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Rivers Angels Seek Fan Support for NWFL Title Victory

15May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Rivers Angels Seek Fan Support for NWFL Title Victory

Defender for Rivers Angels, Sarah Iloduba, is appealing for the fans' backing as they prepare for the upcoming Super Six playoff tournament. In the race for the 2024 Nigeria Women Football League title, the Port Harcourt club will face tough competition from Heartland Queens, Confluence Queens, Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and Bayelsa Queens. Scheduled from 18th to 26th May 2024, all matches are set to take place at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. Iloduba is confident that the support from the fans will play a crucial role in the team's success during the tournament. "We are truly grateful for the fans' support, especially during the regular season," she expressed to the Rivers Angels media team. "As we head into the significant Super Six playoff tournament, we seek a...

Gas Price Increase Threatened by Shell Fire Incident in Nigeria

15May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Gas Price Increase Threatened by Shell Fire Incident in Nigeria

Following the fire at Shell’s Gbaran facility in Bayelsa, there is a possibility of a rise in the price of Liquefied Natural Gas in Nigeria. This comes amidst a surge in the country’s Liquefied Petroleum gas prices. Explosions and smoke were observed at Shell’s Gbaran facility on Tuesday. This facility plays a vital role in Nigeria’s LNG gas feedstock project, processing close to 2 billion standard cubic feet of gas on a daily basis. Despite the incident, Shell has assured that there will be no immediate operational shutdown of the facility. Meanwhile, the company is actively investigating the incident details and evaluating potential impacts on its operations. Shell stated, “We are closely monitoring the reports of smoke near our Gbaran Central Processing Facility in Bayelsa St...

The National Institute in Nigeria Vows to Ensure Politicians Use Authentic Certificates in Elections

14May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

The National Institute in Nigeria Vows to Ensure Politicians Use Authentic Certificates in Elections

In a recent announcement, the National Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria has pledged to put an end to politicians contesting elections with fake certificates. During a meeting with the national Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) leaders in Abuja, Dr. Iliyasu Gashinbaki, the Pioneer President and Chairman of the Governing Council, emphasized the institute's commitment to collaborating with IPAC to authenticate aspirants' documents ahead of the 2027 general elections. Gashinbaki highlighted the importance of ensuring electoral integrity and stated, "Politics should not solely be controlled by politicians. By working with IPAC, we aim to enhance the electoral process and prevent situations where forged documents lead to electoral disputes." Ref...

Nigerian Institute Takes Stand Against Election Fraud by Politicians

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Nigerian Institute Takes Stand Against Election Fraud by Politicians

In a recent development, the National Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria has vowed to prevent deceitful politicians from participating in elections with counterfeit certificates. During a meeting with the leadership of the national Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Abuja, Dr. Iliyasu Gashinbaki, the Pioneer President and Chairman Governing Council, revealed their plans to collaborate with IPAC in verifying the authenticity of candidates' documents ahead of the 2027 general elections. Gashinbaki emphasized the importance of ensuring the integrity of the electoral process by engaging with political parties to implement forensic tools to avoid incidents like the nullification of a governor's election in Bayelsa due to certificate forgery. Hi...

Protest by Labour Unions at PHED Office in Bayelsa Opposing Electricity Tariff Increase

13May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Protest by Labour Unions at PHED Office in Bayelsa Opposing Electricity Tariff Increase

Bayelsa State's labour unions have strongly opposed the recent rise in electricity tariffs imposed by the Federal Government. On Monday, the Nigeria Labour Union (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) staged a protest at the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) office in Yenagoa to demonstrate their dissatisfaction with the tariff increment. Comrade Simon Barnabas, Chairman of Bayelsa NLC, demanded an immediate reversal of the hike and insisted on the provision of consistent electricity supply for Nigerians. Expressing dismay over the ongoing situation where people continue to experience irregular power supply despite the tariff hike, he stated that the protest was a clear message to the government that the unions find the tariff increment unacceptable. Comrade Simon hig...

