Breaking: Edo Deputy Gov Loses Mother
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The mother of the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, Madam Esther, has died. She died at the age of 95. According to a statement issued and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, she died on Wednesday. The Idahosa family described the deceased as a respected matriarch who lived […]
Gov. Okpebholo Urges Edo Youths to Enlist in Nigerian Army
He advised interested applicants to visit the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal for full details on eligibility, requirements and application procedures, and to ensure all necessary documents are complete before presenting themselves at designated sensitisation centres.
ASUU UNIJOS Begins Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid March 2026 Salaries
The branch chairperson, Professor Jurbe Molwus, directed all members to immediately abstain from lectures, examinations, and statutory meetings. According to Channels Television, he said ”We are on strike, and we are not going to work until we are paid,” Molwus stated.
Breaking: Ex-House Of Rep Member, Agbonayinma Resigns From APC
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Former House of Representatives member for Egor/Ikpoba Okha federal constituency, Hon. Ehiozuwa Johnson Agbonayinma has resigned from the Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The former member of the House of Representatives and member of the board of Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), expressed gratitude to the APC for […]
Obi, Kwankwaso Lead ‘Save Democracy’ Rally in Abuja
ABUJA — Prominent opposition figures, including Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, led a large-scale “Save Democracy” rally in Abuja, drawing supporters and political stakeholders to the nation’s capital amid rising tensions over electoral credibility and internal party disputes. The protest, spearheaded by members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), […]
Oborevwori Approves Special Tax-Free Allowance For Delta Doctors, Okays 700 Health Sector Job Slots
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has okayed a comprehensive welfare package for medical doctors, including a special tax-free allowance targeted at enhancing retention and attracting new professionals into the state’s health sector. The gesture, which is a major win in the state’s healthcare delivery, is tailored to curb the persistent tide of […]
Amnesty, CDD, Yiaga Warn of Collapse Amid Rising Insecurity, Economic Hardship
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting A coalition of over 50 notable Nigerian civil society organisations (CSOs) has warned that Nigeria is at the verge of collapse and called for urgent government action to stem the spiralling insecurity, economic hardship and governance failures. The statement by the groups, including Amnesty International Nigeria, Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), […]
Who Is INEC Really Working For? Outrage As Law Professor ‘Misreads’ Basic Doctrine — By Darlington Okpebholo Ray
At the heart of this unfolding crisis lies a basic legal doctrine, status quo ante bellum, a principle so elementary that even first year law students understand its implication. It simply means a return to the exact position that existed before the disputed action.
Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran Over Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has announced a proposed two-week ceasefire with Iran, saying he will suspend military strikes if Tehran agrees to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. In a statement posted on Truth Social on Tuesday, Mr Trump said the pause in hostilities would depend on Iran ensuring the “complete, immediate, and safe […]
CBN to Launch New Foreign Exchange Manual to Boost Inflows
Nigeria’s central bank says it will introduce a new foreign exchange framework aimed at attracting more investment and improving stability in the currency market. The Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Muhammad Abdullahi, announced the plan on Tuesday at the Nigeria Development Update event hosted by the World Bank in Abuja. He […]