Governor Sheriff Oborevwori resolves a decade-long pension crisis in Delta State, clearing over N50bn in arrears for more than 11,800 local council retirees through strategic loans and sensitization.
Super Falcons star Esther Okoronkwo celebrated Christmas in Abia State by giving out over ₦2 million to strangers and meeting Governor Alex Otti. Read about her heartwarming gesture.
AIG Kanayo Uzuegbu directs Commissioners of Police in Imo, Abia, and Ebonyi to deploy personnel for a peaceful Christmas. Public urged to report suspicious activities.
Retirees of defunct Nigerian Airways met with PTAD in Abuja, seeking inclusion on the federal pension payroll. PTAD's Tolulope Odunaiya acknowledged their plight but cited legal constraints. Read more on their decades-long struggle.
An APC chieftain in Abia urges Governor Alex Otti to fully implement the Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy. Lawyer Femi Falana clarifies presidential powers.
Governor Alex Otti fulfills his pledge, releasing over 20 free buses to transport Abia indigenes from Lagos & Abuja home for Christmas 2025. Includes free urban transit and new electric buses.
APC's Prince Paul Ikonne alleges Governor Alex Otti is resisting local government autonomy despite a Supreme Court ruling and President Tinubu's directive. Read the full details.
APC chieftain Paul Ikonne calls on Abia Governor Alex Otti to fully implement the Supreme Court judgment on local government financial autonomy. He warns against politicizing the issue.
PenCom DG Omolola Oloworaran reveals the N758bn pension bond has been cashed, with over N600bn released to beneficiaries. Pension assets now stand at N27 trillion.
PDP BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara invites Abia's Alex Otti to join the party for his 2027 re-election bid, citing his performance as a major asset. Read more on this political move.
Abia State Governor Alex Otti reaffirms his plan to quit active politics after his tenure, dismissing claims of presidential or senatorial ambitions. Read Nigerians' reactions.
Former wrestling champion Osita Offor receives Masters Philanthropy Personality of the Year award for his humanitarian work. Read about his emotional journey and national impact.
An FCT High Court has barred former Abia Information Commissioner Eze Chikamnayo from making defamatory comments against Governor Alex Otti, pending a N100bn lawsuit. Details on the legal battle.
Abia State University's Governing Council holds its first town hall meeting with staff and students to address issues from salaries to infrastructure. The council announces progress on key problems.
TotalEnergies Nigeria launches TEMC+ card for secure fleet & business payments, competing with Paystack. Nationwide migration ends Dec 31, 2025.
Nigeria's PenCom has disbursed N577.26 billion to over 1.05 million Retirement Savings Accounts, clearing major pension arrears. Read how this impacts retirees and the pension system.
Barrister Ngozi Ekeoma, Group MD of Nepal Energies, shares her journey, the role of integrity in business, and her vision for Nigeria's energy sector. Discover how her leadership created over 2000 jobs.
French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.
Amangwo Umuigu community in Abia is in mourning after the headless body of 25-year-old Solomon Ikoku was found. Six vigilante members arrested as police investigate the shocking murder. Read the full story.
An 88-year-old US Army veteran forced to work at a grocery store after his pension vanished receives a life-changing $1.77 million from generous internet donors. Read the heartwarming story.
FCSC Chairman Prof. Tunji Olaopa calls for shared learning among state civil service commissions to deepen reforms. Abia State CSC chosen as first pilot for national strategic plan implementation.
Federal pensioners in Nigeria plan a dramatic nationwide n@ked protest on December 8 to demand payment of N32,000 increment and N25,000 palliative arrears. Read their urgent plea.
The Federal Government has set a December 20 deadline to settle all outstanding payments owed to road contractors, following protests over N4 trillion in delayed project financing. Minister David Umahi announced the presidential directive.
Federal pensioners in Nigeria plan a nationwide naked protest on December 8 to demand payment of N32,000 increment and N25,000 palliative arrears approved in 2023. Read details.
Rivers United manager Finidi George assures fans the team will recover from recent poor form. Read his analysis of the psychological impact and plans for the NPFL clash vs Abia Warriors.
The Federal Government has started paying monthly stipends to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) beneficiaries. Over 42,000 trainees have received ₦22,500 each. Read more.
Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa declares an end to ransom payments and negotiations with terrorists, citing it fuels insecurity. He outlines a multi-faceted security strategy.
Idima Abam community in Abia State protests the arrest of their leader, Ezeogo Chukwu Jonah, detained in Abuja. They petition state lawmakers, alleging a kingship tussle and injustice. Read the full story.
The Central Bank of Nigeria issues strict new rules forcing banks to refund fraud victims within 16 days. Learn how this impacts you and the fight against financial crime.
President Bola Tinubu and Abia Governor Alex Otti held a crucial meeting at the Presidential Villa, linked to efforts for the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Details inside.