Author: Candid Reporters

Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles head coach, has released a 23-player final squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers later this month. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) announced the list in a statement on Tuesday. The final list came out one week after a 39-player provisional list was released for the forthcoming clash. The most prominent name missing in the trimmed list is Ahmed Musa, the Super Eagles captain. The inclusion of Musa in the initial squad was surprising since his last call up to the team was for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire where he did not…

Habeeb Okikiola Badmus  popularly known as Portable has issued a warning to individuals in Nollywood, particularly those in the Yoruba film industry, to refrain from getting intimate with his wife. Ashabi Simple, one of Portable’s baby mamas, is a Yoruba actress. Portable’s warning comes in the wake of the controversy surrounding actor Baba Tee and his colleague Ijoba Lande. Lande recently claimed that his wife Darasimi had left him after discovering her infidelity with at least 21 men in the entertainment industry, including Baba Tee. Baba Tee admitted to having a brief sexual encounter with Dara during a game of ‘Truth or Dare’, but she denied the claim,…

Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah has extended his birthday wishes and greetings to Senator Austin Akobundu on his birthday. The message was contained in a press statement made available to newsmen on Monday. Read the full statement below; Happy Birthday Sen. Austin Akobundu (Col. Rtd). “With profound joy, I, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah (CON), join friends and well-wishers to celebrate an illustrious son of Abia, Sen. Austin Akobundu (Col. Rtd) on his birthday anniversary. “Dear elder brother, your journey, from your distinguished career in the military and now a full democrat representing Abia Central Senatorial district at the National Assembly has…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued an arrest warrant for Justice Adolphus Enebeli (Retd.), the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), and four other commissioners following their failure to appear before the Assembly. The warrant was issued after the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum given to them to appear on Monday. This came after an initial 48-hour deadline, which expired last Friday. During Monday’s plenary session, Speaker Martin Amaewhule and the House unanimously approved the warrant, reinforcing their demand for accountability from the RSIEC officials. Earlier on Monday, Ibiemebo Evelyn Thompson, the RSIEC Commissioner in…

Tony Okocha, Chairman of Rivers State All Progressives Congress (APC) has given Governor Fubara Options on the PDP Leadership Tussle by asking him to either resign or face impeachment by the State House of Assembly. Okocha issued the ultimatum during a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Monday, accusing the governor of mismanaging the state. According to Okocha, Fubara has only two options – resignation or impeachment. He alleged that Fubara’s administration has led the state into crisis. He further claimed that the Supreme Court, in its verdict, indicated that there is no functional government in Rivers State, citing multiple…

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has officially resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP). In a resignation letter submitted to his ward in Kaduna State on Monday, El-Rufai cited irreconcilable differences with the ruling party’s leadership and expressed disappointment with the APC’s trajectory in recent years. “I have diligently served the APC and made my contributions to its viability as a political platform,” he stated. “However, developments in the last two years have confirmed a troubling disregard for democratic principles and progressive values that I hold dear.” El-Rufai, a founding member…

Dr. Uche Ogah, former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development has congratulated women globally on the celebration of 2025 International World Women’s Day. Dr. Ogah said Women should continue to shine like zillion stars in galaxy. Read the full message below. To my ladies in the house. As you celebrate on this auspicious day, (The International Women’s Day), I stand boldly with you as always. May you all continue to shine like a zillion stars in the galaxy. Congratulations our distinguish amazons, jewels and women of valor. Happy International Women’s Day. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah (PhD), CON, FCA

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has revealed that the ongoing reconstruction and expansion of Port Harcourt road, Aba being handled by Julius Berger Construction Company will be completed and ready for commissioning on or before 29th May 2025. Governor Otti disclosed this while speaking at the monthly media briefing tagged “Governor Otti Speaks to Abians”. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to driving massive infrastructural development, saying that his Government is in a hurry to transform all sectors of the State’s economy. In his words; “We don’t have time. We are in a hurry. So, we have to do so…

Chief Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, Abia State Liaison Officer, National Assembly has joined others in the world to celebrate the International World Women’s Day. Chief Chinasa Expressed the importance of women in the society in a message titled; Celebrating Women: The Heart Of Our Society. Read full statement below; CELEBRATING WOMEN: THE HEART OF OUR SOCIETY* Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions of women in Abia State and beyond. Women are the pillars of families, the driving force of industries, and the heartbeat of governance. As the Abia State Liaison Officer, National Assembly, I…

A new era in music and media promotion is about to begin as SUPER SWIFT (Promotions), also known as Swift Media Promotions, officially launches on March 7, 2025. Founded by renowned broadcaster and media expert, the company aims to redefine music promotion, social media management, brand strategy, and content creation with cost-effective and impactful campaigns. With years of experience in broadcasting and media, the founder has built a reputation for excellence in storytelling and brand promotion. Now, through SUPER SWIFT (Promotions), he seeks to provide artists and brands with a strategic and results-driven approach to marketing. The company’s services include…