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Nigerian domestic airline, Green Africa, has temporarily suspended its flight operations due to an unexpected issue with its aircraft lessor. In a statement issued on Monday, the airline expressed regret over the disruption and assured passengers that efforts were underway to resolve the situation. “We sincerely apologise to our valued customers who will be impacted by this disruption. Please rest assured that we are actively working towards ensuring that we are able to resume operations in very short order,” the statement read. While Green Africa did not provide further details on the issue, the airline emphasized its commitment to resuming…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blamed the recent killing of northern travelers in Uromi, Edo State, on what it describes as the failure of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration to address security concerns. In a statement issued on Monday, the PDP alleged that the state’s deteriorating security situation was a direct result of government inaction, despite prior warnings about a breakdown in security structures. The party recalled that on February 5, just a month before the attack, members of the Edo State Security Network (ESSN) staged a public protest in Benin City, expressing a lack of confidence in their commander,…

The Chief of Staff to the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Edison Ehie, has alleged that he was offered a ₦5 billion bribe to back the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara during his tenure as Majority Leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly. Speaking on Channels Television on Sunday, Ehie claimed to have evidence of the offer saved on his phone. “In early October 2023, I was approached with a bribe of ₦5 billion for impeachment. I have the proof on my phone. I have also printed and distributed copies in case they try to harm me. I already…

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dele Momodu, has strongly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it a threat to democracy. Tinubu’s directive, which includes suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and the state House of Assembly for six months, has sparked widespread criticism. Speaking on The Morning Brief, a Channels Television program on Monday, Momodu joined a growing number of voices opposing the president’s actions. “I find this very unfortunate. I know President Tinubu very well. Although we have never been in the same party, we were together in…

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called on Igbos to remain vigilant and prepared for self-defense following the recent killing of several Northern hunters in Uromi, Edo State. In a statement issued by IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful, the group warned the Hausa community to avoid being drawn into ethnic conflicts that could escalate tensions. Powerful accused certain Arewa groups of inciting violence against Igbos and Christians in retaliation for the Edo killings. “The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) cautions Arewa groups and their leaders, who are allegedly instigating attacks on Igbos and Christians. Such actions must stop immediately,” the…

The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has announced the recovery of $4.85 billion from unpaid liabilities owed by oil and gas companies operating in the country. NEITI’s Executive Secretary, Dr. Orji Orji, disclosed this during a press conference over the weekend, stating that the recovered amount is part of a total of $8.26 billion (N9.33 trillion at an exchange rate of N1,500 per dollar) identified in its 2021 oil and gas audit report. Dr. Orji emphasized that while progress has been made, unresolved financial liabilities remain a critical concern. He noted that NEITI’s latest industry report for 2023, released…

Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims surrounding an alleged obituary photo of his principal circulating online. Reports had surfaced on social media platforms, including TikTok and X, suggesting that Wike collapsed at an event in Abuja on Friday. Some users went as far as sharing an obituary-style image, falsely claiming the Minister had passed away. However, Wike made a public appearance on Sunday when he led a delegation of FCT community leaders on a Sallah homage to President Bola Tinubu…

The Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Risku Muhammed, has raised concerns over rising criminal activities in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA), alleging that 20 cows were poisoned and 200 rustled in separate incidents. Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Muhammed claimed that a farmer, identified as Bawa Oneh, allegedly laced rice chaff with poison and invited a herder to graze his cattle on it in Ucha village. According to him, 13 cows died instantly, while seven others are receiving veterinary care. He also reported that 200 cows were stolen last Thursday, but security…

Jerry Omotsegunwa, the Special Assistant on Electronic Media to suspended Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Fubara to reveal the real cause of their political conflict. Omotsegunwa stated that neither Wike nor Fubara had provided a clear explanation for the crisis that has engulfed the state. “The FCT minister has not disclosed what triggered the crisis, and the governor, too, has not offered any clarity,” he said in a statement. He also noted that Fubara remains in the dark about why Wike turned against him. The prolonged…

The Kano State Government has dispatched a high-powered delegation to Edo State to engage with authorities following the tragic killing of 16 northern travelers in Uromi. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, disclosed this development, emphasizing the delegation’s mandate to collaborate with the Edo State Government in identifying the perpetrators and ensuring justice for the victims. Waiya described the incident as a “barbaric act” and reiterated the government’s commitment to securing justice. “The Kano State Government is deeply saddened by the recent tragic incident in Edo State, which claimed the lives of innocent individuals, the majority…