Statement from Uche Secondus: Governor Siminalayi Fubara Leads PDP in Rivers
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Statement from Uche Secondus: Governor Siminalayi Fubara Leads PDP in Rivers

In a recent address to party members, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Uche Secondus, declared Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State as the undisputed leader of the party within the state, commanding full control over its structure. Secondus made these remarks following a meeting with former members of the Rivers State PDP Presidential Campaign Council in Port Harcourt. He affirmed, “Governor Fubara holds complete authority over the party structure in Rivers State. It is clear that the governor leads the party and exercises complete control. “During my tenure as national chairman, I empowered all my governors with 100% control over their respective party structures in their states. This principle remains unchanged. Governor Fubara wi...
Nigerian Playwright Wole Oguntokun Passes Away in Canada
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Nigerian Playwright Wole Oguntokun Passes Away in Canada

A sad news has emerged in the theatre world as the talented Nigerian playwright and lawyer, Wole Oguntokun, has sadly passed away at the age of 56. The announcement of his death was made by his close friend and filmmaker, Kayode Peters, who shared the news on his Instagram page on Thursday afternoon. Reflecting on their journey together, Peters recalled, “I remember that year when we collaborated on your first play 'Who is Afraid of Wole Soyinka,' which we showcased at prestigious venues like The Muson Centre. Wole Soyinka himself graced the occasion. “We later worked on the comedy series 'Crossworld Blues' for DBN TV, a project that you produced and I directed. “Even after you moved to Canada, you contin...
The Defeat of PDP in Abia Guber Election Linked to Leaders’ Authoritarian Actions – Party Official Aguoru
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The Defeat of PDP in Abia Guber Election Linked to Leaders’ Authoritarian Actions – Party Official Aguoru

Chief Uche Aguoru, the Director of New Media of the now-defunct Peoples Democratic Party Governorship Campaign Council in Abia State, has pointed out that the Party’s loss in the 2023 elections was a result of high-handedness and lack of transparency among a few influential members. He took aim at a former minority leader of the senate, Enyinnaya Abaribe, accusing him of laying the foundation for the party's internal breakdown. In a statement released on Thursday, Aguoru maintained that Abaribe spearheaded the rebellion and emboldened others to turn against the party. He highlighted that the party leadership failed to detect the conspiracy and proceeded to deny popular candidates tickets during the primary elections. Aguoru emphasized, "The PDP lost valuable members who could have ens...
The Shaibu impeachment panel to commence sitting on April 3
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The Shaibu impeachment panel to commence sitting on April 3

Commencing April 3, the panel established by Edo State Chief Judge, Daniel Okungbowa, to investigate allegations of misconduct against Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu by the Edo State House of Assembly will convene at the Judges Conference Room in the New High Court Complex in Benin. Initiated on March 5, the House of Assembly began impeachment proceedings against Shaibu, charging him with perjury and divulging government secrets. Despite efforts to serve Shaibu the impeachment notice proving unsuccessful due to his absence from the state, the House resorted to serving the notice through publication in three national newspapers. Seen as a recent development in the strained relationship between Shaibu and Governor Godwin Obaseki, the impeachment action allegedly st...
The House of Representatives Questions N15bn Payment to Remita
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The House of Representatives Questions N15bn Payment to Remita

Querying a N15 billion payment to Remita from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation over a two-year period, the House of Representatives’ Public Accounts Committee has raised concerns about the legality of the transaction. During an investigative hearing in Abuja, the committee, led by Chairman Bamidele Salam, also accused the Central Bank of Nigeria and commercial banks of involvement in the distribution of the remittance. Salam alleged that the payment to Remita from the OAGF between 2016 and 2018 was done without a formal agreement or contract, describing it as an unauthorized disbursement. Pointing out the lack of budgetary provision for the payment, Salam questioned the source of the funds used for the transaction. He highlighted the issue of V...
Update on Victor Osimhen’s Return to Training with Napoli in Serie A
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Update on Victor Osimhen’s Return to Training with Napoli in Serie A

