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Fubara Dissolves Rivers Pension Board

September 26, 2025 (updated September 26, 2025) Published by

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has dissolved the Rivers State Pensions Board with immediate effect.

ObasEmpire reports that this was communicated in a Government Special Announcement issued in Port Harcourt on Friday evening by the State Head of Service, Mrs Inyingi Brown.

According to the Special Announcement, the office of the State Accountant General will handle the functions of the Board until a new board is constituted.

While no reason was given for the dissolution of the board, the statement directed members of the former board to hand over all properties and assets of the board in their possession to the Director of Administration of the Board.

The statement reads, “The Executive Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the immediate dissolution of the Rivers State Pensions Board.

Consequently, the Office of the Accountant General of Rivers State, henceforth, will handle the functions of the Board.

Members of the defunct board are by this notice advised to hand over all properties and assets of the board in their possession to the Director of Administration of the Board.

His Excellency, the Executive Governor, will in due course constitute a new board to manage the affairs of Pensions.”

ObasEmpire reports that Fubara was on September 18 reinstated as governor by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu after he lifted the State of Emergency imposed on the South-South state.

Photos:Heavy Security as Lagos Govt demolishes Over 19 buildings at Tade fair plaza

September 25, 2025 (updated September 25, 2025) Published by

Over 19 buildings were on Thursday pulled down at the New Mandela Plaza, within the popular Trade Fair Complex in Lagos, as the state government moved in with a heavy security presence to carry out a massive demolition exercise

At the time of filing this report, selective buildings inside the plaza were already reduced to rubble, sparking outrage from shop owners who claimed they were not served prior notice.

A visibly agitated plaza owner, who arrived while his shop was being pulled down, screamed from his car that no notice was served before the bulldozers moved in. Some sales representatives lamented that their bosses’ goods, still locked up inside the shops, were destroyed alongside the buildings.

When contacted to clarify the role of the Task Force, its Chairman said the operation did not originate from his office. He explained: “Sometimes, security agencies in the state seek the backup of the Task Force to secure the environment. That does not mean they initiated the process. However, if such reports come to my table, I will let you know.”

As at press time, there was no official statement from the Lagos State Government on the demolition, but security operatives remained on ground to forestall any breakdown of law and order.

Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux Melt Hearts as Baby Rakeem Turns One Month

September 24, 2025 (updated September 24, 2025) Published by

Nigerian actress and lifestyle influencer Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo, and her husband, Tanzanian music sensation Juma Jux, have warmed hearts on social media with stunning new family portraits.

The couple joyfully marked the one-month milestone of their son, Rakeem, by sharing adorable photos that beautifully captured the essence of their new journey into parenthood.

One of the highlights of the shoot was Juma Jux proudly cradling his baby boy in his arms, beaming with fatherly pride. In another touching moment, the Tanzanian star was seen backing his baby Rakeem, holding him close in a protective and affectionate fatherly bond.

The images reflected not only his love and devotion but also the strength of the new bond forming between father and son.

Priscilla Ojo, glowing with elegance and joy, was pictured beside her husband and son, radiating happiness as she embraced motherhood. Known for her thriving career as a fashion entrepreneur and influencer, Priscilla continues to inspire many with her graceful balance of family life and career.

Fans across Nigeria, Tanzania, and beyond have flooded the couple’s pages with congratulatory messages and heart emojis, celebrating baby Rakeem’s one-month milestone. Many admired the couple’s unity, calling them one of Africa’s most beautiful celebrity families.

Juma Jux, celebrated for his soulful music, is now winning hearts in his new role as a doting father, while Priscilla Ojo shines as a proud mother. Together, they have quickly become a symbol of love and modern African celebrity parenting.

As Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux share these precious family moments, their followers are excited to watch baby Rakeem grow and witness more milestones. Their story is not only about fame but also about love, commitment, and the joy of family.

Davido gifts wife Chioma 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon

September 24, 2025 (updated September 24, 2025) Published by

Nigerian Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has gifted his wife, Chioma Adeleke, a 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon.

The luxury SUV, recently released to the market, is valued at over $150,000 (N240 million), depending on specifications.

