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Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, who also serves as Director-General and National Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA), has approved the appointment of key officials to lead various arms of the organization.

In a statement issued by Tunde Rahman, Director of Media and Publicity for the RHA, Uzodinma said the appointments are aimed at “strengthening the structure and improve the operational efficiency of the RHA” ahead of the 2027 general elections.”

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the RHA, established in November 2025, serves as a strategic platform to promote the policies, programmes, and achievements of the administration led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu across the country.

Under the new structure, Governor Uba Sani has been appointed Deputy Director-General, while Governor Inuwa Yahaya will serve as Secretary.

James Faleke takes on the role of Deputy Secretary.

The RHA includes six zonal coordinators, 37 state coordinators, and 774 local government coordinators nationwide.

Among the newly appointed directors, Mustapha Abdullahi will head the Youth Directorate, while Olisa Metuh oversees Organisation and Mobilisation.

Rahman continues as Director of Media and Publicity, with Sunday Dare in charge of Digital and New Media.

Other appointments include Mele Geidam (Finance) Muiz Banire (Monitoring, Compliance and Legal) and Bisoye Coker-Odusote (Technology and Data).

Additional roles were assigned to Abubakar Abubakar (Support Groups) Ibrahim Garba (Intelligence) Sani Musa (Special Duties) and Simon Karu (Planning).

Also on the list are Halima Zakari (Welfare), Nnamdi Mbaeri (Administration), Bilikisu Muhammed Kaika (Women Affairs), Abike Dabiri-Erewa (Diaspora) and Hadiza Bala Usman (Research and Innovation).

According to the statement, the appointments reflect a deliberate effort to build a broad-based and functional structure capable of effectively engaging Nigerians and communicating government policies at all levels.

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PDP ex-spokesperson, Metuh, others appointed to lead Tinubu Renewed Hope Ambassadors

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Stanel Group and The Delborough Lagos, Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu, felicitates with mommy Nwakuche aka Lady D, beloved mother to the Managing Director of Veritas Kapital Assurance Plc, Dr. Adaobi Nwakuche, on the occasion of her 80th birthday.

In a personal goodwill message marking the milestone, Uzochukwu described the celebrant’s 80th year as a remarkable moment of grace, dignity, and divine preservation, noting that the journey reflects a life of impact and quiet strength.

He stated that reaching such an age is a rare privilege, adding that it speaks to God’s faithfulness and the celebrant’s enduring relevance within her family and wider community.

According to him, Lady D represents wisdom, stability, and nurturing influence, qualities he said have continued to inspire those around her over the years.

Uzochukwu further prayed for continued good health, peace, and renewed strength for the celebrant, expressing hope that the years ahead would be filled with greater joy and fulfilment.

CEO Stanel Group felicitates with Mommy Nwakuche, Lady D on 80th birthday

Life Lager Beer is bringing an exciting opportunity that could take you all the way to London.

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Speaking on the Back to Bars Experience, Chukwuemeka Chieki stated, “Life Lager Beer has always been about shared moments, the kind that happen naturally when people come together, whether it’s after a long day, over conversations that stretch into the night, or in those unplanned gatherings that end up meaning the most.

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Win all expense paid trip to London with Life Lager’s Back to Bars experience

Nollywood actress and producer, Laide Bakare has announced that she would soon be getting married for the third time.

In a recent interview with content creator, Akin Abolade, the movie star stated it would be the first time she would be getting married “officially” despite two previous failed marriages.

“I will soon be getting married officially for the first time ever,” she said.

The actress disclosed that preparations are already underway for her wedding.

She, however, did not disclose the date of the wedding or the identity of her husband-to-be.

Laide Bakare has been married twice. Her first marriage was to US-based businessman Olumide Okufulure, with whom she shares a daughter, Simi. After their separation, she remarried Alhaji Mutairu Atanda Orilowo in 2012, and the union produced two sons.

However, she left her second marriage after Orilowo was reportedly declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in 2014 over alleged fraudulent activities.

In previous interview on the Real Life With Aunty Ayo podcast, Laide Bakare said she is open to being married up to five times if prior unions don’t work.

