9 h. ago Traditional Leader Condemns Rumours Against Olu Of Warri, Itsekiri Community

The Oritsewa of Warri Kingdom and a Crown Prince of Etikan Kingdom in Ondo State, Chief Godday Erewa, has firmly dismissed reports linking the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, to an alleged arms procurement deal with a British Army officer. The prominent Warri traditional leader has described the claims, which surfaced on certain online […]

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6 d. ago Abia govt blames opposition for spreading rumours of teachers’ strike

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia State government has condemned the opposition for spreading false rumours about an impending teachers’ strike, calling the claims baseless and unsubstantiated.     The Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, who made the accusation while briefing journalists in Umuahia, said that, based on what Governor Alex Otti is doing for […] The post Abia govt blames opposition for spreading rumours of teachers’ strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Abia govt accuses opposition of fuelling rumour of teachers’ strike in state

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Abia State government has accused opposition groups of spreading false rumours about an impending teachers’ strike, labelling such claims as baseless. During a press briefing in Umuahia, Commissioner for Information Okey Kanu stated that Governor Alex Otti’s support for teachers and workers negates any basis for industrial action. Kanu condemned […] The post Abia govt accuses opposition of fuelling rumour of teachers’ strike in state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ‘Deal with social media as terrorist organisation,’ Sultan tells security agencies

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar III, has declared social media a “terrorist organisation” during a speech on Wednesday, urging security agencies to address its dangers. In the remarks, captured in a video posted by News Central, the prominent Nigerian traditional leader criticised the platform for spreading false narratives that can destabilise society. “What Read More

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2 w. ago Allegation Linking PINL To Ugborodo Oil Facility Protest Misleading, Says Warri Monarch’s Rep

  The sole representative of the Olu of Warri to NNPC/JV Partners, Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema, has described allegation linking oil surveillance company, Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) to the protest which disrupted Ogidigben oil field in Ugborodo, Warri South-West local government area of Delta State as totally misleading and false. Edema’s reaction followed remarks […]

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2 w. ago Warri: Shell operations disrupted as Itsekiri protests INEC ward delineation

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Protests over the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recent ward and polling unit delineation have rocked Warri, Delta State. The unrest began on Tuesday in Ogidigben and led to the shutdown of a Shell Petroleum Development Company flow station near Ugborodo. Itsekiri protesters, including community leaders and youths from across […] The post Warri: Shell operations disrupted as Itsekiri protests INEC ward delineation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Northern Group Blasts Rumour Mongers Over INEC Chairman’s Replacement Story

The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has condemned recent rumours that Professor Mahmood Yakubu has been replaced as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement issued by its president general, Yerima Shettima, the Arewa Group categorically described such claims as ‘fake and mischievous’. Shettima said that in a time when Nigeria […]

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3 w. ago Delta gov’s wife visits parent of quintuplets, promises continued support

Tribune Online Delta gov’s wife visits parent of quintuplets, promises continued support The Ekurede-Itsekiri community in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State recently became a center of attraction following the birth of quintuplets, three boys and two girls. Delta gov’s wife visits parent of quintuplets, promises continued support Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, a monarch truly worth celebrating

By Ifetayo Adeniyi and Ikenna Ukwa As the sun rises over the historic Warri Kingdom, the air thrums with anticipation. Drums echo, voices rise in song, and the vibrant hues of traditional attire paint the streets in celebration. Today marks the birthday of His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, a day […] The post Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, a monarch truly worth celebrating appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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