The 2025 model features a new design and electric options, representing a significant upgrade from previous versions.

In a video posted on his Instagram Story on Wednesday, Davido said he traded in an older model and added funds to purchase the new vehicle.

Presenting the G-Wagon to Chioma, he described the gesture as his way of giving her “only the best”.

Chioma, who appeared visibly delighted, received the car months after the couple’s high-profile white wedding in Miami on August 10, 2025.

The wedding, the last in a series of three ceremonies, reportedly cost about $3.7 million and drew notable figures from politics, business and entertainment.

BREAKING: Natasha Reveals ‘Condition’ Tied to Her Senate Resumption

September 23, 2025 (updated September 23, 2025) Published by

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has disclosed that her return to plenary may be subject to an apology demanded by the Senate leadership.

The lawmaker representing Kogi Central made the revelation on Tuesday after resuming at her office in the National Assembly, which had been sealed since March following her suspension.

Her office, Room 205 in the Senate Wing, was reopened earlier in the day by Deputy Director of the Sergeant-at-Arms, Alabi Adedeji, on the directive of the Senate leadership.

In a video circulated to journalists, Adedeji stated: “I, Alabi Adedeji, Deputy Director, Sergeant-at-Arms, National Assembly, having been directed to unseal the office of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, hereby unseal the office.”

When approached for clarification, Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu said: “If something was sealed before and now unsealed, it means it has been unsealed.”

It is understood that the reopening of the senator’s office follows pressure from within and outside the chamber after her six-month suspension over alleged misconduct. While some senators favour her immediate reinstatement, others insist she must tender an apology, with a third group pushing for the suspension to remain until a pending Court of Appeal ruling is delivered.

Addressing journalists, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan expressed concern over the condition reportedly being considered.

I have not been communicated. The last communication I had from the clerk was that I won’t be allowed access to resume because the matter was still pending at the Appeal,” she said.

So I’m still awaiting the letter because it’s good to understand the conditions that they might set illegally concerning the reopening of this my office because as I said earlier I read on the papers, I think it’s Vanguard to be specific, that the leadership meeting was held yesterday and that the Minority Leader Senator Abba Moro upon resumption on the 7th of October would move a motion for me to apologise.

So I’m actually worried as to what apology they need from me. You can’t apologise for injustice.”

Gunmen assassinate APC chieftain in front of his family in Otukpo, Benue

September 22, 2025 (updated September 22, 2025) Published by

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Otukpo, Benue State, Hon. Ejeh Udeh, has been shot dead at his residence by unknown gunmen.

ObasEmpire gathered that the gunmen stormed his Ugboju residence around 12:00 a.m. on Monday and opened fire on him in front of his family.

Eyewitnesses confirmed that the assailants, who arrived on a motorcycle, laid in wait for him.

As soon as he entered his house, they surrounded him and opened fire.

His body has since been deposited at the Otukpo General Hospital morgue.

More to come..

Such An Enterprise Amounts To A Fool’s Errand’ – Ibas Blasts Rivers Lawmakers Over Move To Probe Him

September 22, 2025 (updated September 22, 2025) Published by

A looming confrontation may be brewing between the immediate past Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), and the Rivers State House of Assembly following the lawmakers’ move to probe state expenditure during the six months of emergency rule.

ObasEmpire that Ibas ceased to be the state administrator on September 17, after President Bola Tinubu lifted the emergency rule and directed Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and lawmakers to resume their offices.

At its first plenary after resumption, the Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, resolved to investigate financial transactions carried out during the period.

The lawmakers noted their intention “to explore the process of knowing what transpired during the emergency rule with regard to spending from the consolidated revenue fund for the award of contracts and other expenditure.”

Reacting, Ibas insisted the Assembly had no authority to investigate him, as they did not appoint him.

Speaking through his Senior Special Adviser on Media, Hector Igbikiowubu, with Punch on Sunday, Ibas argued that the probe was effectively a challenge to the President, who appointed him, and the National Assembly, which supervised his tenure.

He, however, dismissed their resolve as “commentary,” describing any probe against the former administrator as futile.

