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The Senator representing Delta North, Senator Ned Nwoko has urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to abandon any plans of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), asserting that the ruling party has no interest in his membership. Nwoko made this statement in Agbor, Delta State, during the official defection of members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) under the Delta Unity Group (DUG) in Ika Federal Constituency to the APC. He expressed strong confidence that the APC in Delta State is well-positioned to defeat Governor Oborevwori and the PDP in the 2027 general elections. This comes amid ongoing speculation about the…

… 6 Tips and DIY on Aloe Vera Use and Benefit By Orezi Ogaga Amagada In a beauty world overflowing with 12-step routines and lab-formulated serums, aloe vera is the humble green plant that is stealing the spotlight—and doing it all with quiet confidence. Aloe vera, the long-time sunburn soother, has officially graduated from your vacation skincare kit to front-row status in modern beauty routines. Why? Because this little succulent is a minimalist’s dream: one ingredient, endless benefits. From hydrating dry skin to calming breakouts, aloe vera is the skin savior that works across skin types, seasons, and lifestyles. No…

Governor Bassey Otu has described the commencement of construction on Section 3A/3B of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a historic breakthrough for Cross River State and the South-South region. The governor spoke during the flag-off of the 70km long Section 3A/3B, with Section 3A of the road linking Cross River and Akwa Ibom States, and other states in the South-south and South Eastern part of the country. He lauded the project as “a bold and visionary move that will transform the economic fortunes of our region,” saying it will restore Calabar’s status as a maritime hub while enhancing connectivity by…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Cross River State Police Command has dismissed Inspector Effiong Bassey for fatally shooting one individual and injuring two others in Calabar, the state capital. Police spokesperson Irene Ugbo confirmed the dismissal in a statement on Monday, noting that Bassey has been arraigned and is currently remanded at the Afokang Correctional Centre. She said, “The Police Officer has been duly dismissed, charged to court, and remanded at Afokang Correctional Centre. We visited the deceased family on the same day and also went to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital to see the injured victims, who underwent a…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigeria’s 23 power generation companies have warned that they can no longer ensure a stable electricity supply due to a deepening liquidity crisis in the electricity market, with outstanding debts now surpassing N4 trillion. In a statement released on Monday and signed by Col. Sani Bello (retd.), Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Power Generation Companies, the firms raised serious concerns about the growing financial strain. They cautioned that without urgent intervention, ongoing operational challenges and the mounting debt could lead to the shutdown of power plants. The companies stated that the persistent…

Governors elected under the platform of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have firmly ruled out any possibility of a merger or coalition with other political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. This declaration comes amidst ongoing political realignments and speculations about potential alliances as Nigeria’s major parties gear up for the next electoral cycle. The resolution was a major outcome of the PDP Governors Forum’s 24th general meeting for the 2025 political year, held on Monday at the Oyo State Governor’s Office, Agodi Secretariat, in Ibadan. The meeting brought together state governors elected on the PDP ticket to…

Photo: Kerianne Flynn, Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez, Aisha Bowe, Gayle King and Amanda Nguyen pose for a photo following Monday’s flight. (Screengrab via Blue Origin) Adapted from Yahoo! news Blue Origin marked a milestone in commercial spaceflight on Monday with the successful launch and return of its first all-female crew, a moment the company celebrated as historic. The mission, designated NS-31, was the 31st overall and the 11th human flight for the space tourism company founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos. The brief suborbital journey carried six women past the Kármán line, an internationally recognized boundary of space located 62…

By Deborah Nnamdi Chief Magistrate Ejike George of the Rivers State Judiciary has officially resigned, expressing concern over the recent appointment of a Sole Administrator to manage the state’s affairs. In his resignation letter dated April 11, 2025, and addressed to the Honourable Chief Judge of Rivers State through the Secretary of the Judicial Service Commission, George noted that he has served in the judiciary for sixteen years. He described the move to install a Sole Administrator as akin to a “quasi-military administration.” The letter was titled ‘Voluntary Retirement From Service’. George expressed dismay over the direction of the governance…

By Deborah Nnamdi A tragic accident in Uburu, located in the Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, has claimed the lives of two individuals and left 23 others injured. The incident occurred when a 508 bus, reportedly carrying around 25 passengers—including children—lost control at a sharp bend, collided with another vehicle, and somersaulted. According to eyewitnesses, the victims were Ebonyi natives residing in Imo State, returning from a burial ceremony in Okporike, Abakaliki, when the crash happened. A nine-month-old baby girl and an adult female died at the scene. Their deaths were later confirmed at the David Umahi Federal…

At least eight candidates shortlisted for teaching positions under the Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) have been disqualified after testing positive for banned substances during a mandatory screening process. The development was disclosed on Monday in a statement issued by TESCOM’s Press Secretary, Sam Onile, who cited the Commission’s Chairman, Bello Abubakar. According to the statement, the affected applicants tested positive for a range of illicit and controlled substances, including benzodiazepine, tramadol, cotinine, marijuana, and amphetamine. The screening was conducted in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), with the full backing of the state government. Abubakar…