The political crisis in Rivers State has taken a dramatic turn as the Rivers State House of Assembly initiates an impeachment process against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. This development has sent shockwaves across the political landscape, raising serious concerns about the future of governance in the oil-rich state. In a notice … Read more
The political crisis in the Lagos State House of Assembly has escalated, with fresh allegations surrounding the controversial procurement of official vehicles worth N5 billion for lawmakers. What initially appeared to be a routine government purchase has now become a flashpoint in the ongoing power struggle between the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, and his … Read more
The political crisis in Rivers State has taken a new turn as Governor Siminalayi Fubara formally notifies the State House of Assembly of his intention to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill. The governor’s letter, dated March 11, 2025, and addressed to Speaker Martin Amaewhule, has sparked fresh controversy because it was directed to the Assembly … Read more
In a dramatic turn of events, the Lagos State House of Assembly has witnessed a major power shift as Mojisola Meranda, the first female Speaker of the Assembly, stepped down from office, paving the way for the return of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa. Meranda’s resignation on Monday brought an end to weeks of intense political … Read more
Lere Olayinka, the Special Adviser on Public Communication to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ridiculed Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara following the recent Supreme Court judgment against his administration. Olayinka claimed that Fubara is “already seeing spirits” after the court’s decision, referencing a past warning from former Ekiti State … Read more
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has confirmed the withdrawal of its mediation team from Guinea-Bissau following alleged threats from President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. The development comes as political tensions escalate over the delay of the country’s general elections. The mission, which arrived in February, was tasked with facilitating dialogue and brokering an … Read more
Security has been heightened at the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex in Port Harcourt as lawmakers prepare to resume sitting under the leadership of Speaker Martin Amaewhule. Reports indicate that multiple squads of police officers and operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) were stationed around the Assembly Complex on Monday morning. The … Read more
The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, demanding that he present the 2025 budget to the legislative body without delay. The decision was announced during Monday’s plenary session, where lawmakers expressed concern over the delay in the presentation of the state’s financial plan. Speaker of the House, … Read more
Tension has gripped the Lagos State House of Assembly following the sudden withdrawal of police escorts attached to the Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, raising concerns over her safety and the stability of the Assembly’s leadership. Reports indicate that security personnel assigned to protect Meranda and those guarding the Assembly complex have been pulled out with immediate … Read more
The Constitutional Court of South Korea will hear closing statements on Tuesday in the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The hearing marks the final stage of the proceedings, as the court prepares to decide whether to remove Yoon from office or reinstate him. Yoon, who was impeached by parliament, faces allegations of overstepping … Read more