He said, “When you say they were going to probe the tenure of the administrator, was it the Assembly that appointed the administrator?

You see, the point to note is that commentary is free. You can’t stop people from running commentary. The House of Assembly has been on break for a very long time, and you will appreciate that they have not been able to discharge their functions for such a long time.

Now that they have resumed, they have to make an effort to carry out their functions. So, it will seem their right to probe what has gone wrong in the state. Nobody can stop the lawmakers from carrying out a probe of what they perceive to be their functions within the state.

But like I asked earlier, were they the ones that appointed the administrator? So, if you didn’t appoint the administrator, it goes to reason that you have certain limitations. When you also realise that the administrator was appointed by the President, it goes without reason that the administrator acted for and on behalf of the President.”

When you also reason that the administrator was supervised by the National Assembly, it goes without reason that when you decide to probe the administrator, you’re invariably saying that you will be probing the administrator and the National Assembly.

So, I wish them good luck with their plan and their probe. But you and I know that such an enterprise amounts to a fool’s errand.”

Liverpool Maintain 100%, United Edge Chelsea As Spurs, Fulham Shine In Saturday EPL Drama

September 21, 2025 (updated September 21, 2025) Published by

The English Premier League table underwent a swift shuffling on Saturday as Liverpool maintained their unbeaten run with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Everton in Saturday’s Merseyside derby at Anfield.

Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring early in the 10th minute after linking up with Mohamed Salah, before Hugo Ekitike doubled the lead 19 minutes later.

Everton refused to roll over, pulling one back through Idrissa Gueye in the second half, but Liverpool held on to claim all three points.

The result means Jurgen Klopp’s side have now won all five of their opening games, while Everton dropped to seventh after suffering their second defeat of the campaign.

Spurs Show Spirit in 2-2 Draw at Brighton

Tottenham staged a spirited comeback to share the spoils in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Brighton at the Amex Stadium.

The hosts looked comfortable after goals from Yankuba Minteh and Yasin Ayari put them 2-0 up, but Spurs rallied back. Richarlison halved the deficit before Brighton’s Jan Paul van Hecke put the ball into his own net late on after pressure from Mohammed Kudus.

The result leaves both sides reflecting on missed chances: Brighton for failing to close out the game, Spurs for leaving it late to rescue a point

Manchester United Secured All Three Points

ObasEmpire reports that the Red Devils secured a much-needed win, but had to survive a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Old Trafford.

Chelsea’s goalkeeper Robert Sánchez was sent off inside five minutes, tilting the contest. United capitalised, with Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro giving the hosts control.

But Casemiro later saw red himself, and Chelsea pulled one back through Trevoh Chalobah, sparking a frantic finale. United held firm, easing some of the pressure on Erik ten Hag, while Chelsea left Manchester feeling hard done by.

Fulham Overcome Brentford in West London Derby

Meanwhile, Fulham showed grit and quality to beat their neighbours, Brentford, 3-1 at Craven Cottage.

Mikkel Damsgaard had given Brentford an early lead, punishing a defensive mix-up. But Alex Iwobi equalised just before half-time, swinging momentum.

Harry Wilson then curled in a superb strike to put Fulham ahead, before Ethan Pinnock’s own goal sealed victory.

The win lifted Fulham up the table, while Brentford’s defensive frailties were once again exposed

Tinubu Celebrate wife,Oluremi On 65th birthday

September 21, 2025 (updated September 21, 2025) Published by

Says her quiet strength, enduring grace have been his steadying anchor

Describes the first lady as his confidant, counsellor, ready flame dotting his path

Sanwo-Olu celebrates first lady, says she’s ‘our amazon’

Deji Elumoye in Abuja

President Bola Tinubu has rejoiced with his wife and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday on Sunday, September 21, 2025.Also, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has celebrated the First Lady, describing her as a “compassionate and strong-willed” leader whose influence continues to resonate across the country.The governor described the first lady as “our amazon” and prayed for her continued strength and good health.In a birthday tribute issued late last night, the President Tinubu who addressed his better half as Oluremi Mi, said her strength and enduring grace have been his steadying anchor.President Bola Tinubu has rejoiced with his wife and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday on Sunday, September 21, 2025.Also, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has celebrated the First Lady, describing her as a “compassionate and strong-willed” leader whose influence continues to resonate across the country.The governor described the first lady as “our amazon” and prayed for her continued strength and good health.In a birthday tribute issued late last night, the President Tinubu who addressed his better half as Oluremi Mi, said her strength and enduring grace have been his steadying anchor.

