Gov. Monday Okpebholo has thanked Edo House of Assembly members for their support and harmonious working relationship with his administration. The appreciation is conveyed in a statement by Chief Press Secretary, Dr Patrick Ebojele, on Sunday in Benin. Okpebholo spoke following an Easter visit by Speaker of the assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, and other lawmakers to…
Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, says the National Assembly is synergising with the Federal and State governments to decisively address all the forces and triggers of armed attacks across the federation. Bamidele made this known in his Easter message on Sunday in Abuja. He said, “Today, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our Lord and…
Some labour leaders and other stakeholders on Sunday renewed calls for a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s retirement age policy. In interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos, they said that extending workers’ retirement age was necessary due to economic realities, workforce dynamics and the need to retain experienced personnel in…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed as false and malicious reports alleging that its National Chairman, Sen. David Mark, has stepped down from his position. This is contained in a statement by Paul Mumeh, from the Media Office of the National Chairman, the party described the claim as “an insidious fabrication” orchestrated by individuals…
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Sen. David Mark, has called on Nigerians to embrace religious harmony, peace, and national unity as Christians across the country mark Easter. This is contained in a goodwill message issued on Sunday, by his Spokesperson Paul Mumeh in Kano. Mark described Easter as a season that…
An Abia State All Progressives Congress(APC) chieftain, Apostle Chuks Alozie, has urged Christians to embrace kindness, justice and equality as foundations for sustainable community development. In his Easter message to Christians in Abia State yesterday, Nigeria and across the world, Alozie said the season symbolises sacrifice, love and redemption, which should inspire believers to live…
The Nongov Community in Makurdi yesterday declared unanimously a total support for Dr Iorwakwagh Apera’s bid to contest for the Makurdi/Guma House of Representatives. The decision was reached in Makurdi at the residence of Chief Ayôôsu Bem where all the four Nongov clans comprising Saghev, Nzorov, Kaambe and Abinsi converge to give their blessings to…
The Democracy Watch Initiative (DWI), has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for withdrawing recognition of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership under David Mark and removing the party’s National Working Committee from its official portal. The group described the move as a demonstration of INEC’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and the integrity of…
Blessing CEO, the Nigerian influencer, has addressed the controversy surrounding her public request for funds to cover cancer treatment. The internet personality recently revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer in January and asked the public for financial support for her surgery. However, the announcement was met with doubt, as some accused her of…
The Arewa Movement for Actionable Change has endorsed Chief Charles Obada as its preferred presidential candidate for the forthcoming general elections. The group’s spokesperson, Comrade Sabitu Magaji, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that the decision followed what he described as a rigorous due diligence process. Magaji said the movement carefully examined Obada’s…
