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BREAKING: GOODLUCK JONATHAN AMONG LEADERS REPORTEDLY TRAPPED IN GUINEA-BISSAU AS SOLDIERS SEIZE POWER,

BREAKING: GOODLUCK JONATHAN AMONG LEADERS REPORTEDLY TRAPPED IN GUINEA-BISSAU AS SOLDIERS SEIZE POWER Former Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, is reportedly among several high-profile leaders trapped in Guinea-Bissau following a sudden military takeover in the country. Jonathan, who travelled to Bissau on a peace and mediation mission ahead of post-election consultations, was caught in the middle of the unfolding crisis as soldiers seized control of key state institutions and forcefully halted the electoral process. According to early reports, heavy gunfire echoed across the capital, Bissau, as the military moved to assert control, blocking major routes, shutting the nation’s borders, and placing political leaders under heavy guard. The coup leaders claimed they acted to “restore order” amid rising political tensions in the country. Diplomatic sources have confirmed that efforts are currently underway to secure Jonathan’s safety, alongside other d...
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PANDEF Condoles Elder Asu Beks on Demise of Wife

By EgbemaVoice  The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has expressed its condolences to Elder Asu Beks on the passing of his wife, Mrs. Helen Asu Beks. In a letter of commiseration, PANDEF National Chairman, Amb. (Dr.) Godknows Boladei Igali, described the deceased as a woman of great character, good works, and humility, who earned respect from her peers. The letter read: “The news of the passing into glory of your dearly beloved wife, Mrs. Helen Asu Beks, came to all of us in Pan Niger Delta Forum with total shock and grief. Although we mourn, we hold strong belief that the Almighty God knows best, and we glorify His exalted name.” PANDEF extends its affectionate condolences to Elder Asu Beks and his family, praying that the soul of the deceased rest in peace

PSC, NPF HIT THE GROUND RUNNING IN COMPLIANCE WITH PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE ON RECRUITMENT OF 30,000 POLICE OFFICERS:Sets up Joint Ad-hoc Committee to Drive the Process.

PRESS RELEASE PSC, NPF HIT THE GROUND RUNNING IN COMPLIANCE WITH PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE ON RECRUITMENT OF 30,000 POLICE OFFICERS: Sets up Joint Ad-hoc Committee to Drive the Process. The Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have established a high-powered joint Ad-hoc Committee to drive the immediate commencement of the recruitment of 30,000 new police personnel. The Ad-hoc Committee was inaugurated today, 26th November, 2025 by the Chairman, Police Service Commission DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (rtd) at the Police Service Commission Corporate Headquarters, Jabi, Abuja, following the presidential directive to bolster the numerical strength of the NPF and enhance national security. The primary mandate of the Joint Ad-hoc Committee is to collaborate and brainstorm on creating a seamless, transparent, and efficient recruitment process. The committee will work to ensure the exercise is conducted with the highest standards of integrity and merit. In ...

BREAKING: President Tinubu Declares National Security Emergency, Orders Massive Police/Army Recruitment and Total Overhaul,

BREAKING: President Tinubu Declares National Security Emergency, Orders Massive Police/Army Recruitment and Total Overhaul Key Measures Announced: - Authorises urgent additional recruitment into the Armed Forces and Police. - Nigerian Police Force to recruit an extra 20,000 officers (total planned increase to 50,000). - NYSC camps to be used as additional police training depots. - Officers currently on VIP protection duties to be redeployed after crash retraining to troubled areas. - DSS directed to immediately deploy all trained forest guards and recruit more to clear terrorists and bandits from forests nationwide. - Commends recent rescues (24 schoolgirls in Kebbi, 38 worshippers in Kwara) and vows continued efforts to free remaining hostages. - Pledges full federal support to state-level security outfits. - Calls on National Assembly to amend laws to allow willing states to establish state police. - Urges states to reconsider boarding schools in remote/insecure areas and...

FCT Minister, Nyesom WikeWike Suspends Mandate Secretary for Education, Danlami Hayoo over reports On Early Closure Of Schools in the FCT,

By EgbemaVoice, Federal Capital Territory, FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike has suspended the Mandate Secretary for Education, Danlami Hayoo over reports on early closure of public schools in the nation’s capital. Reports earlier indicated that the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA had ordered all public senior secondary schools in the nation’s capital to close on or before Friday, November 28, 2025, citing rising security concerns. According to a circular dated November 25, and obtained by AIT.live, the FCT Secondary Education Board had directed that all academic activities must end by Friday, with students “properly dismissed in an orderly and safe manner.” The Board further instructed school authorities to ensure clear communication with learners, staff, and parents; and to make necessary adjustments to scheduled activities where required; and resume normal operations on the next official school day unless otherwise directed. Schools had also been urged to treat the directive ...

Bayelsa Acquired-Aircraft Makes Historic Inaugural Flight, NASS Caucus, Lokpobiri, Ogbuku, Hail Diri’s Vision

By EgbemaVoice, The Governor Douye Diri administration, on Tuesday, recorded another landmark feat in the state’s history with the inaugural flight of one of its two newly acquired aircraft landing at its airport. The ATR-72/600 aircraft, which took off from the domestic wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 09:30hrs with about 50 passengers and crew on board, including Governor Douye Diri, the immediate past deputy governor of the state, Rear Admiral Gboribiogha John-Jonah, members of the state’s National Assembly Caucus, the Minister of State for Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Dr. Sam Ogbuku, President, Ijaw National Congress, Prof. Ben Okaba and the National Chairman, Pan Niger Delta Forum, Dr. Boladei Igali, among others, touched down at the Bayelsa airport at 10:40hrs amid jubilation by a mammoth crowd. The aircraft received the traditional water cannon salute on arrival fr...

IPF Announces Lawuru as Guest of Honour for the 2025 Ijaw Media Conference

IPF Announces Lawuru as Guest of Honour for the 2025 Ijaw Media Conference By EgbemaVoice, The President of Egbema Brotherhood, Alaowei Promise Lawuru, has accepted to serve as a Guest of Honour at the forthcoming Ijaw Media Conference 2025. The annual event in its second edition is put together by Ijaw Publhlishers Forum, with the theme w Media Conference, themed "Safeguarding Niger Delta's Natural Resources for Future Generations". The youthful politician cum businessman received invitation to serve the role on Monday when a delegation of the Central Working Committee led by Pastor Arex Akemotubo paid him a courtesy visit on Monday. In his presentation, Akemotubo explained that this year’s theme was chosen out of concern for the growing strain on the region’s land and waters.  The Publisher of WaffiTV stressed that the forum wants to strengthen public understanding, support honest reporting, and encourage leaders to protect what the Niger Delta holds for the...

KINGS AND QUEENS DELTA STATE INTAKES JULY 2007 FACES GALLERY LINKS,

KINGS AND QUEENS DELTA STATE INTAKES JULY 2007 FACES GALLERY LINKS,  KINGS AND QUEENS DELTA STATE INTAKES – JULY 2007 SET The Kings and Queens Delta State Intakes of 1st July 2007, Nigeria Police Force, trained at the Police Training College, Orji River, Enugu State, have officially unveiled their gallery of members’ portraits for future identification and reference. This initiative is aimed at strengthening unity, recognition, and mutual support among officers of the 2007 Delta State origin intake, ensuring they can easily reconnect wherever duty may take them throughout their policing career. The group, formed by the intakes themselves, is dedicated to supporting members during important life events such as childbirth, child dedication, marriage ceremonies, and other significant occurrences. It serves as a network of solidarity, brotherhood, and professional bond among colleagues who began their journey together. The association is governed by ...