The Peoples Democratic Party PDP) in Bayelsa State has provided the All Progressive Congress (APC) led government in the state with an economic blueprint to rescue Bayelsa State from total collapse. Part of the economic blueprint includes welfarist reforms in the education, health, and transportation sectors. The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bayelsa…
By Our Correspondent YENAGOA — The Association of Professional Women Engineers in Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, has honoured Bayelsa-born engineering icon, Engr. Prof. (Mrs.) Ongoebi Maureen Orubide Etebu, for her remarkable contributions to engineering, academia and public service, describing her as a trailblazer whose achievements have redefined the role of women in Nigeria’s engineering profession….
By Our Correspondent YENAGOA — Nigeria’s first female Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Engr. Prof. (Mrs.) Ongoebi Maureen Orubide Etebu, has declared that throughout her years in public office and university administration, she never accepted kickbacks from contractors, insisting that integrity remains the greatest asset any professional can possess. Prof. Etebu made the declaration while responding…
By Thomas Peretu Every successful act of communication begins with understanding. It is the compass that provides the road map for every effective message. Whether in politics, diplomacy, business or war, history is replete with examples of leaders who spoke eloquently but failed because they misunderstood the people they sought to influence. Words, however brilliant,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially released the campaign timetable for the 2027 General Elections, outlining the dates political parties and candidates are permitted to commence campaigns in line with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2026. According to the electoral umpire, campaigns for the Presidential and National Assembly elections will begin on…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bayelsa State, has doubled down on its criticism of the ₦100 billion stadium project under construction by the All Progressive Congress (APC)- led government at Igbogene, Yenagoa Local Government Area. The publicity secretary of the party, Hon Ikaebimo Mark, in a statement reacting to the name-calling by the leadership of…
Residents of Egweama Community in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State erupted in celebration after a woman reportedly gave birth following what locals described as a three-year pregnancy. Videos and photographs circulating on social media showed scores of community members dancing through the streets, singing and celebrating what they described as a miraculous childbirth….
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised the proposed ₦100 billion stadium project in Bayelsa State, describing it as a misplaced priority amid the socio-economic challenges facing residents. The party argued that while sports infrastructure is important, the state government should place greater emphasis on addressing pressing issues such as healthcare, education, road infrastructure, job…
The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Group Managing Director of Brass Engineering and Construction Nigeria Limited, Mrs. Egwuche Chinyere Gladys, alongside the company, over alleged illegal cash transactions involving $600,000 (about N827 million). The EFCC disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X handle…
Co-hosts Canada and South Africa will make history when they face off in the opening Round of 32 match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Neither nation has ever reached the knockout stage of the World Cup, making the encounter a landmark moment for both teams. South…
