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On this occasion of celebration of May 29th, Democraxy Day, the National Chairman of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the foremost regional body championing the interests of the Niger Delta hereby extends heartfelt commendations to the Governors of the South-South region for their leadership and commendable performance in governance. PANDEF especially salutes Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, Governor Prince Bassey Otu of Cross State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, and Governor Similayi Fubara of Rivers State, for their unwavering commitment to infrastructural development, including major road constructions, bridge expansions, urban renewal project, agricultural development and the…
The Bayelsa West People’s Assembly (BWPA), has refuted the misleading claims of Rescue Mission Youth Vanguard of the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri’s respect for zoning arrangement in Bayelsa West. “Lokpobiri who hails from Ekeremor Local Government Area, served as Senator representing Bayelsa West for two tenures, from 5th of June, 2007 to 6th of June, 2015, recontested for third tenure because there was no zoning arrangement. “His third tenure senate ambition was stopped by political leaders, stakeholders and the leadership of the PDP as at then, as he challenged the party primaries from Federal…
Yesterday, youths from the Bayelsa west senatorial district described as “Ofurumapepe Youths” that is companied with grassroot mobilizers at various levels stormed Ogobiri community, the Administrative headquarters of the Mein Oyakiri rural development authority, in Sagbama local government area, of Bayelsa State. The youths were led by a former Political Secretary to Sagbama local government council, Mr Preye Okoriye to people of Ogobiri, to share common believe as they tend to scout the development level of the area and seek information about what can contribute to enhanced human capital advancement to the people. During the meeting with community leaders, and…
Ex – agitators from the Niger Delta region under the auspices of “The Reformed Niger Delta Ex-Agitators Forum and Delegates of the Presidential Amnesty Program (PAP)” which cut across over eight (8) Niger Delta states, held a crucial meeting at Akure, Ondo State on Sunday, 18th May, to delibrate on issues of their initial two weeks ultimatum which expired on Tuesday, 20th May 2025. The members have within the last two months held several meetings in Warri, Delta, Akure in Ondo, Sagbama in Bayelsa, Port Harcourt in Rivers, Uyo in Akwa Ibom, Edo and Cross Rivers States. …
The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has announced plans to establish electric vehicle factories in Nigeria as part of a broader strategy to enhance Sino-Nigerian cooperation in the solid minerals sector. During a recent visit to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, Ambassador Dunhai highlighted the importance of closer ties between the two nations to foster Nigeria’s industrial growth. A statement from the minister’s media office confirmed China’s intention to invest in EV manufacturing within Nigeria. Ambassador Dunhai described Nigeria as a country rich in natural resources and noted China’s prioritization of…
Former President of the United States of America Joe Biden was diagnosed last Friday with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, according to a statement released by his personal office on Sunday. The diagnosis came after Biden sought medical evaluation for a newly discovered prostate nodule following worsening urinary symptoms. The cancer is characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) and has metastasized to his bones, indicating an advanced stage of the disease. However, the statement emphasized that the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management through treatment. Biden and his family are currently…
On May 11, 2025, the Reform Niger Delta Ex-Agitators Forum and the United Ex-Agitators Forum Leadership convened in Port Harcourt, where representatives from both forums unanimously adopted a three-point agenda: 1. Immediate reinstatement of all unlawfully delisted delegates of the Presidential Amnesty Program (PAP). 2. A substantial increase in monthly stipends from ₦65,000 to ₦300,000 for all beneficiaries. 3. Strategic collaboration with multinational oil companies to provide skills training and employment opportunities for delegates. To strengthen their advocacy, the forums will: – Address an open letter to the top Six(6) leaders (generals) from major camps and states, recognizing their…
This letter is addressed to the six (6) biggest camp leaders in the Niger Delta area, which includes; High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo, the Ibe-ebidouwei 1 of Niger Delta, Dr. Ebikabowei Victor Ben aka Boyloaf, HRH Farah Dagogo, the Amanayanbo of Elem Tombia, High Chief Bibopere Ajube aka Shoot-at-Sight, the Beleukoriwei 1 of Arogbo Kingdom, HRM King Ateke Michael Tom, the Amanayanbo of Okochiri Kingdom and Sekuru 1 of Niger Delta, HRH, Dr. Selky Kile Torughedi aka Gen. Young Shall Grow, the (Eyewei V) Amanawei of Azuzuama Community. Dear Esteemed Leaders, A PASSIONATE APPEAL FOR YOUR INTERVENTION IN…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 717 cases of Lassa fever from 4,881 suspected cases reported between January and May 4, 2025. These cases span 18 states and 93 local government areas, according to the latest NCDC situation report released on Wednesday. Tragically, 138 deaths have been recorded, yielding a Case Fatality Rate (CFR) of 19.3 percent. The states hardest hit include Ondo with 27 deaths, Taraba with 34, Edo with 19, and Bauchi with 15, among others. The full list of states reporting fatalities also features Ebonyi, Kogi, Gombe, Plateau, Benue, Nasarawa, Kaduna, Enugu,…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that a total of 379,997 candidates from Lagos and five South-East states will retake the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) following what it described as a “sabotage” of the testing process. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, took full responsibility for the irregularities and said fresh dates will be communicated directly to the affected candidates via text messages starting Thursday. “The affected candidates will start getting text messages for reschedule starting from tomorrow,” Oloyede said. “I apologise, I take full responsibility.” The…