The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has directed the South South Zonal Caretaker Committee to take charge of the Cross River State chapter following the expiration of the tenure of the state executive committee today, September 18. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the NWC said the directive is aimed at preventing a leadership vacuum in the state chapter and ensuring smooth party operations until a new executive is elected. The South South Zonal Caretaker Committee, headed by Chief Emmanuel Ogidi, has been mandated to oversee party affairs in…
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The Gombe State Government has launched an urgent assessment of erosion and flood-related infrastructure damage across Gombe Metropolis and surrounding areas following days of heavy rainfall that caused widespread washouts and disruptions to public infrastructure. Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya directed all relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately conduct on-site inspections and recommend swift interventions to protect lives, property, and essential facilities. Acting on the directive, a high-level team led by Danladi Adamu, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Works and Transport, visited nine severely affected sites. The team included representatives from several ministries and Triacta Nigeria Ltd, a…
In a decisive step toward economic revitalization and job creation, Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has formalized a strategic partnership with Origin Group Nigeria, a prominent agro-food systems company. The partnership, officially announced in Yola, is set to unlock large-scale agricultural investments aimed at positioning Adamawa as a key player in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Governor Fintiri assured the company of his administration’s unwavering support, including the provision of a secure and investor-friendly environment to ensure sustainable operations. “This collaboration aligns with our vision to transform Adamawa into an agricultural powerhouse,” the governor said. “We are ready to provide every…
Wrestling legend Rey Mysterio recently revealed that his daughter, Aalyah Gutierrez, stepped into the wrestling ring for the very first time and left quite an impression. In an interview with the Shoboy Show, Mysterio shared the proud moment, saying 24-year-old Aalyah had been asking him for over a year to let her experience the ring for herself. “She wanted the curiosity,” Mysterio said. “Like, what does it feel like? She’s never been in the ring. And she’s like, ‘Dad, when are you taking me to the ring just to play around or to get in there?’” The WWE Hall of Famer…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the end of the six-month state of emergency in Rivers State, effective from midnight today. The decision marks the conclusion of a constitutional intervention aimed at restoring governance and public order following a prolonged political crisis that crippled the state’s executive and legislative functions. In a national broadcast from the State House, President Tinubu recounted the events that led to the declaration on March 18, 2025. He described the situation in Rivers at the time as a “total paralysis of governance,” marked by a deep rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to overhauling the justice system, with a strong focus on grassroots access and digital transformation. Speaking at the 2025 Justice Sector Leadership Retreat held at the Musa Usman Secretariat’s International Conference Centre in Maiduguri, Governor Zulum emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between state and federal institutions to drive sustainable legal reforms. “I reaffirm Borno State’s commitment to working with the Federal Government, the Judiciary, the National Assembly, and development partners to deepen reforms in our justice system, especially at the grassroots level,” Zulum stated. The governor outlined…
The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has provided food and non-food relief items to 2,251flood in Potiskum, Nangere, and Jakusko local government areas of Yobe state. The distribution, which targeted 21 communities in Potiskum, two in Nangere, and six Jakusko, included essential supplies such as rice, spaghetti, vegetable oil nylon mats, blankets, children’s clothing, women’s wrappers, and shadda brocade , among others. Speaking on behalf of the NEDC Managing Director/CEO, Mohammed Gone Alkali the Yobe state NEDC state coordinator, Professor Ali Ibrahim Abbas, appreciated the support of the state government and reiterated the Commission’s commitment to addressing emergencies and promoting development in the region.…
In a bid to promote youth participation in sports, particularly Table Tennis, philanthropist and sports enthusiast Ahmed Khamisu Mailantarki has donated Butterfly Centerfold Table Tennis tables and accessories across the six states of Nigeria’s Northeast region. The donation was made during a two-day Maiden Table Tennis Clinic held at the indoor hall of the Jolly Nyame Stadium in Jalingo, Taraba State. The clinic, as noticed by The Guardian, brought together young participants and coaches from across the six Northeastern states for intensive training and talent discovery. Speaking, Mailantarki stated that his gesture was driven by a passion to develop Table…
The Zamfara State Ministry of Health has responded to the recent announcement by the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN) regarding a proposed seven-day warning strike, urging the union to reconsider its decision in the interest of public health. In an official statement issued by the Ministry’s Information Officer, Suleiman Isah, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nafisa Muhammed Maradun, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to the welfare of all health workers under the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal. Dr. Maradun emphasized that the government has taken concrete steps to improve health workers’ conditions, including a recent salary increase aimed at…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a significant reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, as it begins the direct distribution of the product to filling stations across Nigeria starting Monday, September 15, 2025. In a statement, the company revealed that the ex-depot (gantry) price of PMS will drop to N820 per liter, a move expected to lead to lower pump prices across key states. Retail prices in Lagos and other South-Western states will now stand at N841 per liter, while Abuja, Rivers, Delta, Edo, and Kwara will see prices adjusted to N851 per litre. The…