The House of Representatives has taken a bold step towards reducing corruption and promoting accountability by passing for second reading a constitutional amendment bill aimed at removing the immunity currently granted to the Vice President, Governors, and their Deputies. The bill, which seeks to alter the 1999 Constitution of the …
Read More »Ibas Suspends Rivers Political Office Holders
The Rivers State Government has announced the suspension of all political office holders, particularly those appointed by the suspended governor, Siminalayi Fubara. The suspension affects a wide range of officials, including the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the Chief of Staff, Commissioners, Chairmen, and members of all boards, councils …
Read More »Eid-el-Fitr: FG Declares March 31, April 1 Public Holidays
The Federal Government has announced Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. This declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. In his message, Dr. Tunji-Ojo congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the successful …
Read More »Natasha’s Recall: INEC Begins Petition Verification
By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially notified Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of the recall petition submitted by her constituents. The petition, which was initially deemed incomplete due to lack of contact details, has now been deemed eligible for further processing. According to INEC National Commissioner Sam …
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