The Super Eagles of Nigeria will aim to build on their recent victory over Rwanda as they face Zimbabwe in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo this evening at 5 pm West African Time. The match…
In a nationwide broadcast on March 18, 2025, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing escalating political instability and recent acts of pipeline vandalism. The President announced the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reassured residents of his unwavering commitment to peace, constitutional order, and the well-being of the state despite the ongoing political impasse.
In a press statement on Monday, Governor Fubara emphasized that his administration has prioritized security, governance,…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has revoked the land allocation for the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) national secretariat in Abuja due to unpaid ground rents spanning two decades. The revocation, dated March 13, 2025, was conveyed in a letter signed…
The House of Representatives Committee on Nigeria-Canada Parliamentary Friendship Group has congratulated Hon. Gregory Christophe Fergus on his historic election as the Speaker of the Canadian House of Commons. In a press statement issued on March 18, 2025, the committee, on behalf of…
Several U.S. national security agencies have paused coordinated initiatives aimed at countering Russian sabotage, disinformation, and cyberattacks. This development aligns with the Trump administration's efforts to foster improved relations with Moscow and to encourage Russia to end its involvement in Ukraine.
The suspended…
The Ekiti State National Assembly Caucus has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his recognition as Silverbird Man of the Year, describing the award as a testament to his exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to public service.
In a press release shared with PUNCH…
The Federal Government has stressed the need for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be fully integrated into national and sub-national development plans rather than being implemented as isolated initiatives.
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, made…
The Ekiti State Government has approved the recruitment of 1,800 teaching and non-teaching staff into public secondary schools as part of efforts to fill workforce gaps caused by resignations, retirements, and the "japa" syndrome. The Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, announced…
The Ekiti State Executive Council, led by Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has approved several key policies and projects aimed at boosting cultural heritage, economic development, and infrastructure. One of the major decisions is the adoption of Ekiti Adire as the official attire for civil…