“THEIR RIFT IS SPIRITUAL” – BRACKET’S SMASH OPENS UP ON P-SQUARE’S BREAKUP
Obumneme Ali, popularly known as Smash of the award-winning duo Bracket, has weighed in on the widely publicized fallout between the iconic twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye, better known as P-Square. Speaking on the AFRIMMA Podcast alongside his music partner Vast, Smash revealed that the rift between the Okoye brothers is deeper than what […]
EDO GOVERNOR OKPEBHOLO UNVEILS 300 MOTORBIKES TO SMOKE OUT CRIMINALS
In a bold move to stamp out insecurity, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has handed over 300 motorbikes to security agencies across the state’s three senatorial districts. The commissioning ceremony, held Tuesday at the Government House, Benin City, brought together key security chiefs, including Edo State Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, Commander of […]
SEC WARNS NIGERIANS AGAINST “TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE” INVESTMENT PLATFORMS
The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, has issued a strong warning to Nigerians: beware of online platforms offering unrealistic financial returns. Agama emphasized that the true sign of a legitimate investment scheme is registration with the SEC—not just a CAC certificate. “If it sounds too good to be true, […]
CRAN Mourns Former IGP Solomon Arase — A True Ally of the Press
The Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN) has paid heartfelt tribute to the late former Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase, describing him as a rare gem in the force and a dependable friend to journalists. CRAN President, Olalekan Olabulo, recalled Arase’s deep connection with crime reporters, dating back to his days at the SCID, Yaba […]
WIKE REGAINS POLITICAL CONTROL IN RIVERS STATE AMID CONTROVERSIAL LG POLLS!
In a dramatic twist in Rivers State politics, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has reclaimed grassroots control after the August 30 local government elections, with his loyalists sweeping 20 of 23 LGAs across both APC and PDP. Governor Fubara, Wike’s estranged political godson, even lost his own LGA (Opobo-Nkoro) to the opposition. The polls, held under […]
GOV OKPEBHOLO INTENSIFIES OVERSIGHT ON ROAD PROJECTS, DEMANDS QUALITY, SPEED FROM CONTRACTORS
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has intensified pressure on contractors handling critical road projects across the State, insisting on the delivery of durable infrastructure that reflects value for taxpayers’ money. On August 31, 2024, the Governor undertook an extensive inspection tour of several road projects on his return from Irrua, in Esan Central Local […]
Okpebholo at 55: Governor Marks Birthday with Thanksgiving, Declares Victories Against Cultism, Kidnapping, and Crime
Gov Okpebholo Reaffirms Commitment to Fight Cultism and Kidnapping in Edo State Gov Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to confronting and defeating the twin scourges of cultism and kidnapping, which have long plagued the state. Speaking at a special thanksgiving service held at the Government House Chapel to mark his 55th birthday, Governor Okpebholo […]
2027: PDP, CUPP, SDP Slam APC Over “Open” Presidential Ticket Declaration
Opposition parties accuse APC of deceptive tactics and pre-arranged outcome ahead of 2027 elections Prominent opposition parties the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), and the Social Democratic Party (SDP) have strongly criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for what they call a “deceptive” declaration of an open 2027 […]
Gov Okpebholo Decorates 42 Newly-Promoted Police Officers
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has decorated forty-two Promoted Police Officers attached to the Government House in Benin City following their recent promotion, with a charge to uphold integrity, professionalism, and renewed dedication to safeguarding lives and property. Represented at the decoration ceremony by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Gani Audu, Governor Okpebholo congratulated […]
Passport Fees Increased: FG Hikes Cost to ₦100,000 and ₦200,000 Starting September 1, 2025
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a significant increase in passport fees, with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) confirming that the new charges ₦100,000 for a 32-page passport and ₦200,000 for a 64-page passport will take effect from September 1, 2025. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) announced on Thursday, August 28, that starting September […]
