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Tinubu Orders Political Appointees Eyeing 2027 Elections to Resign by March 31

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees under his administration who intend to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31, 2026. The directive affects a wide range of officials, including ministers, ministers of state, special advisers, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal assistants, as well as directors-general and chief executive […]

Tinubu Arrives UK for Historic State Visit to Windsor Castle

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have arrived at Stansted Airport, marking the beginning of a landmark state visit to the United Kingdom. The presidential aircraft touched down on Tuesday, according to a post by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication. The visit follows an invitation from King Charles III and Queen Camilla, making it the first […]

Wale Adenuga Responds to Papa Ajasco Actor’s Claims of Financial Hardship

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Filmmaker Wale Adenuga, CEO of Wale Adenuga Productions, has addressed recent claims by actor Abiodun Ayoyinka—famously known as Papa Ajasco—who said he is facing financial difficulties despite his decades-long role in the popular TV series Papa Ajasco and Company. In a statement released on Wednesday, March 18, Adenuga described the narrative as “false and misleading”, providing details of his professional […]

Edo Govt Warns Contractors: Deliver Quality or Rebuild at Your Cost

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has issued a strong warning to contractors handling infrastructure projects, directing them to strictly adhere to approved quality standards or face compulsory reconstruction at their own expense. The directive was delivered by the Special Adviser on Projects Implementation and Monitoring, Williams-Bello Phoebe, during an inspection of key road projects in the Edo […]

Federal Recognition Confirms Edo‑Gov 2.0 as a Landmark in Nigeria’s Digital Governance

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

By Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele, PhD The Federal Government has recently urged state governments to deepen public service reforms and strengthen digital transformation. This call has highlighted Edo State under Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo, whose visionary leadership is reshaping governance through technology. The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) in Abuja has not only encouraged […]

Report: Trump Reacts With Laughter to Intelligence Briefing on Mojtaba Khamenei Allegations

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly reacted with laughter during an intelligence briefing concerning allegations about Mojtaba Khamenei, according to a report by the New York Post. The report claimed Trump was briefed by intelligence officials on personal allegations relating to Khamenei’s private life and responded with surprise and amusement. Sources cited in the report said others present during […]

Okpebholo Assures Restoration of Court, INEC Operations as Ramat Park Flyover Nears Completion

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured residents that the ongoing construction of the Ramat Park flyover in Benin City will restore full operations at the High Court and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office affected by persistent flooding. Speaking during an inspection of the project, the governor said the longstanding flooding in the area had disrupted key institutions […]

FIFA Sanctions NFF, DR Congo FA Over Playoff Incident; Silent on Eligibility Protest

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

World football governing body FIFA has sanctioned both the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Congolese Football Association following disciplinary incidents during the African playoff final for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, FIFA did not address Nigeria’s protest against DR Congo national football team over allegations of fielding ineligible players during the match. According to FIFA’s disciplinary report, both football bodies were found […]