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Madagascar’s President Confirms He Has Fled After Military Power Grab

October 16, 2025October 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Madagascar’s ousted president, Andry Rajoelina, has for the first time confirmed that he fled the country following a military-led takeover that capped weeks of mass protests and plunged the nation into political turmoil. In a statement released late Wednesday, the presidency said Rajoelina left between October 11 and 12 after receiving “explicit and extremely serious […]

Body of Raila Odinga Arrives in Nairobi Ahead of State Funeral

October 16, 2025October 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The body of revered Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga arrived in Nairobi on Thursday from India, where he died of a suspected heart attack. A large crowd gathered at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to receive the coffin of the veteran politician, whose passing has plunged the nation into mourning. Odinga, 80, reportedly suffered a heart […]

Okpebholo Absorbs Over 5,000 Contract Teachers into Edo Civil Service

October 16, 2025October 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

…Promises better welfare, says teachers’ reward is here on earth In a landmark move for the education sector, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has officially absorbed over 5,000 contract teachers into the State’s Ministry of Education as permanent staff. The teachers, who had worked for years on contract under the previous administration with a […]

Edo State Government Announces Appointment of Governing Council for Edo State Polytechnic, Usen

October 16, 2025October 16, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has announced the approval of the appointment of a new Governing Council for Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, by His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State. The newly appointed members are; The Governor’s approval reflects his administration’s commitment to strengthening governance structures in the State’s tertiary institutions, with a focus […]

Okpebholo Swears In 19 Commissioners, Warns Against Corruption

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has sworn in 19 Commissioners as well as Chairmen and Members of various Boards and Commissions, charging them to uphold integrity and shun corrupt practices. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Government House in Benin City, with top dignitaries in attendance, including the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis […]

Lagos Government Denies Involvement in FESTAC Demolitions

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Lagos State Government has distanced itself from the recent demolition of structures on Sixth Avenue, FESTAC Town. Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, made this known on Tuesday at Alausa, Ikeja. He clarified that the state government was not responsible for the exercise and reiterated that due process is always […]

Senate Raises Alarm Over Human Rights Abuses of Nigerians in Libya

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Senate has expressed deep concern over persistent human rights violations suffered by Nigerian migrants in Libya, calling on the Federal Government to step up the repatriation and reintegration of citizens stranded in the North African country. At its plenary on Tuesday, the Upper Chamber resolved to take urgent legislative and diplomatic actions to combat […]

Cosmas Maduka Condemns Flaunting of Wealth, Calls ‘Money Na Water’ Culture a “Dead Value System”

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Billionaire businessman and founder of Coscharis Group, Dr. Cosmas Maduka, has strongly criticised the growing trend of flaunting wealth and reckless spending at social gatherings, denouncing the popular slang “money na water” often used to justify such behaviour. In a viral video, Maduka expressed deep concern over what he described as a “dead value system” […]