waka Community International Foundation, a leading Nigerian non-profit organization, is proud to announce a landmark achievement: it is set to become the first Nigerian organization to independently pay for and advertise on a Times Square

by News Room

July 30, 2025

Life & style·Headlines

World Hepatitis Day 2025: WHO Highlights Urgency for Change in Africa

On this World Hepatitis Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) is shining a light on a crisis that continues to afflict millions across Africa. In a powerful message delivered by Dr. Mohamed Janabi, WHO Regional Director for Africa, the organization emphasized the

by News Room

July 30, 2025

Headlines·Economy·News Update

CAC to Delist 100,000 Dormant Companies, Issues 90-Day Ultimatum

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has threatened to delist 100,000 companies from its register over prolonged inactivity and non-compliance with statutory requirements under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA). The move forms part of the Commission’s broader effort to sanitise Nigeria’s

by News Editor

July 30, 2025

Headlines·Economy

FG Records Bullish Investors Demand In July’s ₦186bn Bond Auction

The Debt Management Office (DMO) has announced the completion of its Federal Government bond auction, with about ₦186 billion allotted across two reopened bond offerings. According to figures released on the DMO website, the auction fetched ₦39.075 billion in total subscriptions for

by News Editor

July 30, 2025

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Rivers State Marks Return To Democracy With Thanksgiving Service

CORA Holds Book Party for 11 Longlisted Writers for 2025 NLNG Prize for Literature

Dino Melaye Apologizes To Nigerians For Supporting APC

Nigeria D’Tigress Qualifies for fifth consecutive Afrobasket final

Atiku’s Aide Clarifies Viral Video

Nurses on Strike: Healthcare at Breaking Point

JUST IN: Health Minister In Closed-Door Meeting With Striking Nurses, Midwives

Breaking: Dino Melaye Quits PDP, Slams Party’s ‘Lack of Potency’

Appeal Court Affirms Aiyedatiwa’s Election As Ondo Governor

Statehouse Press Release: President Tinubu Appoints Governing Council And Principal Officers Of Federal University In Ogoniland

27 States, FCT Accessed ₦78.6bn In UBE Grants By Mid 2025 — FG

Obafemi Awolowo University Debunks Fabricated Dress Code Memo

Waka Community International Foundation Makes History with Times Square Billboard Advertisement

World Hepatitis Day 2025: WHO Highlights Urgency for Change in Africa

CAC to Delist 100,000 Dormant Companies, Issues 90-Day Ultimatum

FG Records Bullish Investors Demand In July’s ₦186bn Bond Auction

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