President Tinubu also described the First Lady as his confidant, counsellor and ready flame illuminating his path.The president in the seven-paragraph birthday tribute to his wife stated, inter alia: “Oluremi Mi, as you celebrate your 65th birthday today, I honour not only the love of my life, but also a woman whose quiet strength and enduring grace have been my steadying anchor. Through every season, from the long years of struggle and political exile, to leadership responsibilities, you have stood firmly by my side with dignity, patience, and devotion that words can scarcely express.“You are more than my wife. You are my confidant, counsellor, and the steady flame illuminating my path. In you, our children and grandchildren see the example of compassion and faith, and in you, our nation sees the true strength of womanhood; resolute yet tender, humble yet unshakably firm.

Nigeria owes you more than many will ever know. In every sacrifice you made quietly, in every burden you carried without complaint, you have served this country as surely as I have, not from the podium, but from the heart of our home.“Today, as your husband, I thank God for your life, health, and unwavering love. As your President, I salute you as the First Lady whose warmth and empathy continue to touch millions of lives across our land. And as your lifelong companion, I say that I love you more than ever, and am blessed every day by your presence. Your love is a treasure I hold dear.

Happy 65th birthday, Oluremi. May the years ahead be filled with joy, peace, and the fulfillment you so richly deserve.On his part, Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a congratulatory message issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, praised Mrs. Tinubu for her contributions to public service both in Lagos and nationally, noting her record as Lagos First Lady for eight years and as a three-term senator.“On behalf of my adorable wife, Ibijoke, the government and the entire people of Lagos State, I heartily congratulate Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady and the wife of our leader and President, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday,” the governor said.

He lauded her work through the Renewed Hope Initiative, a pet project of the First Lady, which he said has touched millions of lives since President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023.According to Sanwo-Olu, Senator Tinubu has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving the lives of women and children, spearheading empowerment programmes and philanthropic projects across the country.“Senator Oluremi Tinubu is a great ambassador of our dear State. She has served the State passionately as First Lady for eight years and as a member of the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly for three consecutive terms without any blemish,” Sanwo-Olu said.

We are proud of her achievements in both private and public offices. Her contributions to the development of both Lagos and Nigeria are commendable.“We celebrate Senator Oluremi Tinubu today and always for her kindness, advocacy for social justice, and philanthropic endeavours,” the release further read. “As our Amazon, Senator Oluremi Tinubu turns 65, I pray for God’s continued guidance and good health for her.“God will give her more strength and grace to render more service to humanity and our dear country, Nigeria,” he prayed.

Hilda Baci Marks 30th Birthday in Style After Guinness Jollof World Record

September 21, 2025 (updated September 21, 2025) Published by

Nigerian chef and media personality, Hilda Baci, has turned 30 in grand style.

The record-breaking cook shared breathtaking photos on her social media to mark the special day.

Her birthday comes only days after she made history once again by setting a new Guinness World Record. This time she made it for cooking the largest pot of Jollof rice at Eko Hotel, Lagos. The feat, backed by Gino, has placed her name in the spotlight as many continue to praise her.

In her birthday post, Hilda reflected on her journey so far. She wrote: “This is 30, and it feels like stepping into a brand-new book, not just another chapter. I carry every lesson, every tear, every win with me, but I walk forward lighter, stronger, and overflowing with gratitude to God. The woman I’ve prayed to be is the woman I’m becoming.”

Recall Hilda Baci won the Guinness World Record for the largest pot of Jollof rice last week. This is another milestone for the talented cook who continues to soar both in her career and personal life.

Celebrities and fans trooped to her page with goodwill messages. Popular influencer Enioluwa said: “Happy birthday my darling, I love you so much… You deserve every good thing that comes your way… We party tonight.”

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