Author: straightnewsng.com

Akwa Ibom State indigenes based in the United Kingdom have developed a faith-centric and innovative dating App known as Tramatch. One of the co-founders of the app, Ani Okono who stated this in a statement to journalists in Uyo, described the App as answer for those yearning for love that respects and celebrates their faith. Okono in the statement entitled: Tramatch: A Faith-Centric Dating App Bridging Hearts and Beliefs, also stated that the App established in 2023 was co-founded by Elijah Bassey and Uduak Etim. According to him, “Proudly Nigerian, this innovative dating App announces its beta launch, offering a…

Nigeria is said to be exploring a paltry 1.7 per cent gas reserves despite the huge deposits in the country, the Minister of State (Gas), Petroleum Resources Ministry, Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo said. Ekpo said the hardship currently experienced in Nigeria will soon be over as the country is now fully prepared to take advantage of its energy reserves, which have been lying dormant over the years. The Minister who spoke this Monday in Abuja, after his swearing-in ceremony by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja lauded Mr. President for his ingenuity in creating the Ministry of Gas Resources.…

Two BBNaija All Star Housemates, Tolanibaj and Chukwuemeka Okoye, aka Frodd have been evicted from the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show, ‘All Stars’ edition. The two housemates got the lowest vote and were the first to get evicted after the jury system was abolished by Big Brother. During her interview session with Ebuka on stage, Tolanibaj revealed that she anticipated her eviction. Also read; Kiddwaya evicted from BBNaija All Stars reality show Asked about her controversial relationship with Neo, Tolanibaj who described her journey on the show as adventurous replied, “Neo is an amazing guy.” Speaking with the show…

In the letter dated 26 August 2023, the organisation said, “Barring these journalists and media houses from covering the Presidential Villa is to prevent them from carrying out their legitimate constitutional responsibility.” Our reporter The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has given Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu 48 hours to reverse ban and restore accreditation to 25 journalists and media houses to cover Presidential Villa, Abuja. Tinubu, a famous member of National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) in his political infancy, is associated with the ownership of TVC NEWS, The Nation and RayPower Radio, Lagos with acquisition of shares in some media…

Our reporters The immediate past Akwa Ibom Governor, Udom Emmanuel’s grip ,on the politics of the state despite his avowed statements not to continue in office through his successor has sparked controversy among the people, Straightnews has found out. Emmanuel who ruled Akwa Ibom, Nigeria’s South South state two terms from 2015 to 2023 at several fora drummed the message into the ears of many not to continue in office beyond 2023, through any surrogate leader. But, his stranglehold, according our findings, in the politics of the state in a manner that apparently orchestrates a third term agenda has sparked…

The Niger junta has ordered its armed forces to go on highest alert, citing an increased threat of attack, Reuters news agency reports citing an internal document. Reuters reports that the document issued on Friday by Niger’s defence chief was confirmed was authentic by a security source in the country. The document, which was shared widely online on Saturday, said the order to be on maximum alert would allow forces to respond adequately in case of any attack and “avoid a general surprise.” “Threats of aggression to the national territory are increasingly being felt,” it said. Downplayed threat The main…

The Spain FA President, Luis Rubiales is in trouble following a barrage of actions taken to force him out of office over kissing scandal against him.  Spain women’s head coach, Jorge Vilda’s entire coaching staff has resigned in support of Jenni Hermoso over the kissing scandal involving under-fire. A statement signed by 11 coaching and technical staff expressed its ‘‘strongest and most emphatic condemnation of the conduct shown by the president of the Spanish Football Federation.’’ Already, FIFA has suspended Rubiales for 90 days pending the conclusion of their own investigation on Saturday. Earlier Spain’s Sport and Culture minister, Miquel…

The Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong has declared a new dawn for the practice of Public Relations in Nigeria. Ememobong who emerged as a governing council member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) said Public Relations practice in Nigeria is set for a revolution. Having won as a council member during the 2023 Annual General Meeting of the institute in Abuja, held from Wednesday, 23 to Friday 25, he assured that he would justify the confidence reposed in him on his Fresh Idea campaign mantra. Comrade Ememobong, who spoke after the first meeting of the National Council, soon…

Our reporter As the battle over the political leadership of Mkpat Enin in Akwa Ibom State rages, wife of Richard Umoren, pioneer elected Chairman of the area, has cleared the air, confirming ‘‘My husband is still the political leader of Mkpat Enin.’’ On Saturday, August 19, some political leaders from the area together with some helmsmen of ex-Akwa Ibom Governor, Udom Emmanuel gathered and enthroned Professor Eno Ibanga as the political leader of the area. Ibanga was the Commissioner for Works and Fire Service for Emmanuel and is the current Commissioner for Works and Fire Service for Governor Umo Eno.…

The Super Falcons of Nigeria climbed eight places in the latest FIFA Coca-Cola women’s world ranking released on Friday morning. The latest ranking was released on FIFA’s official website. The nine-time African champions now occupy 32nd position in the the world. The Super Falcons’ rise can be attributed to their impressive performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Nigerian ladies were unbeaten at the group stage, holding Olympic champions Canada to a 0-0 and edging co-hosts Australia 3-2. The Super Falcons were however eliminated 4-2 on penalties by The Three Lionesses of England in the last-16. They remain…