Berlin, Germany – German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday defended his decision to fire finance minister Christian Lindner last week, prompting the collapse of his three-party coalition and early elections. “The decision was correct and unavoidable,” said Scholz as he gave a government statement in parliament. Scholz dismissed Lindner on November 6 following months of…
Calabar, Cross River State – Governor Bassey Otu on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, presented official vehicles to the newly inaugurated Vice Chairmen of Council. This is in line with the Cross River State Government’s commitment to enhancing productivity and efficiency while promoting the well-being of the public service workforce, particularly at the local government level….
Obudu, Cross River State – The Chairman of Obudu Local Government Area, Hon. Peter Akonfe Undiandeye, on Monday, November 11, 2024, inaugurated the 7th Legislative Council, at the Legislative Chamber in the Council Secretariat. Speaking at the ceremony, the Chairman congratulated the newly elected Councillors for their victory at the polls and charged them to…
Lagos, Nigeria – The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a stern warning to Ikeja and Eko electricity distribution companies (IKEDC and EKEDC) regarding their planned replacement of Unistar meters. The commission cautioned that any attempt to proceed in defiance of FCCPC’s order will attract severe penalties, underscoring its commitment to protecting…
Calabar, Nigeria – As part of the 2024 Divine Birthday celebrations of His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS) is sponsoring a Sports Festival in Calabar, Cross River State. The event, set to take place from Wednesday, November 13 to Friday, November 14 at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, will…
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences over the passing of Justice Emmanuel Obioma Ogwuegbu, a former Supreme Court Justice and esteemed figure in Nigeria’s judiciary. In a heartfelt message to the Ogwuegbu family, the President also extended sympathies to legal professionals nationwide grieving the loss of this revered jurist, who mentored…
