Politics

By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The House of Representatives has passed a bill seeking to hold general elections for all political offices on the same day. The proposed legislation, which has passed its second reading, aims to synchronize elections for the President, governors, National Assembly members, state assembly members, and local government …

By Ekpenyong Emmanuel President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on winning the prestigious 2025 Sunhak Peace Founders’ Award. Tinubu applauded Jonathan’s consistent advocacy for peace, harmony, and communality, which has earned him global recognition. According to a statement released by the president’s Special Adviser on Information and …

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice-Admiral (rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has confirmed the resignation of the state’s Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, describing it as an unfortunate development. Ibas commended Nwaeke’s contributions during his tenure and wished him success in his future endeavors. In the interim, Dr. Iyingi …

Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has recused himself from the case filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and others. The suit seeks to stop the Senate from investigating her over alleged misconduct. During Tuesday’s proceedings, Justice Egwuatu announced his decision to …