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By John Odhe, YENAGOA The time period in history of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State where infighting and factionalism reigned has gone for good under the current leadership of the State governor, Senator Douye Diri. Stakeholders believe that the emergence of the governor as leader of the APC in the State is a great blessing, not in disguise, but obvious. This sentiment was shared on Thursday when the governor inaugurated an ultramodern State secretariat of the APC in Yenagoa. World Cup: Three African Countries Qualify For Knockout Stage Key leaders of the all progressives congress in Bayelsa…
BY John Odhe, YENAGOA African football is making unprecedented history at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco, South Africa, and the Ivory Coast have already secured their spots in the tournament’s Round of 32, showcasing the continent’s growing dominance on the global sporting stage. Morocco’s Atlas Lions carried their spectacular momentum into 2026, advancing to the knockout rounds from Group C alongside powerhouses like Brazil. How Joint Efforts Between Security Firm, Police Exposed Kidnappers In South-West Meanwhile, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana secured a massive 1-0 victory over South Korea to finish second in Group A, and the Ivory Coast…
BY John Odhe, YENAGOA The Bayelsa State Police Command says it has arrested the son of the paramount ruler of Okodi community in Ogbia Local Government Area of the State, Ibomanetein Oweifa, for allegedly setting a suspected thief ablaze. Confirming the arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Mr. Musa Mohammed, said the command immediately swung into action following credible information about the ugly situation. Again, Dangote Slashes Fuel Price “Immediately the command was alerted, the suspect was arrested through the Divisional Police Headquarters, Otuokpoti division. “As we speak, the suspect is in custody and investigation has commenced. Upon conclusion…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashed its ex-depot price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, by N1,125 per litre. Taking effect immediately, the price reduction is a direct response to the recent stabilization and decline in global crude oil prices. The refinery’s coastal supply price was also adjusted downward, dropping to N1,428,165 per metric tonne from N1,495,215. Japa Syndrome: Yenagoa Residents Lament Increasing Quackery In Health Sector According to a notice issued to customers, the adjustment was influenced heavily by easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which successfully dragged global oil benchmarks like Brent crude down…
BY John Odhe, YENAGOA Nigeria’s medical sector is currently battling a severe surge in quackery as the mass exodus of qualified professionals widely termed the “japa syndrome” creates massive personnel shortages across the country. Desperate patients, facing understaffed hospitals and overwhelming workloads, are increasingly falling victim to unqualified individuals operating illicit clinics and presenting as licensed medical practitioners. Indigenous Telecom Firm Deepens Digital Infrastructure In Nigeria The vacuum left by migrating doctors has emboldened fraudulent practitioners who exploit vulnerable citizens seeking affordable or immediate healthcare. This trend is exacerbated by poor remuneration and inadequate infrastructure, which drive licensed experts abroad…
With investments made by an indigenous telecommunications firm, the Phase3 Telecom, Nigerians have been assured of better experience in telecommunication services delivery in the days ahead. The firm says its commitment to expanding broadband penetration across Nigeria will not be compromised, having already become a key player in the industry in the last two decades. NCDMB, Shell Collaborate To Empower Nigerian Youths Executive Chairman of the firm, Mr. Stanley Jegede, gave the assurance while receiving members of the Executive Committee of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), who paid him a courtesy visit at the company’s Abuja office on…
Chief Executive Officer of the Gallery Security Services Limited (GSSL), Senior High Chief Bibopere Ajube, has spoken of the gains made as a result of the collaboration between his firm and the police in the effort to tackle the menace of kidnapping and other criminal activities in some states in the south-west. Ajube’s position came following two successful operations within a week, occasioned by a joint effort involving GSSL, the police and some communities in Lagos and Ondo states. The effort led to the arrest of another two suspects belonging to a kidnap and robbery gang in Ondo State. NCDMB,…
BY John Odhe, YENAGOA Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri has rejoiced with the Managing Director of Premium Trust Bank, Dr. Emmanuel Emefienim and former deputy governor, Chief Peremobowei Ebebi as they celebrate their 60th birthdays. Diri, was represented by his deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe in the separate celebrations which held in Warri and Yenagoa on Tuesday. He described the celebrators as men of service that passionate about making impact in life. Fresh Employment Window Opens For Bayelsa Youths Speaking at the dedication of the new Champion Cathedral Annex of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Effurun-Warri in Delta State,…
A fresh window of opportunities for wealth creation is opening in Bayelsa State for youths who are ready to make genuine money through mining of black sand, going by what the state governor, Senator Douye Diri has said. Teh governor is already working towards the establishment of an agency that will regulate activities that result in erosion and other environmental menace on its waterways and also aims to stop illegal mining of black sand in the state. The development is a fallout of the a recent Supreme Court judgment affirming the rights of Bayelsa and Lagos states over the control…
In a no distant time from now, those engaged by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) to train personnel for the oil and gas sector will be issued the Nigerian Content Trainers Registration Certificate. The NCTRC, according to the executive secretary of the NCDMB, Felix Omatsola Ogbe is part of the board’s commitment to strengthening local competencies and promoting professional standards within Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. Ogbe made this known in Lagos during a sensitization workshop held with members of the Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN). Outrage Over C’River Govt’s Claims Of N17bn Expenditure…
