By Ayomide Otitoju The embattled Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Kogi State, Moses Oricha, has reaffirmed his position as the party’s authentic leader, stating that his tenure remains valid until 2026. Oricha dismissed the purported congress held last Wednesday as illegitimate, describing it as a “kangaroo” assembly orchestrated by impostors who are…
By Ayomide Otitoju Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, are set to appear before the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions to address allegations of sexual harassment leveled against Akpabio. The Senate Deputy Chief Whip, Onyekachi Nwebonyi, disclosed this development during an interview on Politics Today, a Channels…
Pope Francis has now spent a month in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital following his admission on February 14 due to pneumonia, with footballers—including the captain of his favorite team, San Lorenzo—sending messages of encouragement for his recovery. Despite suffering multiple breathing crises early in his hospitalization, the 88-year-old pontiff was declared out of immediate danger earlier…
By Ayomide Otitoju Mark Carney was officially sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister on Friday, assuming leadership at a time of escalating trade tensions with the United States following President Donald Trump’s return to office. The ruling Liberal Party overwhelmingly backed Carney to replace outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, banking on his expertise as…
By Ayomide Otitoju Amid economic challenges facing the nation, President Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians of hope, reaffirming his commitment to a responsive and inclusive government. Speaking on Friday while receiving the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) at the Presidential Villa, Tinubu acknowledged the difficulties stemming from his administration’s decision to remove fuel subsidies…
By Ayomide Otitoju The political crisis in Rivers State has deepened as the State House of Assembly has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate Chief Judge Justice Simeon Amadi over alleged age falsification. During Thursday’s plenary session, House Leader Hon. Major Jack presented documents purportedly supporting the allegation to Speaker Martin…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has inaugurated a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Unit as part of its commitment to fostering inclusive growth and sustainable impact across communities. According to NCS spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada, the CSR Unit will oversee projects under the “Customs Cares” initiative, which aligns with national development priorities and the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has declared his support for Labour Party’s Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections, signaling a potential political realignment. During a closed-door meeting with Obi at the Government House on Thursday, the two leaders discussed national issues, governance, and potential collaboration. “As a person, I am…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rivers State activist Jake Epelle has dismissed any attempt by former governor Nyesom Wike and his loyalists in the State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara, declaring that such a move would not succeed. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Epelle criticized Wike for allegedly orchestrating the…
