Author Archives: Chief Oyibo

Atiku denied use of presidential jet

THE Presidency, yesterday, denied Vice President Atiku Abubakar the use of a presidential plane to the United States of America (USA) for his vacation. This was 24 hours after he was adopted by the Action Congress (AC) and 10 other … read more

UK Foreign Office Travel Advice

This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Summary, Terrorism/Security and Local Laws and Customs section (child custody). The Overall level of the advice has not changed. We advise against all travel to the riverine areas of … read more

Shell evacuates families from Niger Delta

The largest oil operator in Nigeria, Royal Dutch Shell, began evacuating all staff dependants from the Niger Delta on Thursday after militants planted a car bomb in a residential compound, industry sources said. The evacuation involves about 400 family members … read more

Shell Adopts Stiff Security Measures

Following two car bombs that exploded at the Shell Club area of Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) residential area, the oil giant has closed most car parks in its areas of operation, and restricted entrance into its offices. As at … read more

Nigeria leader denies corruption

Nigeria’s president has denied claims by his deputy that he awarded contracts to his favourite aides and ministers. Atiku Abubakar told a parliamentary committee probing him for fraud that it was President Olusegun Obasanjo that was corrupt and not him. … read more

Militants say ransom offer nixed

A militant group in Nigeria’s oil-rich river delta region said Wednesday it has turned down offers of ransom for four foreign hostages, reiterating that the captives will only be freed in exchange for imprisoned comrades. “As earlier stated, the release … read more