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A coalition of civil society organisations under the platform Civic Room for Rule of Law has joined the growing voices calling for the dismissal of Vice Admiral Ibok-ete Ibas (rtd.) as the sole administrator of Rivers State. The group expressed strong support for human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), who recently made a similar appeal

The Emir of Yashikira, Umoru Seriki, has voiced his distress over ongoing attacks allegedly carried out by a new terror group known as ‘Mahmuda’. The group is said to be active in areas within the Kwara North Senatorial District and parts of Niger State. During a conversation with journalists on Sunday, the traditional ruler from

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebu Kingdom, stands as one of Nigeria’s longest-reigning monarchs, having been crowned on April 2, 1960, just months before the country’s independence. With more than six decades on the throne—64 years, to be precise—Oba Adetona’s reign is second in longevity only to that of Oba James Adelusi Aladesuru

Ambassador Okhidievbie Roy, a seasoned security expert, has offered candid insights into the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria, drawing from personal experiences in his military days. In an exclusive interview with Silverbird Television, Roy reflected on the once-crucial role traditional rulers played in maintaining security within local communities. He expressed concern that many of

Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has urged African leaders, including Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, to end the continued export of raw materials if the continent is to move out of poverty. Despite Africa being abundantly blessed with raw materials essential for global manufacturing, the region contributes less than 2% to

In observance of the upcoming Easter celebrations, schools, banks, and government offices across Nigeria will remain closed for 48 hours on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. This announcement follows the Federal Government’s declaration of public holidays to mark the Christian holy period. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement, confirming the

Over the last ten years, Nigeria has witnessed an alarming rise in the number of Ponzi schemes that have swindled millions of unsuspecting citizens, disguising themselves as “investment platforms,” “cooperatives,” or “donation networks.” These fraudulent operations have taken advantage of economic challenges and widespread financial desperation to lure people with promises of unrealistic profits. The