Government must ensure citizens have official identity for economic viability — Experts
By Princewill Ekwujuru Experts in tech and data management have said that concerted efforts must be made by government to ensure that all citizens have an official identity, especially the economically challenged. This recommendation comes on the heels of data from the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), which showed that the agency’s database has captured […]
Godson Umeh: In and out of a Nigerian jeweler
Godson Umeh, CEO, GodsonThePlug is a hardworking, focused and consistent young man. Born and raised in Reading, United Kingdom, Godson has always been one of those young men who knew from a very young age what he wanted to do. He is the second eldest of four. At the age of 19, he thought it […]
Churchill, Escobar Smith, Ugwunze, others Nigerian celebrities grace baby Churchill birthday
Celebrity kid of one of Nigeria media guru, AlexReports, Churchill Onyeka Nwankwo was a cynosure to behold as his birthday reception celebrated at his father’s residence, ‘Finishwork Villa’ Abuja attracted some notable personalities. Among the celebrities that stormed the residence of AlexReports for the first birthday celebration of his son, who became one year on […]
Stock market gains N1trn in two days
By Nkiruka Nnorom Investments in stock market soared to new heights yesterday as more money are diverted from money market into the stocks bringing investors’ gains to over N1.07 trillion in two days of trading this week. The bears have continued to strengthen its holds on the equities market following the fallout of reduction in […]
ECOWAS lifts sanctions imposed on Mali after military coup
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Tuesday lifted the sanctions imposed on Mali in the wake of an August 18, 2020, military coup, citing Mali’s “notable advances towards constitutional normalisation” as the reason for the relaxation of the sanctions.
Troops rescue 5 expatriates in Rivers, after five months in militants’ captivity
…Gov Zulum reveals plan to resettle more IDPs, despite insurgent attacks By Kingsley Omonobi, Ndahi Marama & Marie-Therese Nanlong No fewer than six persons were killed on Monday night in fresh attacks at Wereng (station) village in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Three other persons who sustained various degrees of injuries are currently […]
Ondo 2020: 11 political parties collapse structure for Jegede
No fewer than 11 political parties have merged and collapsed their structures to support the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Eyitayo Jegede ahead of Oct. 10, governorship elections.
Lawyers walk out of Sudan ex-president trial in protest
Most lawyers for Sudan’s ousted president Omar al-Bashir and other defendants walked out of his trial over a 1989 coup in protest at alleged bias on the part of the prosecutor general. Dozens of lawyers, in a hearing broadcast on Sudanese television, left the courtroom after the prosecutor, Tagelsir al-Hebr, read out the charges. Bashir […]
Unbranded vegetable oil: Devon King’s sensitises consumers
By Chioma Obinna Worried about the dangers of unwholesome oil, PZ Wilmar has launched a campaign tagged “Less is More” aimed at sensitising Nigerians on the inherent dangers in the consumption of unbranded cooking oil, as it offers healthier and affordable options. In a statement on “Less is More” campaign the Category & Brand Manager, […]
Igbo Students Union State President, Onyishi unveils project plan
The National Igbo Students Union State President (NISU) at the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, HRM. Comr. Emmaunuel U. Onyishi, in a recent release, has outlined series of development projects that will support the intellectual advancements of Igbo Students nationwide, and encourage responsive leadership and resolve issues associated with functional effectiveness in the Union. The […]
Senate to fulfil late Sen Oko’s plans in education — Lawan
President of the Senate, Dr Ahmad Lawan, says the Senate is committed to pursuing the dreams of the late Sen. Rose Oko especially on her quest for development of education in Nigeria. Lawan said this in an interview with newsmen in Abuja on Tuesday, shortly after signing the condolence register at the valedictory section in […]
It’s time for executive, legislature to focus on welfare of Nigerians — Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says it is time for the executive and legislature to focus on what they have been elected or appointed to do which is to improve welfare of the people. Osinbajo made this submission at the closing session of the two-day Joint Executive-Legislature Leadership Retreat on Tuesday in Abuja. According to him, […]
Right of Way: NIWA, Federal Palace Hotel reache out of court settlement
THE National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, and the Federal Palace Hotels Limited have reached an out of Court settlement over the construction of an out-door bar on the Lagos Port Anchorage area.
For TSTV, some hopes in the wind
By Okoh Aihe Some wave of optimism came our way last week when, at a time of very dreary and nearly forlorn independent anniversary, a rookie direct to home (DTH) service provider suddenly informed us that it was ready to offer a channel at N2 – N5 per day on a platform still undergoing a […]
Archbishop Sam Zuga receives 3 prestigious awards in one week
For his remarkable contributions to the betterment of Nigerian youths, home and diaspora, Archbishop Dr Sam Zuga (Jehovah’s Field Marshall) within one week bagged three prestigious awards. The philanthropic Man of God had a fulfilled Independence Day celebration as he was on October 1, appointed as PDP Youths Alliance Ambassador. According to the National coordinator […]
Nigeria begins race for IMO Council seat
THE Federal Government has commenced moves to get back to the Category ‘C’ of the International Maritime Organization, IMO, Council seat.
