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The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has emphasised the importance of alternative dispute resolution in promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in the workplace. The Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, stated this during a Sensitisation Programme with the theme: “Promoting Transparency and Due Process in the Workplace: Deploying Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Approaches in Building a Culture of Accountability and Integrity” organised by the Commission’s Department of Dispute and Conflict Resolution in Port Harcourt. Ogbuku, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Rev. Julius Oworibo, noted: “I am impressed by the quality and timeliness of this programme. ADR is a…

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has disbursed a total of ₦2.22 trillion to the federal, state, and local governments for the month of August 2025. The disclosure came from the Federal Ministry of Finance in a statement issued on Wednesday following FAAC’s monthly meeting in Abuja, chaired by Finance Minister Wale Edun. From the gross revenue of ₦3.63 trillion, the allocations to the three tiers of government are as follows: In addition, ₦183.01 billion was allocated to oil-producing states under the 13% derivation formula, and ₦124.84 billion was earmarked for collection costs. FAAC also noted that ₦1.28 trillion was…

The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has affirmed its commitment to regional development through inclusive dialogue and transparency in the implementation of projects across the Niger Delta region. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku stated this during a stakeholders meeting on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Warri, Delta State. Ogbuku, who was represented by the Deputy Director of Environmental Protection and Control, Mr. Oscar Gbayisemore, noted that sustainable development must go hand-in-hand with environmental protection. He called for deeper collaboration with stakeholders during project implementation. The NDDC Chief Executive Officer further highlighted the synergy between the NDDC and the…

Nigeria’s rising 400m hurdles star Ezekiel Nathaniel has rewritten his country’s record books again, running a scorching 47.11 seconds in the Tokyo 2025 World Championships final — a national record — but narrowly missing out on a medal as he placed fourth. The race saw American Rai Benjamin originally disqualified for a lane infringement, briefly putting Nathaniel in bronze position, but after a successful appeal Benjamin was reinstated and took gold. Brazil’s Alison dos Santos claimed silver in 46.84 seconds, while Qatar’s Abderrahman Samba clinched bronze at 47.06 seconds. Though just outside the podium, Nathaniel’s performance was widely praised as…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, will address residents on Friday in a statewide broadcast. Fubara disclosed this while addressing journalists at the Government House in Port Harcourt, the state capital. He said he would speak to Rivers residents at 6 p.m. “We are going to the state by 6 p.m.,” Fubara stated. The governor thanked the residents and supporters for the show of love since Thursday. “I’m really humbled by what I saw at the airport. “That reception really humbled me. It showed love, and solidarity,” said the governor. He said the support reflected the bond between the people and the state…

The National Assembly has called for the immediate withdrawal of all circulars previously issued regarding contract awards under the 2025 fiscal year. This directive comes as preparations intensify for the rollout of the ₦23.9 trillion capital expenditure component of the 2025 budget, which is expected to commence soon and extend into 2026. The decision was made during a meeting on Thursday between the joint Appropriations Committee and members of the President’s economic team, held at the National Assembly complex. Key government officials in attendance included the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; Minister of Budget…

The president’s only daughter published a video on social media on Thursday in which she appealed to voters and told them to not cast their ballot for her father in the upcoming presidential election. Paul Biya, incumbent president of Cameroon, might have not imagined his campaign for his planned seventh re-election as president to take such a turn. The reason? His only daughter, Brenda Biya, called for Cameroon’s population to not vote for her father in a video published on her TikTok account on Thursday. In the video, which the 27-year-old was taken in Switzerland, Brenda Biya said that she…

The Rivers state governor, Sim Fubara, has arrived the state and is expected to resume office today, September 19. The governor flew into the state via the Port Harcourt International Airport at about 11:50 a.m. on Friday, more than 24 hours after President Bola Tinubu ended the six-month emergency rule in the state. He was greeted by a crowd of supporters who had earlier converged at the VIP wing of the Port Harcourt International Airport, awaiting his arrival. While the House of Assembly resumed sitting on Thursday, Fubara did not show up at the Government House, despite the hundreds of…

Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF) North East, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded a major breakthrough in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations with the interception of a huge cache of logistics supplies concealed in a trailer in Yobe State. Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Acting on credible intelligence, troops under Operation DESERT SANITY IV, on 16 September, 2025 at about 0740 hours (7:40am), while conducting snap checks along the Nguru–Gashua road, intercepted a red 14-tyre trailer laden with suspicious…

Erling Haaland has made history as he became the fastest player to reach 50 Champions League goals, achieving the feat in just 49 games during Manchester City’s 2-0 victory over Napoli at the Etihad Stadium. The Norwegian striker surpassed Ruud van Nistelrooy’s previous record of 62 matches, opening the scoring with a powerful header in the 56th minute. Haaland connected with a delicate lofted pass from Phil Foden, nodding the ball into the corner to put Pep Guardiola’s side ahead. Ten minutes later, Jeremy Doku sealed the win with a fine individual effort, darting into the box before firing past…