Actress Laide Bakare announces third marriage

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has commenced an investigation into a reported data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)…

Nigeria could unlock as much as $14 billion annually and create over 70,000 jobs if the long-abandoned Ajaokuta Steel Company is revived, a renowned development economist, Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, has said…

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shu’aibu, on Friday inaugurated four blocks of 120 flats and a 60,000-litre solar-powered borehole for soldiers…

The Democratic Republic of Congo has received its first group of deportees from the United States, marking the start of a new deportation agreement between the two countries.

Fifteen people including seven women and eight men originally from Peru and Ecuador arrived in Kinshasa according to the Congolese government.

The U.S. under President Donald Trump’s administration, is stepping up its crackdown on illegal immigration.

DR Congo has agreed to temporarily accept migrants who are not Congolese nationals known as “third-country deportees” as part of this policy.

The government in Kinshasa stressed that the deportees’ stay is short-term only, and the US is fully funding their reception, support, and care.

In a statement on Friday, Congolese authorities said the decision aligns with the country’s commitment to “human dignity, the protection of the rights of migrants and international solidarity.” They made it clear the arrangement is not a permanent relocation programme or an outsourcing of U.S. migration policies.

The U.S. has already deported people to other African nations including Ghana, South Sudan and Eswatini under similar deals.

The Trump administration has described the policy as essential to “end illegal and mass immigration and bolster America’s border security.”

This latest development comes as the U.S. is also negotiating a minerals deal with DR Congo to gain access to the country’s vast reserves of cobalt, tantalum, lithium and copper.

At the same time, Washington has helped facilitate peace talks between DR Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo.

DR Congo Accepts First Batch Of U.S. Deportees is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has announced the expansion of its trading hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (WAT), effective Monday, 27 April 2026, in a move designed to deepen market liquidity, enhance price discovery, and broaden investor access.

Approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria, the expansion shifts the market opening earlier from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and extends the close from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., marking a significant evolution in the Exchange’s market structure.

The extended trading window will provide greater flexibility for investors, improve responsiveness to market-moving information, and support broader participation across the market.

The development builds on the momentum of Nigeria’s recent reclassification to Frontier Market status by FTSE Russell, reinforcing NGX’s global positioning and enhancing its attractiveness to a broader pool of domestic and international investors.

The NGX said the reform reflects strong regulatory collaboration and underscores the Securities and Exchange Commission’s continued commitment to advancing market development initiatives.

Alongside Nigeria’s Frontier Market reclassification, it signals a deliberate shift towards a more accessible, liquid, and globally competitive market.

The implementation follows extensive stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment and operational readiness ahead of the go-live date.

NGX Regulation Limited will continue to provide robust oversight to support a smooth and orderly transition, while maintaining high standards of transparency and investor protection.

With this development, the NGX said it has reinforced its position as a leading multi-asset exchange, deepening liquidity, improving market access, and supporting efficient capital formation within Nigeria’s financial markets.

NGX Moves To Longer Trading Hours In Liquidity Push is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Zamfara State Government has reiterated its stance against negotiating with bandits, pledging to intensify efforts and adopt new strategies to tackle insecurity across the state.

Deputy Governor Mani Mumuni Masamar Mudi made this known during a condolence visit to Bunkasau village in Bukkuyum Local Government Area following a recent attack.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Shehu Adamu Gusau, the deputy governor expressed sorrow over the incident, which claimed the lives of at least 26 people, while several others sustained injuries.

He commended the courage of residents, noting that they resisted the attackers and reportedly neutralised some of the bandits.

Mudi, on behalf of the state government, extended condolences to the affected families and prayed for the repose of the victims, as well as the recovery of the injured.

Speaking during the visit, the Speaker of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, Bilyaminu Ismail Moriki, commended the community for defending itself and said the Assembly may consider legislation to allow communities to bear arms for self-defence within constitutional limits.

Also, the Chief Imam of Bunkasau, Malam Abubakar, appreciated the visit and said the community had endured repeated attacks but recently mounted resistance against the assailants.

He appealed to the government to provide additional support to strengthen local security.

The deputy governor was accompanied by other government officials, including the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ahmad Garba Yandi, and the Special Adviser on Security Matters, Mannir Fura Girke.

We will not negotiate with bandits — Zamfara govt