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BREAKING: Jonathan Sends Message To Fubara, Wike Amid Rivers Crisis
BREAKING: Jonathan Sends Message To Fubara, Wike Amid Rivers Crisis....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is currently serving as the FCT Minister, to de-escalate the ongoing political tensions in Rivers State. Jonathan’s call for peace came as he arrived in Port Harcourt to inaugurate the N222.1 billion Trans-Kalabari Road construction project, which aims to connect the city with various coastal Ijaw communities…….CONTINUE READING
During the inauguration ceremony, Jonathan emphasized the importance of unity between outgoing and incoming governors for the benefit of the state. He highlighted that the current political crisis in Rivers would not contribute to its development and stressed that cooperation between Fubara and Wike is essential for the progress and prosperity of the state.
“Outgoing governors and incoming governors must know that they work together for the collective interest of the state, and that is critical,” Jonathan stated. He added, “In the case of Rivers, Honourable Minister Nyesom Wike and Governor Sim Fubara must work together to develop the lands and people of Rivers State. The tension will not help.”
Jonathan warned that destabilizing Rivers State would have detrimental effects not only on the Niger Delta region but also on the entire country, underscoring the state’s pivotal role in Nigeria. “Rivers State is very critical in this country. Rivers State is the heart of the Niger Delta. If River State is destabilized, the whole country will be destabilized,” he said.
Before the current political turmoil, Jonathan was not widely seen as an ally of Wike and his political faction. However, Governor Fubara has been seeking to build alliances with individuals holding different political views than Wike to bolster his own political group.
This call for unity from Jonathan comes at a crucial time, as Rivers State navigates its political landscape and aims for continued development and stability.
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ASUU Ultimatum: Lecturers Threaten Fresh Strike Over Unpaid 2025 Agreement And Worsening Welfare!.
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The Ultimatum: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) branch at Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero (AFUSTA), Kebbi State, has given the state government and university management a two-week window to meet its demands or face an indefinite strike.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Core Grievances: The dispute centers on the failure to implement the FGN/ASUU 2025 Agreement—which took effect on January 1, 2026—alongside other unresolved staff welfare issues.
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Leadership Stance: In a statement jointly signed by branch Chairman Dr. Isah Musa-Fakai and Secretary Dr. Gado Abubakar, the union noted that the decision was reached following a July 30 congress meeting with the ASUU National Visitation Team.
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Timeline: The ultimatum runs effectively from July 31 through August 13. While the union emphasizes that dialogue and peaceful negotiation remain its preferred path, it warned that a total and comprehensive industrial action is inevitable if the authorities fail to act.
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Team Nigeria secured a seventh-place finish on the final medals table at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, wrapping up a successful run of 24 medals across athletics, weightlifting, and para-powerlifting.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Dates & Location: Held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2, featuring 215 medal events across 10 sports.
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Top Standings: Australia dominated the competition with 170 medals (including 70 gold), followed by England in second and Canada in third. India, hosts Scotland, and New Zealand rounded out positions four through six, just ahead of Nigeria.
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Delegation: Nigeria’s 72-member contingent featured swimmer Abdul Jabar Adama as flagbearer for the opening ceremony (stepping in for sprinter Miracle Ezechukwu), and para-powerlifting star Folashade Oluwafemiayo carrying the Commonwealth baton.
Medal Breakdown & Highlights
Nigeria amassed 10 gold, 7 silver, and 7 bronze medals, heavily anchored by dominant performances in strength sports, complemented by a strong late push from the athletics squad.
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Para-Powerlifting (Strong Start):
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Gold: Esther Nworgu, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, and Riluwan Idris opened the campaign with stellar gold-medal performances.
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Silver: Roland Ezuruike, Esther Oyema, and Rita Ferdinand added to the tally.
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Weightlifting (Podium Finishes):
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Gold: Edidiong Umoafia (men’s 71kg), Onome Didih (women’s 53kg), and Rafiatu Lawal (women’s 58kg) all claimed top honors.
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Silver: Ruth Nyong secured a silver medal in the women’s 48kg category.
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Athletics (Strong Finish):
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Gold: Goodness Nwachukwu (women’s F44 discus), Chukwuebuka Enekwechi (men’s shot put), and Ezekiel Nathaniel (men’s 400m hurdles) delivered the country’s final gold medals.
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Podium Finishes (Silver/Bronze): Jessica Oji, Udodi Onwuzurike, Temitope Adeshina, Kayinsola Ajayi, and Tobi Amusan rounded out the successful campaign with additional podium finishes.
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Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi discussed the rationale behind the Senate’s decision to withhold confirmation for a ministerial nominee during an appearance on the Mic On Podcast. Addressing the screening process regarding former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, the Ebonyi North lawmaker emphasized that senators fulfilled their constitutional mandate by prioritizing the nation’s interests above political ties or personal relationships.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Nwaebonyi maintained that the legislature has no regrets regarding the outcome, noting that the confirmation process serves as a rigorous evaluation rather than a routine formality. He reaffirmed that the Senate remains committed to acting independently and responsibly when vetting individuals entrusted with public office.
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