First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has expanded its footprint by launching a new branch in Ogbomosho. Officials say the move will boost financial inclusion and economic development. The branch, located along the Ogbomosho-Ilorin road, was inaugurated on March 12 in a ceremony attended by local leaders. During the inauguration, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, the Soun of […]

The administration of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has strongly refuted claims that he failed to prevent militant threats and attacks on oil installations in the state. In a statement issued on Thursday, Chief Press Secretary to Fubara, Nelson Chukwudi, described the allegations as baseless and a result of misinformation provided to the […]

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has assured residents that he is not in the state as a partisan actor or political competitor but as a stabilizing force to restore governance and order. In a state broadcast on Thursday, Ibas, who resumed duty at Government House, Port Harcourt, emphasized his […]

Google recently announced significant enhancements to Gemini, its advanced AI model, introducing Canvas and Audio Overview, designed to revolutionize how users collaborate and engage with their content. “Gemini is evolving into an even more powerful partner for creativity and productivity,” said Dave Citron, Senior Director, Product Management, Gemini Apps. “With Canvas and Audio Overview, we’re […]

Google Cloud has officially celebrated the opening of its first African cloud region in Johannesburg, a significant milestone in Google’s $1 billion investment pledge to help accelerate Africa’s digital transformation. Operational since January 2024, the Johannesburg cloud region directly supports African businesses and multinational corporations operating on the African continent by providing access to cutting-edge technologies: […]

Like the House of Representatives, the Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s proclamation of a state of emergency in Rivers State, invoking its constitutional powers under the amended 1999 Constitution. The approval grants President Tinubu the authority to enforce emergency measures while mandating a review of the situation at any time, but no later than […]

The Coalition of Opposition Political Leaders led by former Vice President Atiku; former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai; former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachair Lawal, and some leaders of the Labour Party (LP) have rejected the introduction of a state of emergency in Rivers State. President Bola Tinubu had on Tuesday […]

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS on Wednesday reassured Nigerians, particularly those living with HIV, that the country has a steady supply of antiretroviral drugs. This assurance came after a statement from the World Health Organisation regarding the disruption in the supply of HIV treatments in several countries, including Nigeria, following the United […]

Suspended Rivers State House of Assembly has backed the declaration of state of emergency on the state by President Bola Tinubu, who removed the governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Prof Ngozi Nma Odu, from office. The assembly in a statement signed by the speaker, Martin Chike Amaewhule, in Port Harcourt, claimed that the declaration […]

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has condemned the attacks on power distribution companies by military men, telling the National Security Adviser to call the soldiers to order. Adelabu kicked against the forceful abduction, intimidation, assault, brutalisation of the staff, and destruction of the facilities at the substation of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company in […]

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has said she is not bothered about the attempts to have her constituents recall her from the Senate. The suspended legislator spoke through her media aide, Israel Arogbonlo in an exclusive phone call with The PUNCH on Wednesday. PUNCH Online reports that some people in Natasha’s constituency announced […]

Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has described as illegal the decision of President Bola Tinubu to suspend Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months. In a statement made available to the media, the senior lawyer said the President’s decision cannot […]

Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party during the 2023 presidential election Peter Obi has faulted President Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. Obi in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle described the president’s decision as ‘unconstitutional and reckless’. He said: “The unilateral decision of President Bola Tinubu to remove […]

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers state, describing it as an assault on democracy that must be condemned in the strongest terms. The former vice president, who reacted on his verified Facebook page, noted that the declaration is a political manipulation, carried out in bad […]

In the wake of a deepening political crisis in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who was suspended from office following a declaration of a state of emergency by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has urged the people of the state to remain calm. Addressing Rivers residents on Wednesday, Fubara reassured them of his commitment to peace […]

President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing escalating political instability and security concerns. In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, Tinubu announced the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for an initial period of six months. The […]

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has revoked the land occupancy rights of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat in Abuja. In a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the PDP national chairman, Chijioke Nwankwoeze, director of land administration at the FCT administration, said the revocation was due to “non-payment” […]

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi central, says the Nigerian senate is like a “cult”. She added that senators do not express contrary views in the upper chamber for fear of retaliation. Akpoti-Uduaghan was speaking in an interview with the BBC. The female lawmaker had accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexually harassing her. She was […]

Ghana’s President John Mahama’s verified X account was hacked for 48 hours, with cybercriminals using it to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency project, his spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday. The breach, which began on Saturday, was first noticed on Sunday when the compromised account started posting endorsements for Solanafrica, falsely claiming to be “led by Ghana’s President […]

Nigeria’s headline inflation rate dropped to 23.18% relative to the January 2025 headline inflation rate of 24.48%. This was disclosed by the Nigeria Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in its February 2025 consumer price index (CPI) on Monday. According to NBS, the headline inflation rate showed a decrease of 1.30% compared to the January 2025 headline […]

