POLITICAL METABOLISM: Dele Giwa on zoning

POLITICAL METABOLISM: Dele Giwa on zoning

I HAVE often wondered how the late journalism icon, Dele Giwa would have responded to the hullabaloo about zoning that rocked the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the months preceding the last general elections.
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Experts charge fed govt. to implement NHIS

Experts charge fed govt. to implement NHIS

Ophthalmological Society of Nigeria (OSN) has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to promptly implement the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for the benefit of Nigerians, in order for the country to have a comprehensive health care.

Man arrested over alleged attempt to cash stolen cheque

Man arrested over alleged attempt to cash stolen cheque

The police in Lagos have arrested a middle-aged man for attempting to cash a stolen cheque. The suspect identified as Akeem Raheem, was nabbed in the banking hall of one of the second generation banks in Awaye industrial estate…

What we do with MTN Funlink, by varsity students

What we do with MTN Funlink, by varsity students

In the last ten years since the advent of GSM service providers, more serious attention has been paid to the specific needs of various market segments. MTN, has particularly pioneered custom-built telecom solutions for different…

MfB expert decries non-repayment of loans

MfB expert decries non-repayment of loans

The chairman of Enugu State-based Umuchinemere Pro-credit Microfinance Bank (UPMFB), Very Rev Monsignor Obiora Ike, has fingered the increasing non-payment of loans and undue delays by customers of microfinance banks in repayment of credit facilities given to them as the major obstacle militating against poverty eradication efforts by microfinance banks (MfBs) in Nigeria.

Bayelsa govt adopts Zinox Whizkid for schools

Bayelsa govt adopts Zinox Whizkid for schools

THE Bayelsa State Government, in partnership with Zinox computers, recently, donated the Zinox Whizkid to secondary school students, teachers and principals in the state.

Stakeholders advocate free treatment for sickle cell patients

Stakeholders advocate free treatment for sickle cell patients

In a bid to alleviate the pains and agonies of people living with Sickle Cell Disorder, SCD and their families, stakeholders who gathered at the Annual Scientific Conference of the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi Lagos has called for free treatment of people living with SCD in public hospitals.

World Bank to spend $60m on projects in Edo

World Bank to spend $60m on projects in Edo

THe World Bank has concluded plans to inject $60 million into projects in Edo State following the pass mark given to the government by the bank for the ongoing projects in the state.

UNESCO rates Nigerian varsities low in ICT

UNESCO rates Nigerian varsities low in ICT

THE United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has rated African universities low in the usage of information Technology and Communication, ICT infrastructure and research, compared to their counterparts in the developed world.

Jonathan tasks envoys on improved ties

Jonathan tasks envoys on improved ties

PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan, Tuesday, tasked three new ambassadors of Iraq, Finland and Korea to work hard to ensure robust economic relations with Nigeria.

‘Broadcasting’ll benefit from NigComSat-1R’

‘Broadcasting’ll benefit from NigComSat-1R’

THE Nigerian Communications Satellite, NIGCOMSAT Limited, has stated that Direct-To-Home(DTH) local platform and the digital broadcasting which Nigeria is planning to switch onto next year, would be direct beneficiaries of its replacement satellite NigComSat 1R when it is launched in December.

Police arrests notorious car thieves in Sokoto

Police arrests notorious car thieves in Sokoto

Two students of the Polytechnic of Sokoto alleged to be leaders of a notorious gang that specializes in dismantling security gadgets installed by car owners, were recently arrested by the Police at Marina Divisional Headquarters in the state.

Injuries decimate Sharks

Injuries decimate Sharks

Nigeria Premier League (NPL) club, Sharks have been rocked by the news that three of their first team players will miss Tuesday’s game against relegation threatened Crown.

Nigeria improves in ICC rankings

Nigeria improves in ICC rankings

President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation, Kwesi Sagoe has heaped praises on the country’s senior national team despite its failure to retain its place in ICC World Cricket League Division 6.

Enugu not bankrupt: An open  letter to Senator Adetumbi

Enugu not bankrupt: An open letter to Senator Adetumbi

RECENTLY, Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi, ACN, Ekiti North, made a baseless statement concerning Enugu State in the Senate. He claimed that Enugu State is in a financially critical state and that she is facing bankruptcy.