Former Minister of Agriculture and Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Audu Ogbeh has died
Former Minister of Agriculture and Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Audu Ogbeh has died. He passed peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 78. The Ogbeh family announced his passing in a heartfelt statement, describing him as a man of unwavering integrity, dedication, and service to the nation. […]
Remi Tinubu Donates ₦500 Million and Relief Materials to Flood Victims in Adamawa
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has extended a significant gesture of support to flood-affected communities in Adamawa State with the donation of ₦500 million and vital relief materials. Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, in a public statement, expressed profound appreciation on behalf of the people of Adamawa, describing the First Lady’s intervention […]
White House Nominates Nigerian-American Ademola Adewale-Sadik as U.S. Executive Director to African Development Bank
The White House has formally sent the nomination of Nigerian-American professional Ademola Adewale-Sadik to the United States Senate for confirmation as the country’s Executive Director at the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group. The appointment, if confirmed, will be for a five-year term and will see him represent U.S. interests at one of Africa’s most […]
Yakubu Gowon University Appoints New Acting Vice-Chancellor
Professor Matthew Adamu has been appointed as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, formerly known as the University of Abuja. His appointment, which takes effect from August 11, 2025, will last for three months. Adamu succeeds Professor Patricia Manko Lar, who served as Acting Vice-Chancellor for six months. Adamu is a […]
Onitsha Port Welcomes First Barge of 2025 Season, Stakeholders Push for Year-Round Operations
The Onitsha River Port in Anambra State has officially received its first barge of the 2025 season, signalling renewed activity at one of Nigeria’s key inland waterway hubs. The vessel, MV Zupitor/MV RB Alaska, arrived at the port to the excitement of traders, port workers and community members, marking the beginning of the annual […]
Police Cite Forgery, Cyberstalking in Sowore’s Arrest, Deny Torture Allegations
The Nigeria Police Force has explained the arrest of human rights activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, saying he was apprehended on allegations of forgery, cyberstalking, and other offenses under investigation. Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement on Friday, stressed that the arrest was lawful, conducted with due process, […]
Smiles for Some, Waiting for Others as FG Begins ₦1.4 Trillion Contractor Debt Clearance
The Federal Government has commenced payment of contractors who executed projects in 2024 and had their payment details uploaded between November and December last year, leaving others from the same period still awaiting payment due to delayed processing. An anonymous contractor told Unfiltered Reporters that he had received his payment after months of waiting. […]