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  The Federal Government has apologised to Nigerians over the impact of its policies, noting that notwithstanding the inflation and currency problems that have hampered economic growth, the policies were necessary and already yielding results. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, stated this on Wednesday at a press conference to herald President Tinubu’s one year in office. When asked about the detrimental effects of the administration’s policies, Bagudu responded that President Tinubu had run on a platform of “Renewed Hope Agenda,” which was the result of his reflections, analysis of the nation’s past actions, and the combined experiences of many stakeholders, who supported the programme. He said in the light of this, eight priority areas were created, with the aim of assisting the administration make decisions that ought to have been made years ago. According to him, “If we don’t make these decisions, we may continue to… because the experience of the nation...

  Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has officially sworn in eight new commissioners, previously screened and confirmed by the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly. The ceremony took place in the Executive Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt. During the brief ceremony, Governor Fubara urged the newly appointed commissioners to prioritize the state's interests and maintain discipline in their roles. He emphasized the importance of their dedication to serving the people of Rivers State with integrity and commitment. The newly sworn-in commissioners are: 1. Hon. Prince Charles O. Bekee 2. Mr. Collins Onunwo 3. Hon. Solomon Abel Eke 4. Sir Dr. Peter Medee 5. Hon. Olisaelloka Tasie-Amadi 6. Hon. Basoene Joshua Benibo 7. Mr. Tambari Sydney Gbara 8. Dr. Ovy Orluideye Chinendum Chukwuma Each commissioner brings a wealth of experience and expertise to their respective roles, promising to enhance the governance and development of Rivers State.

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has said his administration is committed to making Rivers State the best place in the country to invest and do business by creating a vibrant, investor-friendly business environment, and improving the ease of doing business in order to boost investors’ interest and confidence. Governor Fubara stated this at the Rivers State Economic and Investment Summit which was held at the Obi Wali International Conference Centre, Port Harcourt on Wednesday. The governor emphasised that his government is building a resilient, robust, and diversified economy which holds the key to sustainable peace, security and progress as well as the spiritual, social, and physical well-being of the people. He noted that he is committed to re-industrialisation of the State in partnership with the informal and organised private sectors through necessary policy, legal, and other support measures, and systems. Gov. Fubara pointed out that the state has since lost her rating...

The death of one Ocheze Ogbonna, a staff of Inner Galaxy Steel Company, Umuahala-Obuzor Asa, in Ukwa West council area of Abia State, has sparked outrage in the area following reports that her Chinese boss was responsible for her demise. Ocheze, a female crane operator in the company was allegedly pushed down from the height after she rejected his sexual overtures. He death sparked a protest by the youths of the community and they barricaded the gates, insisting that they wont leave until justice was done over the death of the crane operator. The protesting youths were later dispersed by soldiers guarding the steel company. It was alleged that some of the protesting youths were shot and beaten up by soldiers. “The Chinese people at Inner Galaxy company are dehumanizing Nigerians. The chinese manager pushed Ocheze out of the crane. She fell and hit her head on the hard surface and died. We want justice done, our sister cannot die in vain, the government must investigate the activities o...

    LAGOS, NIGERIA – Faith Odunsi, a 15-year-old secondary school student, has brought pride to Nigeria by winning the Global Open Mathematics Tournament, outperforming participants from the United States, United Kingdom, and other countries. Faith, an SS3 student from Ijebu, Ogun State, achieved this remarkable feat in a competition that drew participants from Europe, Africa, America, Asia, and Australia. Speaking with journalists, Faith shared her excitement and honor in winning what she described as a “tough competition.” In detailing her journey to victory, Faith explained how she excelled through various stages of the contest. “In the first stage, there was a computer-based test where we had to answer many questions within one hour. I scored 66 on this test. The second stage followed the same format, and I again scored 66,” she said. The quarter and semi-finals involved answering questions on Microsoft Teams, with points awarded to the first correct response. Faith balanc...

  The Executive Director/CEO of National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Shaibu Husseini, says the Federal Government has approved the prohibition of money r!tuals and glamourizing of vices in Nigerian films. Husseini disclosed this while speaking at a National Stakeholders Engagement on Smoke-Free Nollywood held in Enugu on Wednesday, May 22. The NFVCB boss said  today, we are facing an industry emergency requiring bold and ambitious actions from all parents, guardians and stakeholders. “When my predecessor approached the former Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Muhammed on the need to make a subsidiary legislation to curtail the display of smoking in Nigerian movies, he saw the need to include money rituals. Others included in the regulation are ritual killings and glamourising other crimes in order to further sanitise the film industry. Today, I am delighted to announce to you that the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, pursua...

  Africa's most talented musician, Flavour Nabania, has lost his father.  According to a post shared on his official Facebook page. The music artist announced the death of his father which occurred at the early hours of today.  May his soul rest in peace.