Author Archives: Chief Oyibo

Obasanjo: FG Expects More from Oil Firms

President Olusegun Obasanjo yesterday said that oil firms operating in the Niger Delta could do more to promote development and peace in the region. The President, who made the observation in Yenagoa, capital of Bayelsa State on the first day … read more

RELIGIOUS CRISIS 20 arrested in Kaduna

About 20 people have been arrested by the Kaduna State Police Command for their alleged roles in the religious crisis which rocked the Lere Local Government of the state last Thursday. During the violence, 48 inmates of the Saminaka Prisons … read more

UK Foreign Office Press Release

Foreign Office Minister Lord Triesman has welcomed the release of a group of seven hostages, including four British nationals, held in Nigeria. Lord Triesman said: ‘I am pleased at the successful outcome to this kidnap and would like to express … read more

Militants, task force in gun duel

Niger Delta militants and troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Hope, on Wednesday exchanged gunfire at Dibi fields of Chevron Nigeria Limited in Delta State. Our correspondent gathered in Warri on Thursday morning that the militants suffered heavy casualty. … read more

Stella Obasanjo�s cabs disappear from roads

The 200 Peugeot vehicles acquired by the Rivers State Government to ease intra-city transportation are gradually disappearing from the streets of Port Harcourt , the state capital. Investigations revealed that contrary to the directives given to the beneficiaries to restrict … read more