Thoughts on the National Conference – 5
Our collective tendency to think of Nigeria in terms of WA-ZO-BIA (Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo) is probably responsible for the enthusiasm with which some of us embrace break-up of Nigeria or even confederation. Some might even think that the British met us neatly divided into East, West and Northern regions. So why not simply return to those enclaves. Nothing could be further from the truth. Not even the Yorubas and Igbos formed one nation before 1914. However, one thing is clear: breaking up along regional lines will leave the nation emerging from the “North” totally landlocked. That unfortunately will be the least of its problems.
Adetayo, Ademofe, others dazzle fans at NAIJAZZ festival
The recently held NAIJAZZ FESTIVAL 2013 fielded a fabulous feast of the best Nigerian Jazz and Jazz related musicians home and abroad who for two days serenaded many to various styles in the genre. There was jazz, highlife, agidigbo, afrobeat and lots more all mixed with a hint of original Nigerian flavor.
I forgive you’ Oshiomhole tells driver of vehicle that nearly killed him
The Comrade Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, survived yet another motor accident on December 28 along the notorious Benin-Auchi Road. He had been holidaying in his village, Iyamho, and returning to Benin- City when a Peugeot J5 bus, with registration number, XB 355 Fugar, loaded with tomatoes and plantains, lost control while trying to overtake a trailer and rammed directly into the governor’s Flag Car, a BMW bullet proof car, from the opposite direction before ending in a ditch. Inside the car with the governor were his aide-de-camp (ADC) and the driver.
CALABAR CARNIVAL We are creating an alternative economy that is not oil-based — Gov. Imoke
After spending most of the day dancing round the carnival routes in Calabar at the weekend with band members, Governor of Cross Rivers State, Senator Liyel Imoke, did not show sign of fatigue as he took time out at about 2 am to chat with journalists on the Calabar Festival.
He shared the vision of his administration for tourism, adding that he has come to terms with the fact the state cannot possibly survive depending on oil revenues.
2015 Elections : Tough times await reckless radio, television stations — NBC DG, Emeka Mba
The number one task of the commission at this time is the digital switch over. All over the world, because of the ITU’s regulation, digital switch over is not only important because it helps to optimize the use of the spectrum which is a scarce commodity, it also offers opportunities for the television to be redefined. It makes the television more interactive and more socially valuable.
Issues that may hinder power in the new era, by Prof. Ezigbo
The Federal Government on Nov. 1 handed over the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) to 18 private firms.
The move, which was part of the process to make the power sector vibrant, marks the beginning of Nigeria’s road to industrialization but there are lingering issues that ought to be resolved fast to ensure that there is a smooth transition