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has fired back at former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai following his defection to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and his call for opposition leaders to join him, dismissing it as an act of self-interest and political vendetta. In a strongly worded statement on Monday, Felix Morka, APC’s national publicity […]

Billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote has accused the former governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun, of twice demolishing his cement factory in Itori, forcing his company to abandon the investment. However, he has now pledged to rebuild the facility, citing renewed confidence in the state’s business environment under Governor Dapo Abiodun. Speaking on Monday during a […]

FCMB Group Plc, a leading financial services holding company, has launched a new thematic campaign, The Power of the Group. At the heart of this campaign is a simple yet powerful truth: Success is not a solitary pursuit; it thrives on shared purpose and collaboration. The campaign’s 90-second TV commercial vividly illustrates this, contrasting individual […]

The former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Lagos State, Dr Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has defected to the All Progressives Congress. Jandor made the announcement on Monday during a press conference at his office in Ikeja, Lagos, weeks after resigning from the PDP. Jandor cited internal crises and lack of […]

Toke Makinwa, the media personality, says she would have gotten divorced again if she had remarried. Toke married Maje Ayida, her longtime partner, in 2014. However, their union was short-lived due to infidelity allegations in 2015, leading to their divorce in 2017. In a recent episode of her podcast, Toke Moments, the media personality reflected on […]

Fatai Odunsi, the father of the Nigerian singer Asake, says he and the music star have resolved their dispute. Odunsi spoke on Sunday in a viral video shot in what appears to be his home in Isale Eko, Lagos. Earlier, he had put out a monologue where he appealed for financial assistance to address his […]

The Lagos government has issued an early warning that the state will witness above-normal rainfall in the first peak of 2025 with a delayed cessation extending into December. Speaking at a press conference, Tokunbo Wahab, the state commissioner for environment and water resources, said the forecast indicates a “longer-than-usual rainy season, starting in late March […]

Lagos State Government will shut and divert traffic for the emergency repairs of the Independence/Mekwen Bridge (inbound Marina/CMS route) for two months. Disclosing this in a statement on Sunday, the State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said the emergency repair of the bridge is scheduled from Wednesday, March 19 19, to Monday, May 26, 2025. […]

Nigeria’s economic reality is a nightmare that keeps millions awake at night. It is a daily struggle for survival, a battle against skyrocketing prices, stagnant wages, and an uncertain future. Amid this crisis, a young Nigerian, Ushie Uguamaye aka Raye, took to TikTok to express the frustration many feel but few dare to voice. Less […]

Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that Nigerian security officials are planning to arrest her upon her return to Nigeria. Mrs Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed the move is linked to her participation in the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) meeting in New York on 11 March, where she raised concerns about her suspension from the Senate and sexual […]

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has thrown his full weight behind the South West Games 2025, describing the tournament as a revolutionary initiative that will unlock unprecedented opportunities for youth empowerment and socioeconomic development in the region. Governor Adeleke gave this glowing endorsement while receiving the President of the South West Games 2025, Akogun […] The post South West games 2025 appeared first on Media Room Hub.

An Anambra State governorship aspirant, Johnbosco Onunkwo, on Saturday urged President Bola Tinubu and the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje to extend a hand of fellowship to a former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, and other aggrieved members of the party. Onunkwo made the appeal at the […] The post Embrace Ngige, APC aspirant begs Tinubu appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye has hailed the resourcefulness and uncommon sacrifices made by the women towards having a better society. Adelye said that despite the challenges, women have continued to combine their beauty, strength, resilience, courage and confidence to push for a better Nigeria and advance the frontiers of […] The post IWD: Ogun commissioner hails women’s resourcefulness, sacrifices to nation-building appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Nasarawa State Government says plans have been concluded to establish a centralised database for all information relating to land matters in the state. The State Commissioner for Lands and Urban Development, Umaru Tanko-Tunga, disclosed this during a press briefing in Lafia, the state capital, on Saturday. He noted that the aim of setting up […] The post Nasarawa introduces centralised database for land matters appeared first on Media Room Hub.

MTN Nigeria has unveiled the possibilities of its 5G data network with an electric campaign titled “Go MAD” (Make a Difference). This campaign is all about inspiring young people to become changemakers in their communities. After thrilling activations in Abuja, Enugu, and Calabar, MTN is now bringing the Go MAD energy to Ibadan this Saturday, […] The post MTN Brings the Go MAD Energy to Ibadan: Five Things to Look Out For appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Chebukati passed away at the age of 64 on February 21 at Nairobi Hospital, where he had been admitted in critical condition.