By Joke Kujenya THE RIVERS State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, citing allegations of gross misconduct. The move signals escalating political tensions in the state amid disputes over governance and constitutional obligations. The Assembly, led by Speaker Ma...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter ATTEMPTS BY international drug trafficking syndicates to smuggle illicit substances hidden in prayer beads, clothing, and board game packs to destinations including the United States of America (USA), Saudi Arabia, Italy, Poland, and the United Arab Emirates have been thwarted by operatives of the N...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter SENATOR OLUREMI Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, has reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to providing opportunities for women across all sectors, urging them to secure their rightful place through dedication and perseverance. Speaking at the State House in Abuja during a courtesy visit by officials...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has listed its 2025 intervention disbursement plan, earmarking substantial financial support for public tertiary institutions across Nigeria. During a strategic workshop in Abuja on Thursday, the Executive Secretary of TETFund, Arch. Sonny Echono, detailed...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter CYBERSTALKING AND defamation case filed by Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) against four journalists has been struck out by the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, following an amicable settlement. Presiding over the case (FHC/L/774C/2024), Justice Ayokunle Faji ruled in favour of dismissal after the ...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE BATTLE against illicit drugs in Nigeria has gained international recognition as the French government commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its exceptional crackdown on drug trafficking. In a move to strengthen bilateral cooperation, France also donated operational equip...
By AMID THA political unrest that has gripped the Lagos State House of Assembly over the last few weeks, President Bola Tinubu held a crucial meeting with lawmakers at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday. The intent was to resolve deepening divisions within the legislature amid ongoing power struggles. The meeting, which commenced on...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter TENSIONS ESCALATED in Rivers State earlier Wednesday as Governor Siminalayi Fubara was denied entry into the Assembly Quarters to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill. He said this was despite his formally notifying the House leadership of his intention, reinforcing the deepening political rift between F...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE NIGERIAN oil and gas sector is emerging as a prime destination for global investment, with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) urging investors to seize opportunities in the country’s energy market. This call was made by the Executive Vice President, Upstream, Mr. Udy Ntia...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter CRACKDOWN CONTINUES on drug trafficking as the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) apprehended an automobile spare parts dealer, Levi Chidiebele Ubodoeze, over a foiled attempt to smuggle cocaine to Angola. This arrest comes just weeks after he was declared wanted for the crime. The operatio...
