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The ongoing screening of ambassadorial nominees in the Nigerian Senate has been marked by a heated confrontation between Senators Adams Oshiomhole and Ali Ndume over the nomination of Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide. The clash occurred during the second day of the screening process for President Bola Tinubu’s 65 nominees. Tensions escalated when Oshiomhole began to voice concerns regarding Omokri’s nomination, suggesting that public criticism of the list should not intimidate the Senate’s decision-making. Ndume interjected, emphasizing the need to adhere to Senate procedures, which require motions to be seconded for discussion to proceed. Oshiomhole, however, insisted on continuing…

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, has reportedly collapsed and died on Thursday at the age of 60. Ewhrudjakpo, born on September 5, 1965, was a former federal lawmaker and had served as Bayelsa’s deputy governor since 2020. Details surrounding the incident are still emerging, and neither the Bayelsa State Government nor his family had released an official statement at the time of reporting.

In a recent Federal Executive Council meeting, President Bola Tinubu emphasized the urgent need for enhanced security measures in Nigeria, particularly in light of ongoing challenges related to kidnapping and terrorism. He has directed the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Department of State Services (DSS) to revisit and strengthen previous security protocols to ensure the safety of all citizens. To address these pressing security threats, President Tinubu has instructed the formation of a committee tasked with implementing these directives without delay. He highlighted the importance of arming forest guards to better protect vulnerable areas and called for a more…

The United States House Appropriations Committee has reaffirmed America’s commitment to addressing religious persecution globally, with a focus on Nigeria, in a statement posted on its official X account on Wednesday. “America will not look away as innocent lives are stolen. Directed by @POTUS, Appropriators led an on-the-ground mission to inform a report on Christian persecution in Nigeria and guide policy recommendations. Religious freedom and atrocity response are central to our NSRP bill,” the committee said. The statement followed a visit to Nigeria by a delegation of US lawmakers, led by Congressman Riley Moore, under the direction of President Donald…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will possibly today charge immediate past minister of labour and productivity and former Anambra State Governor Chris Ngige to court. Dr. Ngige was yesterday whisked away from his residence in Abuja by about 20 EFCC officers from its Zonal office, Wuse II, Abuja, in what a family member described as “commando style raid. He was not allowed to change his clothes and was taken away still wearing his pyjamas,” the family member alleged. The former governor had been on “an administrative bail” from the EFCC after he was invited by the agency and…

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has denied rumors of a rift between him and members of the state assembly, calling such claims “pure lies.” Speaking at the commissioning of the newly extended and dualized 28.4-kilometre Ahoada–Omoku Road, he emphasized his commitment to collaboration and communication with lawmakers, despite having recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. Fubara addressed allegations that he had neglected lawmakers or failed to respond to their requests, clarifying that he had made every effort to engage with them. He explained that the responsibility for organizing meetings with legislators rested with his…

The situation involving the Danish sperm donor, known by the alias Kjeld, highlights significant concerns regarding genetic screening and the ethical implications of sperm donation. The donor, who carried a rare TP53 mutation associated with an increased risk of cancer, fathered nearly 200 children across various countries before the sperm bank became aware of the mutation. Initially, the sperm bank did not detect the mutation during routine screenings, leading to the resumption of sperm sales after a temporary suspension. It wasn’t until three years later, following reports of cancer in children conceived from this donor’s sperm, that further testing confirmed…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the defection of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to the APC. The PDP accused the ruling party of creating the political crisis that led to Fubara’s departure. Despite this significant shift, PDP leaders at both state and national levels have asserted that Fubara’s exit does not weaken the party or alter its structure in Rivers State. Fubara officially announced his defection during an emergency stakeholders meeting at the Government House in Port Harcourt, where he cited two main reasons for his move: the PDP’s failure to…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has formally announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), marking one of the most significant political moves in the state this year. The governor made the declaration on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Government House in Port Harcourt. The gathering, which brought together political leaders, traditional rulers, cabinet members, and party loyalists, set the stage for Fubara’s long-anticipated political shift. In his address, Fubara said his decision was driven by the need to ensure stability, development, and alignment with the political direction of…

Troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army have foiled an attempt by heavily armed terrorists to invade a community in Sokoto State and carry out massive kidnappings. Military sources disclosed that during a fierce gun battle, eleven terrorists were neutralised, while visible bloodstains at the scene indicated that several fleeing attackers escaped with gunshot injuries. According to the sources, the operation took place in the early hours of Monday, 8 December 2025, when 8 Division Special Forces raided a bandits’ hideout around Kurawa village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area. The sources added that the terrorists were preparing…