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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an airstrike, calling it a necessary action against terrorism. Netanyahu warned Iran of Israel's capability to retaliate against threats. The incident escalates ongoing tensions in the region...
Nigeria's Power Minister, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, announced that over 40% of Nigerians now receive approximately 20 hours of electricity daily, attributing this improvement to government initiatives. The ministry also reported generating over 5,500 megawatts of electricity, marking a significant...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara announced plans to build a psychiatric hospital in Obio-Akpor, escalating his rivalry with Nyesom Wike. The feud over state control intensifies as Fubara hints Wike may need the hospital. Fubara also highlighted his accomplishments compared to Wike’s...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara rebuffed calls for loyalty to former Governor Nyesom Wike, declaring that no individual controls the state. At a thanksgiving service in Port Harcourt, Fubara rejected an apology issued by PDP elders, affirming his commitment to stand for the truth and...
Gbogi Emmanuel, an APC leader in Ondo State, resigns from the party, criticizing it for fostering poverty and abandoning democratic values. He cited unfair practices during the gubernatorial primary election and the party's failure to bring relief to Nigerians facing economic hardship. Gbogi...
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume criticized the pervasive corruption in Nigeria, emphasizing the lack of effective legislation to combat it. He highlighted the societal acceptance of corrupt politicians and called for increased agricultural production to address food insecurity, stating that less than...
Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, credits Nyesom Wike, FCT Minister, for playing a pivotal role in securing his appointment. Speaking at an event organized by the Ijaw Peoples Congress in Port Harcourt, Lokpobiri highlighted Wike's involvement in the process and...
Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, asserted his political dominance over opponents backing Governor Fubara during an Ijaw Peoples Congress event in Rivers State. He dismissed threats to his leadership, emphasized that wealth doesn’t equate to political power, and criticized Fubara's supporters for...
Nigerian senators are divided over the proposal to return to a regional system of government. While Southern senators advocate for the change, citing economic benefits and improved security, their Northern counterparts strongly oppose it. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele clarified that regionalism...
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has urged Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike not to instigate conflict in Oyo amid tensions within the Peoples Democratic Party. Wike's threats to disrupt states supporting Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara have intensified the party's ongoing power...
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