Call for Niger Delta Development by Governor Diri

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Call for Niger Delta Development by Governor Diri

During the weekend, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State advocated for a reassessment of the country’s revenue allocation system to align with the principles of fiscal federalism. Governor Diri expressed concern over the current practice where states rich in resources, particularly in the Niger Delta, receive only 13% as derivation for their resources, stating that this unbalanced federalism approach has impeded states' development. He made these remarks in Houston, Texas, where he was honored with the 'Icon of Unity and Social Justice' award by the Ijaw National Congress, INC-Americas, representing Ijaws in the United States of America and Canada. Appreciating the recognition, Governor Diri commended the preservation of Ijaw traditions and culture even in foreign lands by the organiz...

Discovery of 50 Illegal Refining Sites in Bayelsa Forest by Military Forces

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Discovery of 50 Illegal Refining Sites in Bayelsa Forest by Military Forces

Amidst the vast Biseni forests in Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa, the Joint Military Task Force, Operation Delta Safe, has revealed the presence of no less than 50 illegal refining sites. Rear Adm. John Okeke, the Commander leading the operation, informed the press that each site was actively engaged in the illegal refining of stolen crude oil. During the operation, the team stumbled upon a substantial pit capable of holding up to 10 trucks of Alternative Gas Oil, commonly referred to as diesel. Explaining further, Okeke mentioned, ”From this sizable pit, they distribute the product to their various illegal refining sites.” He emphasized the repeated warnings issued by the joint task force against illicit oil activities in the area, reaffirming their unwavering commitment in c...

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Report: Illegal Refining Activities Found in Bayelsa Forest

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

50 illegal refining sites discovered in Bayelsa forest Report: Illegal Refining Activities Found in Bayelsa Forest

A recent operation conducted by the Joint Military Task Force, Operation Delta Safe, revealed the presence of approximately 50 illegal oil refining sites situated within the Biseni forests located in the Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa. Rear Adm. John Okeke, the commanding officer leading the mission, disclosed to the press that these sites were actively engaged in the illicit refining of stolen crude oil. Among the discoveries was a large pit capable of storing up to 10 trucks worth of Alternative Gas Oil, commonly referred to as diesel, which served as a distribution point for the various illegal refining operations. Addressing the persistent issue, Okeke emphasized the repeated warnings issued by the task force against such...

Edo Queens receive government support ahead of NWFL Super Six playoffs

12May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Edo Queens receive government support ahead of NWFL Super Six playoffs

Edo Queens, a Nigeria Women Football League team, have been encouraged to strive for success in the upcoming Super Six playoffs. The chairman of Edo State sports commission, Yusuf Alli, delivered this message to the team. Alli assured that the state government has allocated a significant amount of funds to motivate the team. The Super Six playoffs are scheduled to take place from May 18th-26th, 2024 in Yenagoa. Joining Edo Queens in the playoff tournament will be Heartland Queens, Confluence Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, Bayelsa Queens, and Rivers Angels. “I want to take this opportunity to congratulate all of you on your victory against Kada Queens of Kaduna in the round of 32 President’s Federation Cup held in Abuja,” he remarked. “Your 8-goal performance not only secured a win but also ...

Weather Outlook: NiMet Predicts 3 Days of Sunshine and Thunderstorms

12May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Weather Outlook: NiMet Predicts 3 Days of Sunshine and Thunderstorms

Forecasting ahead, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, anticipates a mix of sunshine and thunderstorms across the country starting Sunday and continuing through Tuesday. As highlighted in its weather outlook released on Saturday, NiMet expects clear skies on Sunday with pockets of clouds lingering over the northern region. Specifically, isolated thunderstorms are likely to occur in regions including Katsina, Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Kaduna, Kebbi, Jigawa, and Taraba States during morning hours. Later in the day, similar weather patterns are expected over areas such as Adamawa, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Bauchi, Gombe, Kaduna, and Taraba. In the North Central region, cloudy skies with occasional sunshine intervals are predicted, with chances of thunderstorms in locations like Kwara, Ni...