In a development that could mark a turning point in Rivers State’s political trajectory, efforts are now underway to reconcile the long-standing rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Political analyst, Obiarukwe Ndukwe revealed this during an exclusive interview with TVC News, where she shared new details about a significant meeting between the two leaders aimed at easing tensions and restoring unity in the state. According to Ndukwe, Governor Fubara did not embark on the peace mission alone. He was accompanied by a distinguished delegation of political heavyweights, including…
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By Gbenga Nicholas The Lagos State Police Command has arrested eight individuals in connection with a series of cult-related killings around Yaba College of Technology and its surrounding areas. The suspects were apprehended during an intelligence-led tactical operation on April 29, 2025. According to the police, the suspects, identified as: Adeyemo Abdulsamad (24), alias “Cloud”; Afeez Enitan (28); Ayomide Daniel (30); Olamilekan Adeagbo (26), alias “Skinny”; Mayor Samson (28); Basit Ishola (20); Quadri Sikiru (26); and Mariam Salihu (23); are believed to be linked to violent cult activities that have plagued the area in recent weeks. Police operatives recovered a…
A harmonized centre to prevent immigration document fraud will soon be established in the country, the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has said The Minister disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja when he received in audience the United Kingdom (UK) Minister of State for Home Affairs, David Hanson. Tunji-Ojo said: “One of the key issues we also realized with border control is what we call immigration and document fraud. It is very key and we realized that one of the reasons why this is quite on the rise is because there is no centralized pool of authentication and verification…
Manufacturing Africa (MA), one of the United Kingdom (UK)’s flagship economic development programmes for Africa has signed a strategic partnership agreement with London-based investment firm TLG Capital to strengthen and improve the eligibility of Nigerian manufacturing companies to raise capital through TLG’s Africa Growth Impact Fund II (AGIF II). In a significant milestone, TLG Capital on Tuesday also confirmed the first close of the TLG AGIF II fund, raising $75 million towards its $200 million target. The fund is anchored by the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) and backed by a coalition of forward-looking investors: Swedfund, Norfund, and Bpifrance.…
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has called for the revitalization of Nigeria-Brazil trade relations. The Minister who addressed a gathering of high-net-worth investors and business leaders at a Brazil–Nigeria Business Roundtable held in Rio de Janeiro. At the event which was organized under the auspices of ApexBrasil, Brazil’s leading investment promotion agency, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil and the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES), Tuggar noted that tfw relations is rooted in shared historical and cultural ties. The roundtable featured key figures including José Luis Pinho Leite Gordon, Director of Productive Development, Innovation,…
Nigeria has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in South Kashmir’s Pahalgam. According to reports, the unfortunate attack resulted in the tragic loss of 26 innocent lives, mostly tourists, and left many others injured. The Federal Government, in a statement by the acting spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said terrorism in all its forms and manifestations is a global menace that requires collective action and firm commitment from the international community, adding that: “Nigeria, having faced similar challenges, understands the devastating impact of such acts of violence, reiterates its call for enhanced global cooperation to combat terrorism and…
The Federal Government has launched the Environmental Standards Certification Scheme. The scheme is a national certification framework that equips professionals with verified environmental standards, knowledge and practice. The aim is to help address weak regulatory compliance and fragmented environmental practices, capacity gaps across sectors. The Environmental Standards Certification Scheme is a pioneering initiative under the Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement project supported by the World Bank. Speaking at the launch on Tuesday, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, said that the initiative underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening environmental sustainability and ensuring compliance with global best practices. …
The United Nations (UN) and the European Union (EU) in Nigeria have convened a strategic partnership meeting to strengthen collaboration and improve efficiency and coordination in delivering on shared priorities in support of Nigeria. Convened by the Head of the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Ambassador Gautier Mignot, and the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, the meeting was attended by Ambassadors of the EU Member States in Nigeria and Heads of UN Agencies in the country. “In a fast-evolving world, where multilateralism is challenged, the EU-UN…
The Ijaw Youths Network has commended the Department of State Services for the seizure of 57 AK 47s, other rifles and hundreds of ammunition in Delta State. The IYN also said that the arrest of a Delta State-born UK army Major and others in connection with the gun running reinforces public trust and confidence in the nation’s secret service and its commitment to national security. The IYN Coordinator, Frank Ebikabo and Secretary, Federal Ebiaridor, were reacting to troubling media reports about the arrest of a gun runner with 57 AK47 assault rifles by the DSS near Asaba, Delta State, last…
By Gbenga Nicholas, Abuja The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched its 2025 Management and Board Retreat in Calabar, Cross River State, with the aim of enhancing its operational efficiency and strategic impact in Nigeria’s ongoing fight against corruption. The two-day retreat, which commenced on Tuesday, was officially declared open by the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN. In his opening remarks, Dr. Aliyu emphasized the Commission’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and innovation in tackling corruption. He praised the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the administration’s dedication to anti-corruption continues to…