In a significant legal development, the Court of Appeal has affirmed Martin Amaewhule as the legitimate Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. This ruling brings clarity to the political leadership in the state while also casting doubt on the legality of the Rivers 2024 budget, which has now been declared void by the…
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BOT) has recommended an urgent National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting to resolve the ongoing crisis within the party. The call for swift action was made by the PDP BOT Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, during a recent meeting in Abuja. According to Wabara, the NEC meeting is crucial…
In a groundbreaking legal case, an Indian couple has won a legal battle for their deceased son’s sperm to fulfill their dream of continuing their son’s legacy through surrogacy. The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of Harbir Kaur and Gurvinder Singh, allowing them to use the frozen sperm of their late son, Preet Inder…
New Price Hikes for Number Plates and Driver’s Licenses Add to Nigerians’ Financial Burden The Tinubu government increases license and number plate fees amid growing economic challenges, further burdening Nigerians with higher costs for essential services. The Joint Tax Board (JTB) has announced a significant hike in the prices for national driver’s licenses and vehicle…
Understanding the Factors Behind NNPCL’s Recent Fuel Price Hike The NNPCL fuel price increase has sparked widespread discussions across Nigeria. According to petroleum marketers, the complete removal of subsidies on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by the Nigerian government is the key reason for the hike in fuel prices. As of October 2024, the Nigerian National…
Hardship: I Can’t Afford Diesel Anymore, People Aren’t Addressing Hunger — Rotimi Amaechi Expresses Frustration Former Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Amaechi, has voiced his deep frustration with how Nigerians are handling the worsening economic crisis. In a recent interview with Igbere TV, Amaechi shared his concerns about the rising cost of living and criticized the…
Veteran actress Yetunde Wunmi lost her marriage and child to acting, a revelation she shared in an emotional interview with BBC Yorùbá. Wunmi, whose journey into the entertainment industry began in 1982, explained how her passion for acting caused personal sacrifices, including the end of her marriage. Her love for the craft, which started after…
Access Bank Delays System Upgrade Originally Scheduled for October 12 Access Bank postpones system upgrade initially scheduled for October 12, reassuring customers that banking services will remain fully operational during this period. The bank communicated this decision through an email to its customers, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing service functionality and improving the overall customer…
Following the sociopolitical crises that have bedeviled Rivers State in recent times, the spiritual leader of the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star, His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, has waded in, assuring Governor Sim Fubara of protection, restoration of peace, and success in his administration. To this end, the spiritual leader has ordered his teeming…
On Wednesday, petrol prices saw yet another steep hike at Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations, with motorists in Lagos and Abuja rushing to stock up on fuel in response to the sudden price increase. In Lagos, the pump price jumped to ₦998 per litre, a significant rise from the previous ₦855 per…
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