Exciting news for Napoli fans as Victor Osimhen has rejoined the team's training sessions in preparation for their upcoming match against Atalanta this weekend. Having missed the recent 1-1 draw against Inter Milan, the 25-year-old striker has been diligently working towards regaining full fitness. His absence also extended to the Nigerian national team's friendlies against Ghana and Mali. Fortunately, Osimhen has successfully recovered from his minor injury and is anticipated to be among the players included in Napoli's squad to face Gian Piero Gasperini's Atalanta. Impressively, Osimhen has contributed significantly with 11 goals in just 17 Serie A appearances for Napoli this season. The highly-anticipated fixture against Atalanta is scheduled to take place at the Diego Armando Mara...
Central Working Committee of Katsina APC Dissolves Stakeholder Committees in 34 LGAs
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Central Working Committee of Katsina APC Dissolves Stakeholder Committees in 34 LGAs

Announcement has been made by Ibrahim Namadi, the Secretary of the Central Working Committee of All Progressive Congress, APC, Katsina State, regarding the dissolution of stakeholder committees of the party across 34 local government areas. The decision to dissolve the committees was made during the Central Working Committee’s monthly meeting that took place on March 26, 2024, at the Katsina State Secretariat, as stated in the notification letter sent to the affected stakeholders, with copies forwarded to other important stakeholders. In the letter, it was assured that a new structure compliant with Article 12 (10) and (15) of the All Progressives Congress Constitution of 2022 (amended) would be set up soon. Recognizing the outgoing stakeholders' substantial contributions and support t...
Egbin power plant faces gas shortage and N1.4tn FG debt
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Egbin power plant faces gas shortage and N1.4tn FG debt

Expressing concerns over the current gas shortage, Mokhtar Bounour, the Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power Plc, highlighted the significant revenue losses and the threat it poses to national power generation. During a briefing with the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, at the Egbin Power Plant in Ikorodu, Lagos, Bounour emphasized that the company has been unable to operate the plant at full capacity due to insufficient gas supply. Despite its capacity to generate 1,000MW, the plant currently only produces an average of 400MW due to the lack of available gas resources. Discussing the meeting with the minister, Bounour emphasized that the management detailed the challenges faced by the plant and rece...
Appreciation to Tinubu for Ministerial Role in Implementing the Practical ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ – Wike
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Appreciation to Tinubu for Ministerial Role in Implementing the Practical ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ – Wike

During an inspection of ongoing rural road projects in Bwari and Abuja Municipal area councils in Abuja, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, emphasized that President Bola Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ goes beyond theory to practical implementation. Wike expressed gratitude to Tinubu for giving him the opportunity to contribute to the administration's efforts in restoring hope for Nigerians. In addition, Wike praised Tinubu for his immense support to the FCT Administration in enhancing critical infrastructure and services for the residents in the capital territory. Highlighting that the impact of Tinubu’s agenda extends to rural communities, Wike mentioned that the Renewed Hope Agenda aims to ensure inclusivity beyond urban areas. Reflecting on the pr...
Music Lyrics are Becoming More Simple and Repetitive
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Music Lyrics are Becoming More Simple and Repetitive

Don't worry, it's not just you feeling this way. Recent studies show that song lyrics have indeed been evolving towards simplicity and repetition. This trend is evident across various genres like rap, country, pop, R&B, and rock over the past four decades. Furthermore, the analysis indicates a shift towards more anger and self-centered themes in lyrics, resonating with the sentiments of long-time music enthusiasts. It is interesting to note that revered singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, known for his profound lyrics, was awarded the Nobel Prize in literature despite the current lyrical landscape. Eva Zangerle, a leading expert on recommendation systems from the University of Innsbruck in Austria, refrained from pointing out specific contemporary artists with straig...