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By Deborah Nnamdi In a notable public appearance symbolizing renewed political calm, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, was seen sitting alongside Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and State Assembly Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, just days after their reconciliation was facilitated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The three prominent figures came together on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the funeral service of Elder Temple Omezuruike Onuoha, Wike’s uncle and Head of the Oro-Ekpoduta Clan. The service was held at the Greater Evangelism World Crusade in Rumuepirikom, Obio Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. Their joint presence at the…

Photo: Alhaji Umar Ganduje By Didimoko A. Didimoko Abdullahi Umar Ganduje sent a shockwave through Nigeria’s political landscape on Friday with his resignation as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on alleged health concerns, even though there had been a growing internal pressure, zoning disputes, and unresolved corruption allegations that may have forced his exit. Ganduje submitted his resignation to the APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, ahead of a crucial National Working Committee (NWC) meeting in Abuja. His letter dated June 24, 2025, pointed to his desire to prioritise his health, but the political context surrounding…

By Deborah Nnamdi Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has reportedly stepped down from his position. While the precise reasons for his resignation remain unclear at the time of reporting, a senior party official confirmed the news, stating, “Yes, it is true. He has resigned.” Further fueling speculation, sources disclosed that Ganduje’s items were earlier removed from his office at the APC national secretariat. The unexpected development has confused the party’s headquarters, leaving staff and visitors visibly stunned.

Photo: Kemi Adetiba: The King of Boys returns with ‘To Kill a Monkey’ By Oghenekevwe Kofi Nigerian filmmaker Kemi Adetiba returns to the spotlight with To Kill a Monkey, a bold new crime thriller series set to debut exclusively on Netflix on July 18, 2025. Best known for her critically acclaimed political saga King of Boys, Adetiba now shifts focus to the shadowy world of cybercrime in what is shaping up to be one of Nollywood’s most ambitious streaming projects to date. The eight-episode mini-series follows Efemini, an unassuming man whose life spirals out of control after a chance reunion…

Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced the restoration of peace in the state after a high-level reconciliation meeting facilitated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House in Abuja. Speaking to reporters after the closed-door session, Fubara described the outcome as a “divine intervention” and pledged to do all he could to maintain the peace achieved through the mediation effort. “For me, it’s a day we have to thank Almighty God. What we need for the progress of Rivers State is peace, and by the special grace of God, this night, with the help of Mr President…

By Douglas Maha and Deborah Nnamdi Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS)—soon to be renamed the National Revenue Service (NRS)—has announced that the recently signed four tax reform bills will come into effect on January 1, 2026. Adedeji explained that the start date allows for a six-month window to facilitate planning, public awareness, and alignment with the fiscal calendar. He made this known while speaking to State House Correspondents on Thursday, June 26, 2025, following the signing of the bills by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. He added that sufficient time is needed…

President Bola Tinubu has appointed 60-year-old Grace Henry as the new chairperson of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion, marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman and the first non-commissioned officer to lead the nation’s foremost veterans’ organization. The appointment was announced in a statement released on Thursday in Abuja by Chief Abdul Lauya, Senior Special Assistant to the Chairman on Media and Digital Communications, and reported by the News Agency of Nigeria. Henry takes over from retired Major General Abdulmalik Jibrin. According to the statement, her appointment became effective on June 7 and was officially…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public health warning regarding a counterfeit version of the cancer medication Herceptin® 600mg/5ml (Trastuzumab Solution for Injection), reportedly discovered in Ghana and allegedly sourced from Nigeria. The warning, published on NAFDAC’s official website on Thursday, alerts the public and healthcare providers to the presence of the falsified product bearing batch number A8519. NAFDAC confirmed that this batch number does not match any legitimate product manufactured or distributed by Roche, the original producer of Herceptin. “This counterfeit was reportedly presented by a patient at a hospital in…

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations raised by a retired Superintendent of Police in a viral video concerning the welfare and pension entitlements of retired officers. The retired officer, who served in the Nigeria Police Force for 35 years, reportedly turned down a retirement package of N2 million, describing it as inadequate. In the viral video, the officer—who retired on October 1, 2023—voiced his deep dissatisfaction over what he termed an insufficient payout. He stated that the Nigeria Police Pension Board had recently informed him that his total retirement entitlement amounted to N3…

President Bola Tinubu has declined to sign the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Amendment Bill, 2025, recently passed by the National Assembly. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the bill sought to empower the NDLEA to retain a portion of the proceeds recovered from drug-related crimes—a proposal that deviates from the current legal provisions. The President’s decision was formally conveyed to the House of Representatives and read during Thursday’s plenary by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Citing Section 58(4) of the 1999 Constitution, President Tinubu argued that the bill conflicts with existing laws, which mandate that all proceeds from…