Northwest devt indices closer to those of Afghanistan — el-Rufai
Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State, yesterday in Abuja, said the North- West geo-political zone of the country had human development indices closer to those of the Afghanistan, saying region was afflicted with the highest number of out-of-school children and the highest poverty rate in Nigeria.
Lawan gives committee one week to consider Buhari’s foreign loan requests
Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, yesterday referred the request of President Muhammadu Buhari to borrow $4.054 billion, €710 million and $125 million external loans to the Committee on Foreign and Local Debts.
STATE OF THE NATION: Nigeria heading towards anarchy — Oritsejafor
Dr Roland Oritsejafor, former Minister of State for Defence and Deputy National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in this interview, bares his mind on burning issues around the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA, open grazing , insecurity, and crises in the two major political parties among others.
Mental health: Don’t take communication with youths for granted — WAITT
Towards developing and maintaining a positive social atmosphere and emotional habits essential for the mental wellbeing of adolescents and youths, Nigerians have been called upon not to take the essence of communication for granted when it comes to parenting
Int’l peace day: Plateau Journalists tasked on peaceful reportage
As the International Peace Day was celebrated on Tuesday, journalists in Plateau State have been tasked to use their various platforms to promote peace and stabilize the society.
Plateau Council Poll: Chairmanship candidate reiterates commitment to good governance
The All Progressives Congress, APC chairmanship candidate for Mikang local government area of Plateau State in the forthcoming local government election, Augustine Bako has reiterated his commitment to work with the people and ensure good governance is delivered to citizens at the grassroots level.
