BEDC Bemoans Impact Of Low National Grid Generation On Its Operations, Says All Hands On Deck To Resolve Challenges
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Management of BEDC Electricity Plc has Bemoaned the sharp decline in power generation from the national grid, saying the development is negatively affecting the company’s operations, customer’s satisfaction and revenue collection. Reacting to the situation while speaking with newsmen in Benin City, the Chief Commercial Officer, Mr Ogunleye Akinleye disclosed that […]
Just In: Yakubu, Omokri, Fani-Kayode Get Diplomatic Posts in Tinubu’s
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the deployment of 65 ambassadors and high commissioners to various countries and international organisations following their confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. The list, which includes 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors, was released on Friday by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the postings cover […]
Veteran Nollywood Actor, Edochie Laments Spending Much On Power
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie has lamented how he is spending so heavily on providing light for himself. He said he spends N40,000 daily to provide power in his house. Truth Live News Media quoted him when he spoke in an interview on AIT. Giving a total breakdown of his daily expenses […]
Kidnappers Kill Ex-Ebonyi Deputy Governor’s Father
The father of former Ebonyi State Deputy Governor, Kelechi Igwe, has been killed by his abductors, the police have confirmed. The victim, Francis Igwe, a traditional ruler in Ndufu-Alike community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, was abducted on Sunday, March 1, 2026, while on his way to church. Police authorities disclosed that […]
Bauchi Governor Grants Pardon to 73 Inmates, Approves Millions of Naira for Reintegration
The Bala Mohammed‑led government of Bauchi State granted executive pardon to 73 inmates on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, during a ceremony held at the Government House in Bauchi. The governor urged residents to support the reintegration of the beneficiaries into society. The clemency, given under Section 212 of the Constitution, was announced at an event […]
FG Approves 100% Gratuity for Retiring Civil Servants
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a new Exit Benefit Scheme granting retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equal to 100 per cent of their total annual emolument. The approval was given during the council’s meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Chaired by Bola Tinubu, the council described the scheme as part […]
Morocco Appoints New Head Coach After Regragui Stepped Down
The Moroccan Football Federation announced on Thursday the appointment of Moroccan coach Mohamed Wahbi as the head coach of the national team, succeeding coach Walid Regragui. The Moroccan university announced the departure of Walid Regragui on Thursday, 5th of March, from coaching the national team after a successful four-year tenure at both the global and […]
Kano Assembly Begins Deputy Governor Impeachment Process Amid Political Realignment
The Kano State House of Assembly on Thursday, March 5, 2026 initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, breach of public trust. The development comes amid rising political tension following the defection of Governor Abba Yusuf from the New Nigeria People’s Party to the All Progressives […]
FG Vows to Track, Arrest Foreigners Overstaying Visas
The Federal Government has announced that it now has the capacity to identify, apprehend foreigners who overstay their visas in Nigeria. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during the 2026 Sectoral Performance Review Retreat of the Federal Ministry of Interior. Tunji-Ojo explained that the government now possesses comprehensive data […]
WANEP- Nigeria Seeks Domestication Of NAP On UNSCR 1325 In 36 States
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The National Network Coordinator of West Africa Network for Peacebuilding WANEP- Nigeria, Dr. Bridget Osakwe, has appealed to governors across the 36 of the federation to domesticate the National Action Plan of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 (UNSCR 1325). UNSCR 1325 focuses on women’s participation in peace and security processes. […]