Day: October 1, 2025

On Independence Day, Fubara Sacks Rivers Commissioners and Public Officers

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Siminalayi Fubara, Rivers State Governor, has sacked all commissioners and public officers serving under his administration. The Governor made this known in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, October, 1st evening by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, who confirmed that the sacking was with immediate effect. ” Rivers State Governor, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has thanked members of his cabinet for their services and contributions to the development of the State in the last two years.” Fubara said the decision followed the recent Supreme Court judgment.…

Kogi Government Confirms 26 Deaths In Boat Mishap

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The Kogi State Government has expressed sadness over a boat accident on the River Niger which reportedly killed at least 26 people on Tuesday evening. The victims were mostly traders from Ibaji Local Government Area who were on their way to Illushi Market in Edo State when the boat capsized. Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the Commissioner for Information and Communications in the state described the incident as a painful loss. He said Governor Usman Ododo has sent his condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Ibaji. “The…

Governor Yusuf Alleges Security Threat, Demands Withdrawal of Kano Police Commissioner

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The Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has called for the removal of Ibrahim Bakori, the state commissioner of police, after his absence and the withdrawal of officers during the 65th Independence Day celebration. He made the demand while addressing the public at Sani Abacha Stadium, Yusuf expressed his displeasure over the police commissioner’s failure to participate in the parade. “As you can see, on this historic and independent anniversary of Nigeria, the Commissioner of Police decided to pull out of the parade along with his own personnel,”…

Arise TV presenter died after jumping from third-floor residence, FCT Police confirm

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Commissioner, Ajao Adewale, confirmed that Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a news anchor and producer with Arise Television, jumped out from a three-storey building during the armed robbery incident at her residence. Somtochukwu, popularly known as Sommie, died in the early hours of Monday when armed robbers invaded her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja, the nation’s capital. Sommie and a private security guard attached to the residence lost their lives due to the armed robbery incident. Speaking during the Arise TV’s Morning Show, the…

US Embassy Assures Nigerians of Continued Visa, Passport Services.

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The US government, the United States Embassy in Nigeria on Wednesday, October 1st assured that visa and passport services will continue. The announcement comes as many citizens expressed concern that the shutdown in Washington could extend to visa processing, student travel plans, and other consular services in Nigeria. “Due to the lapse in appropriations, this X account will not be updated regularly until full operations resume, with the exception of urgent safety and security information. “At this time, scheduled passport and visa transit services in the United States and at…

Bandits kidnap electoral commissioner, ex-SUBEB chair, 30 others in Niger”

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Bandits have reportedly abducted many passengers travelling along the Zugurma-Ibbi–New Bussa Road near Ibbi National Park, in Niger state. The bandits attacked scores of motorists and abducted passengers, including traders who were returning from the market. More than 30 people were reportedly kidnapped, including Alhassan Bawa Niworo, former chairman of the Niger State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), and Ahmed Mohammed, a commissioner of Niger State Independent Electoral Commission (NSIEC). Niger state police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident. He said police officers are working towards the safe release of…

Dangote Group Agrees to Reabsorb Disengaged Staff, Resolving Labor Dispute

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After a peace meeting, the Dangote Group has agreed to redeploy workers who were previously sacked by its subsidiary, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The agreement followed negotiations involving government officials and union representatives to resolve the labor dispute. The resolution was made known on Wednesday, October, 1st by the ministry of labour and employment in a statement on the outcome of the reconciliation meetings held on Monday and Tuesday. Aliko Dangote, founder of Dangote Group, and representatives of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) met…

China Unveils Maritime Countermeasures Amid Looming U.S. Port Fee Deadline

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signed a State Council decree revising regulations on international maritime transport that will enable China to take countermeasures against countries imposing discriminatory restrictions on Chinese shipping operators. According to the decree, which went into effect on Sunday, “China will take necessary countermeasures against countries or regions that impose or support discriminatory bans, restrictions, or similar measures targeting Chinese operators, vessels, or crew engaged in international maritime transport and related services.” These countermeasures will be enacted unless relevant treaties or agreements offer “adequate and effective remedies,”…

Joseph Kabila, Former DRC President, Sentenced to Death In Absentia

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Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has been sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes and treason. The charges, according to BBC, concern accusations that Kabila has been supporting the M23, a rebel group who have wreaked devastation across the country’s eastern region. Kabila was convicted on Friday by a military court of treason, crimes against humanity, and war crimes, including murder, sexual assault, torture and insurrection. He denied the charges, but did not appear in court to defend himself. The ex-president rejected the case as “arbitrary”…

Bauchi Governor: Nigeria Making Strides Despite Challenges

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has felicitated with Nigerians on the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary, urging citizens to reflect on the nation’s progress and rededicate themselves to unity and development. In a goodwill message to mark the celebration on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Governor Mohammed described Nigeria’s independence as a “historic milestone” that liberated the nation from colonial rule and set it on the path of self-determination, political growth, and socio-economic advancement. The governor acknowledged that Nigeria’s development path had faced challenges, particularly the…