How Coca-Cola’s numerous initiatives empower over 450,000 Nigerian Women
By Moses Nosike As the 10-year programme winds down, Nigerian women recount the impact of an amazing initiative aimed at boosting women economic inclusion and productivity. Seated at her Oba Eleguishi-based depot that raining Tuesday, Mrs Adegbami Bolaji exudes calm; an assuredness that contrasts the anxiety that once defined her life. Growing up like most […]
China-Africa friendship emerges stronger from COVID-19 challenge – Foreign minister
Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the friendship between China and Africa emerged still stronger from the challenge posed by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in 2020. Wang made the remarks in an interview with Xinhua News Agency and China Media Group. “With our shared identity as part of the developing world, China and […]
NITDA trains over 150,000 Nigerians on ICT
By Aliyu Dangida, Dutse The National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA says the agency has trained over one hundred and fifty thousand Nigerians on Information Communication Technology (ICT) in 2020. The Director-General of the Agency, Kashifu Abdullahi made this known to Newsmen in Dutse, where he said the training was conducted online, in classes and […]
ADC, Coalition of Notable Nigerians in Diaspora team-up for project “Mission Nigeria Rescue
By Victoria Ojeme The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has join forces with some notable Nigerians in diaspora to form a Coalition called “mission Nigeria rescue.” According to Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, the newly appointed Deputy National Chairman, Diaspora Engagement of African Democratic Congress, the involvement of Nigerians in Diaspora in the social-political transformation of Nigeria has […]
Winners of Dr Betta Edu Literary competition receive prizes
The three winners of the First Edition of Dr Betta Edu Literary competition ‘ My Impact to the Society; How it’s has affected the people positively” received their prizes and met with media representatives at the award presentation held on 29th December 2020, at the Cross River State Ministry of Health Headquarters, Calabar. Out of […]
How my mother’s hat inspired ‘Sister Ekwitos’ comic character – Aloma Isaac Junior
It is appropriate to relieve stress with a good laugh as the nation emerges from the newness of certain causative factors and oppression. Comedy skits and short films originated from a dying and unquenchable drive to be immersed in high-quality entertainment for laughs. The comedian portrays various characters and roles in the majority of the […]
South Africa urges manufacturers, farmers to expand exports through AfCFTA
South Africa’s Trade and Industry Minister Ebrahim Patel on Friday urged manufacturers and farmers in the country to prepare themselves for opportunities in export markets following the launch of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). AfCFTA came into effect on Friday. Patel, while believing the agreement could lead to more employment opportunities, said it […]
Why Senator Ajoku celebrates old people
Owerri community benefits in style By Chidi Nkwopara – Owerri December 26, 2020, was the third in the series of celebrating older persons in Obibiezena community, Owerri West local government area of Imo State. The protagonist and financier of the Obibiezena programme are the President, Coalition of Societies for the Rights of Older Persons in […]
Stakeholders meeting: APC Chieftain, Prince Don calls for ‘united force’ ahead Anambra 2021
The CEO of Tetrazzini Group and former APC Governorship Aspirant Prince Don Okonkwo has called for a united force ahead of the forthcoming 2021 Governorship elections in Anambra state. He made the statement during the enlarged caucus meeting of the South East zonal chapter of the party held in Owerri, Imo state few days ago. […]
Police arrest suspects linked to Owerri Bishop kidnap
By Chinonso Alozie – Owerri The Imo State police command, yesterday, said that it has arrested few persons connected to the kidnap of the auxiliary Bishop of Owerri Archdiocese, Moses Chikwe. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Orlando Ikeokwu, confirmed this to journalists in Owerri. He mentioned that among the victims rescued was Bishop Chikwe’s […]
2020 is dead: Can we have our lives back?
What a year – COVID-19, Buhari, #EndSars, Trump, Biden, Kankara Boys, 2023 At the cusp of its appearance, the American president was impeached. Once 2020 showed up, Australia began burning. Millions of hectares, a billion animals. Who would have known that a man was eating a rat in China when Australia burned to the […]
It’s not that easy turning your back on an abusive relationship
The golden advice is when you spot any sign of violence in a potential partner, you should run… Ït’s not as cut and dried as that,” confessed Gloria, a 38-year-old tax consultant who recently escaped from the controlling clutches of a partner she referred to as a ‘nasty piece of work’. Ï first met my […]
Archbishop of Owerri confirms release of kidnapped Bishop Chikwe, driver
The Archbishop of Owerri, Anthony Obinna, has confirmed the release of the kidnapped Bishop Moses Chikwe and his driver, Mr Ndubuisi Robert on New Year Day. Bishop Obinna confirmed that the Bishop and his driver, who were kidnapped 27th December, 2020, were released on the first day of 2021 at 10.45pm. He said the driver […]
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Kidnapping: Owerri Bishop released without ransom — Police
By Chinonso Alozie – Owerri The Imo State police command yesterday said that the Auxiliary Bishop of Owerri Archdiocese, Moses Chikwe, who was kidnapped last Sunday, has been freed by his captors even as the police alleged that there was no ransom paid to the kidnappers. The State Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Orlando Ikeokwu, […]
Nigerians send New Year messages to Buhari
*Adopt new strategy in tackling insecurity *Address economic problems frontally *Check collapsing infrastructure *Homes no longer safe By Dayo Johnson; Vincent Ujumadu; Ola Ajayi; Chidi Nkwopara; Samuel Oyadongha; Demola Akinyemi; Egufe Yafugborhi; Festus Ahon; Peter Duru; Tina Akannam; Marie-Therese Nanlong; Peter Okutu; Rotimi Ojomoyela; David Odama; James Ogunnaike; Abdulmumin Murtala; Chioma Onuegbu; Shina Abubakar; Femi […]
