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Aiguobasinmwin Movement Rejects Pastor Josephine Ebhaguejezele’s Inauguration as Iyeki

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Aiguobasinmwin Movement Worldwide has condemned the reported inauguration of Pastor Josephine Ebhaguejezele as Iyeki, describing it as a violation of Benin cultural heritage and tradition. In a statement jointly signed by the Culture-President, Mr. Iyamu Osaro, and Secretary General, Mr. Osayuki-Osa Benson, the group emphasized that the title of Iyeki is a sacred institution […]

Edo Hoteliers Accuse EFCC of Harassment, Demand Release of Arrested Youths

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Business and Hoteliers Forum (BHSF), Edo State Chapter, has decried what it described as incessant harassment of its customers by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the state. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday at the Secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Benin City, the forum’s chairman, Omogiade […]

NYCN Ireland Chapter Advocates for Diaspora Voting in Courtesy Visit to Nigerian Consulate in Dublin

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The executives of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ireland Chapter, led by Chairman Ambassador Jeffrey Oronsaye, paid a courtesy visit to the Consulate of Nigeria in Dublin. The delegation was warmly received by the Head of Consular Services, Ambassador Juda Muoh, during an engagement aimed at strengthening ties between the Nigerian youth diaspora […]

Rivers State Cancels Independence Day Parade

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Rivers State Government has announced the cancellation of the parade earlier scheduled for today as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. This was disclosed in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, Special Services Bureau, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Friday Dede. According to him, the decision aligns with the […]

NOA DG Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Civic Reorientation at African Investment Showcase

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, has restated Nigeria’s dedication to sustained civic reorientation as a cornerstone for national development. He emphasized that attitudinal change, value reawakening, and responsible citizenship remain central to the country’s long-term progress. Speaking at the 2025 African Investment Showcase in London, Issa-Onilu delivered a keynote […]

Edo Deputy Governor Idahosa Felicitates Nigerians at 65th Independence Anniversary

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has congratulated Nigerians on the nation’s 65th independence anniversary, urging citizens to see the celebration not only as a symbol of freedom but also as a call to duty. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, Idahosa described October 1st as a reminder of the […]

Speaker Abbas Felicitates Nigerians at 65th Independence, Calls for Unity and Hope

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has congratulated Nigerians on the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary, urging citizens to remain hopeful of a brighter future. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Leke Baiyewu, Abbas noted that Nigeria has weathered a checkered history and continues to move forward, with […]

FG Begins Payment of New Pension Increments for Retirees

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has commenced the implementation of new pension increments for retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme. The adjustment, which adds ₦32,000 to monthly pensions, will take effect from the September 2025 payroll cycle. According to PTAD, the increment follows President Bola Tinubu’s approval of an emergency budgetary allocation announced in […]