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  Abel Kachikwu,Petroleum Minister Two groups that are campaining against environmental degradation in Ogoniland; National Union of Ogoni Students (NUOS INTL) USA, and Ogoni Lives Matters International (OLM) USA have called for the disbandment of Hydrocarbon Pollution Restoration Project’s (HYPREP)  and suggested that the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) should step aside in Ogoniland, Rivers State. This was contained in a statement released by the organisations entitled; "HYPREP A FRAUD AND A SCAM; IT SHOULD BE DISBANDED, UNEP SHOULD STEP ASIDE" and dated May 18, 2019. The statement was jointly singed by the President of (NUOS INTL. USA), Mr. Pius Baripkoa Nwinee, Secretary General of (NUOS INTL. USA), Mr. Sampson B Npimnee, Coordinator of  (OLM INTL (Ogoni Lives Matter), USA, Mr. Cornelius J.S Dumerene and Secretary General of (OLM INTL) Ogoni Lives Matter), USA, Mr. Toate Ganago.  "We the National Union of Ogoni Students (NUOS...

 Let’s first look at the role of the media in politics. The media is supposed to be a medium where news and events is transmitted in its pure form to people. In Nigeria the media has become mediocre. It’s an avenue some pawkvy journalists and so called bloggers use to enrich themselves. It’s also an avenue for people to malign each other. Most news these days are sponsored and specifically targeted at opposition or someone perceived to be an enemy. They receive douceur to publish news these days, ofcourse there are a few trusted mediums.Even the president himself has been a victims of these bloggers/journalists. A story was written to say he’s a double called Jibrin, how can someone fabricate such a story and isn’t punished for his or her act. This is because the laws of our country regarding fake news and the media are lacking, government should ratiocinate putting a new law in place to curb this menace. For democracies to work, politicians need to respect the difference be...

As the Election Petitions Tribunal begins hearing cases brought before it by parties challenging the outcome of the 2019 elections in Akwa Ibom State, Governor Udom Emmanuel has reportedly assured bigwigs of his party and cabinet members of victory at the tribunal and in courts. This is even as the Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Mr. Mike Igini lambasted the main opposition party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), for challenging the results of the elections, saying "APC members are in tribunal to make noise to get federal appointment." A serving commissioner in the governor's cabinet who pleaded anonymity told our correspondent that at a recent state executive council meeting, Governor Emmanuel told the exco members not to lose sleep over series of post-election litigations against the PDP. The commissioner, who also said that he has been reliably informed that his name has been penciled down as one of the appointees to be dropped, provide...

  The Federal University of Petroleum FUPRE, Effurun , Delta State is set to confer an award of Doctor of Science degree (Honoris causa) on Nigeria’s celebrated international lawyer, politician and philanthropist, Prince Ned Nwoko between 26th  and 27th April 2019. Prince Nwoko will receive the prestigious honour alongside some eminent Nigerians for his outstanding contributions to social and human capital development. The cerebral politician is being rewarded for his consistency and love for his people, which had earned him accolades within and outside the country. It was stated in a nomination letter signed by the Vice Chancellor of the University Professor A O Akii Ibhobode and dated 15th April 2019 that Prince Nwoko was chosen for the award based on his pedigree of philanthropy, service and integrity. Professor Ibhodode said in the letter that the University was convinced that Ned Nwoko had enduring legacies that would inspire the new generation to pursue...

The event was amazing and breathtaking! It was a convergence of Lagos big boys and hottest ladies, captains of industries, corporate players, upward mobile bankers and dazzling politicos who had come to enjoy intensive night-life and party experience with sophisticated assorted drinks and light shows. Those who were privileged to attend the “LAGOS SHUTDOWN’ at Casa 45, the upscale and exclusive night club located inside Oando building, Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island last Friday, 19th of April 2019 have been awe-struck with the once in a lifetime experience. Casa 45, an ultra-luxurious night club run by Mr Ahmed Betinni, a Night Club expert with over 25years experience in the leisure business on “good Friday” threw its doors open for an unforgettable night life. The event was celebrity laden as top movie icons, fashionistas and galaxy of musical stars invaded Casa 45 on the Friday night for a vibrant celebration of luxury lifestyle. For most of the guests, it w...

Nearly all the laudable policies of the Federal Government since 1999 to present day, emanated either from the bills sponsored by the extra-ordinary lawmaker (Hon. Ned Nwoko) or are motions moved by the Prince of Idumuje-Ugboko, Aniocha North LGA of Delta State during his tenure in the National Assembly. It is on record that Hon. Ned Munir Nwoko who represented Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency between 1999-2003 sponsored twenty-two (22) bills that have direct bearing on the people and equally moved the all-important motion for the National Conference. The bills sponsored by this erudite UK  trained lawyer include the following: (1)  Bill for the establishment of National Information Network Centre (2)  A bill for an act establishing a National Disability allowance (3)  A bill for an act for prohibition of corporal punishment in schools (4)  A bill for an act for compulsory vehicle road worthiness test (5)...

  A close associate of former governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel a.k.a OGD and former Director General of the Ladi Adebutu Governorship Campaign Organization under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Hon. Waliu Taiwo has declared that OGD must lead his supporters to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Waliu Taiwo, who served as a commissioner under OGD was reacting to the decision of the former governor to resign from active politics. Speaking in an interview recently, Taiwo confirmed that it was the supporters of OGD that called for a meeting at his Asoludero Court in Shagamu, Ogun State two weeks ago to urge him to lead them to the APC after they had worked for the success of the party at the governorship election. The former commissioner disclosed that OGD would be compelled by his supporters to remain in politics and lead them to the APC in due course, adding that he could not abandon the boat at the middle of the sea. "We were t...