Police Clarifies Allegations of 3,907 Missing Arms
ABUJA, The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has addressed recent reports alleging the disappearance of 3,907 arms, labeling the claims as “misleading and inaccurate.” In a press release issued by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer,Thursday, the Force expressed “surprise and deep concerns”
Nigeria to Mitigate Impact of US Health Policy Shifts, Says Minister Pate
The Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammadu Ali Pate, has expressed the assurance that Nigeria will overcome US President Donald Trump’s new sweeping health policy changes stopping funding of health care interventions in developing countries. Prof Pate stated this in
Gov Diri 5yrs Anniversary: Bayelsa Commences with Medical Outreach in Ikarama
The Governor Douye Diri-led Administration in Bayelsa State has begun its 5th-anniversary celebrations with a medical outreach initiative at the Ikarama Cottage Hospital in Okordia Clan, Yenagoa Local Government Area. The Prosperity Government’s initiative underscores its commitment to building a resilient healthcare system
NDDC Board: Kinsmen Appeal for Samuel Ogbuku to Complete His Tenure Amidst Calls for Removal
Following reports of a rift and alleged plots in some quarters to remove the current Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Samuel Ogbuku, purportedly influenced by Mr. Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, his kinsmen have appealed for
5yrs Anniversary: Gov Otu Lauds Gov Diri For Not Abandoning Projects Initiated By Predecessor
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has commissioned Road 24 in the Okaka area of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, as part of the celebrations marking Governor Douye Diri’s five years in office. While the commissioning, Governor Otu, who is also the Vice Chairman
NDDC Denies Rift Between Boss and FCT Minister, Dismisses Tenure Rumors
PORT HARCOURT, The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has refuted recent online reports alleging a conflict between its Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike. In a press statement released on February 10, 2025,
Gov Diri’s Anniversary: Tinubu, Jonathan, Governors to Inaugurate Key Projects
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former President Goodluck Jonathan, and several governors are scheduled to commission projects in Bayelsa State, marking Governor Douye Diri’s five years in office. Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Mrs. Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai and her Works and Infrastructure counterpart, Mr.
NCDMB Showcases Local Content Milestones to Nigerian Army Personnel
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) on Thursday in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, played host to a visiting team of ranking military officers from the Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC), Abuja, who are in the state on a local study tour. At
NNPC Ltd/First E&P JV Records 96% Reduction in Gas Flaring
NNPC Ltd and First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited (First E&P) Joint Venture (JV) has successfully achieved 96% reduction in routine flaring of associated gas (AG) from the Anyala (OML 83) and Madu (OML 85) fields. This was in their commitment to
Amaechi Honours Wike with Award for Completing Rivers State Medical College
Chibuike Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, has dedicated an award to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Nyesom Wike, acknowledging his commitment to completing the Rivers State University (RSU) College of Medical Sciences during his tenure as governor of Rivers
