The Police Service Commission (PSC) has issued a directive mandating the immediate retirement of senior officers in the Nigeria Police Force who have either surpassed 35 years of service or reached the age of 60. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions regarding the tenure of Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who recently celebrated his…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum held its first meeting of the year on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the Government House in Asaba, Delta State. The governors reviewed the performance of PDP-led states, assessed the nation’s condition at the end of 2024, and discussed internal party matters. The forum expressed concern over the…
The Governor, Dr Alex Otti says he is set to award contracts for retrofitting of 22 Secondary Healthcare Centres across the 17 LGAs of the state. Governor Otti who stated this while speaking at the first edition of the Governor’s media engagement for the year 2025 tagged; “Governor Otti Speaks to Abians” disclosed that over Sixteen…
Professor George Chima, the Chairman of the Abia State Independent Electoral Commission, has been abducted by armed assailants. Sources close to the family reveal that Chima was taken from his Okigwe residence in Imo State on Friday evening, where he was host to a gathering of lecturers from Abia State University, Uturu. The incident has…
Governor Alex Otti has assured that the Amorji – Abaiyi – Isi-court Road, in Isialangwa North LGA, abandoned by the immediate past administration of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the State would be completed before the end of the year. Governor Otti gave the assurance on Friday, January 31st, at Isi Ngwa Autonomous Community,…
Governor Hope Uzodimma has given the hint that a new Chief Judge will emerge in Imo State soon. Speaking Friday at the New Exco Chambers, Government House, Owerri, he demonstrated resolve to ensuring adequate and most effective justice dispensation in the State, charging the newly inaugurated Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to commence, immediately, the process…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing internal conflicts and deepening divisions as primary reasons for his exit. In a resignation letter dated January 30 and addressed to PDP leaders in Ward 8, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State,…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has released a notice to assist Nigerians in reporting loan apps that harass their customers. Loan apps became more popular in Nigeria after the emergence of President Muhammadu Buhari as citizens depend on them (loan apps) for swift financial help. However, when borrowers are unable to repay…
Zimbabwe is grappling with a worsening public health crisis as condom prices soar to unprecedented levels in retail shops across the country. A recent survey by iHarare revealed that the cheapest option, Protector Plus, now costs nearly $1.50 per packet, while Fantasy condoms are priced at $3.20, and the internationally recognized Carex brand costs $3.30….
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Abia State Branch, has officially suspended its industrial action following a successful negotiation with the Abia State Government. In a press release issued today, JUSUN announced that the strike suspension comes after the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the union and the government. The agreement…
