By current matters The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared the Managing Director of Fargo Petroleum and Gas Limited, Seun Ogunbambo, wanted for allegedly defrauding the Federal Government to the tune of N976.65 million. In a statement issued on Friday by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, the commission […]
Iran Strikes Israel in Retaliation for Nuclear Site Attacks
By Barth Ikiebe Iran has launched a barrage of missiles targeting Israel, escalating a volatile conflict following Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and military leaders. Associated Press reported air raid sirens blared across Israel, with explosions rocking Jerusalem and plumes of smoke rising over Tel Aviv. The Israeli military […]
Israel Launches 14-Day “Operation Rising Lion” Against Iran.
By Barth Ikiebe With Agency Reports Israel has initiated a significant military campaign targeting Iran, with 14 days of coordinated airstrikes aimed at dismantling Tehran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. A senior Israeli official and Prime Minister Netanyahu, said the offensive began on June 13 and includes precision strikes on Iran’s […]
Nigerian Editors, Tinubu & Others Celebrate Uncle Sam on 90th Birthday.
By Barth Ikiebe The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has joined Nigerians in celebrating one of its senior members and Publisher of Vanguard Media Group, Prince Sam Amuka-Pemu, on his remarkable 90th birthday. In a statement signed by its General Secretary, Dr. Iyobosa Uwugiaren, the Guild described Uncle Sam’s birthday […]
India Plane Crash: Survivor Shares Frightening Experience.
By Barth Ikiebe with Agency Reports The only known survivor of the tragic London-bound passenger plane that crashed on Thursday in India’s western city of Ahmedabad, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, has shared his frightening experience. The London-bound Air India flight crashed just minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad on Thursday. The […]
Democracy Day: Presidency Expresses Regret Over Honours Mix-Up
By Barth Ikiebe The Presidency has tendered a public apology following the erroneous inclusion of two eminent Nigerians—Pa Reuben Fasoranti and Dr. Edwin Madunagu—under the posthumous category of national honours announced during the 2025 Democracy Day celebrations. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, while delivering his Democracy Day address at the National […]
Many Feared Dead as London-Bound India Aircraft Crashes with 242 Onboard.
By Barth Ikiebe A plane belonging to Air India flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick has crashed shortly after take off with a number of British National on board. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (reg: VT-ANB) lost signal at 08:08:51 UTC, just seconds after takeoff. According to the State Police […]
DEMOCRACY DAY: DE GRATIA BOSS URGES THE MEDIA TO HOLD LEADERS ACCOUNTABLE
By current matters As Nigeria marks Democracy Day today, the Executive Director, De Gratia Centre for Media Rights and Education, Pastor Paulinus Nsirim has called on Media Practitioners to hold those in leadership accountable. In a statement issued in Port Harcourt today, Pastor Nsirim stated that eventhough Nigeria has recorded […]
DEMOCRACY DAY: GOV FUBARA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO RULE OF LAW, INCLUSIVE AND TRANSPARENT GOVERNANCE.
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has restated his strong commitment to upholding the rule of law, protecting fundamental human rights, and ensuring that all citizens, regardless of political affiliation, can actively participate in the democratic process. In his Democracy Day message delivered in Port Harcourt on Thursday, Governor Fubara […]
GOVERNOR FUBARA CELEBRATES BONNY MONARCH AT 60, HONOURS LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has applauded the resilience and compassion shown by the Amanyanabo of Grand Bonny Kingdom, King Edward Asimini William Dappa Pepple III, describing these traits as instrumental in his ability to lead with humility and bring meaningful progress to his people. The Governor offered this […]