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Newly-elected National Vice President of the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN), in charge of the South-South geopolitical zone, Chief Anthony Tosan Prest, has spoken on his plans unlock the hidden treasures of the South-South with a view to harnessing and developing the Blue tourism potential in the region. …

By Godwin Chukwumaechi Niger Delta Intelligentsia Team, a network of “intellectual crusaders and enlightenment practitioners” in oil and gas producing areas of the Niger Delta, has hailed President Bola Tinubu, for championing the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda,’ “which is propelling positive indicators in the oil and gas sector of the nation’s …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Hon. Daniel Igali, has commended the breath-taking African Military Games being hosted by Nigeria under the stewardship of the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Chris Musa, describing it as capturing the rich cultural heritage, sporting prowess, and diversity of the …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Government has banned all tribal and ethnic-based traders’ associations operating in Swail and other markets in the state. Consequently, the state Commissioner of Police has been directed to enforce the order by arresting any person or group of persons who continues to parade …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has charged new permanent secretaries in the state to perform their duties with utmost integrity and accountability in the ministries they are assigned. Senator Diri gave the charge on Tuesday during the swearing-in of 15 permanent secretaries inside …

The Foundation for Environmental Rights Advocacy, and Development, FENRAD, a pro-democracy and environmental rights advocacy group, has commended the Abia State governor, Alex Chioma Otti, on the recent signing of the Greater Ohafia Development Authority. FENRAD described the legislation as a vehicle to drive development and growth in the Ohafia …

… As 5 Players Set for European Clubs By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa Bayelsa State is gearing up to host the 6th edition of the prestigious Douye Diri International Scouting Tournament, a platform that showcases Nigeria’s brightest young football talents. This year’s event is scheduled to take place from December 4 …

By Ehichioya Ezomon  Strange things happen in Nigeria, one of the latest being a suit purportedly filed by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to prevent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from investigating, arresting, detaining or prosecuting him or his aides after his eight-year tenure of office in 2027. However, …

By Amos Odhe The administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, has commiserated with President Bola Tinubu on the passing of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who died in active service. Otuaro also condoled with the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on the …

By Amos Odhe As the Ondo State Gubernatorial election holds this Saturday, November 16, 2024, the International Press Centre (IPC), Lagos- Nigeria, through its Safety and Protection of Journalists (SPJ) Hub, has tasked journalists and other media persons to adhere to professional standards while also being conscious of their safety. …