Rebranding NDDC: Charting a new course for developing Niger Delta

President Mohammed Buhari has barely nine months to make good his electioneering promise of taking serious steps to develope the Niger Delta region. He pledged to chart a new course for development of the region, but that first he would conduct a forensic audit of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), to get to the root of the Commission's inability to achieve its core mandate after over 6 trillion Naira has been appropriated in 20 years and to prosecute those found culpable for financial crimes in the Commission during this period.
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Fix Satellite Town roads same way you fixed Apapa traffic, residents tell Sanwo-Olu

By Gabriel Olawale Residents of Satellite Town in Oriade Local Council Development Area, LCDA, of Lagos State under the auspices of Save Satellite Forum,SAF, has pleaded with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to fix the roads in the community.  They lamented that no road in the area is motorable, saying the governor should accord the seriousness given […]

PIA: Ijaw restates objection to 3% for host communities

IJAW National Congress, INC, the apex pan-Ijaw socio-cultural organisation (Eastern zone) weekend, insisted that the provision of three percent for host communities, classification of host communities as “any area in Nigeria and beyond” and allocation of a whopping 30 percent for exploration of the frontier basin in the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA, 2021 are completely objectionable to the Ijaw ethnic nationality.

The Church of Latter-Day Saints partners LASG, others on clean environment, tree planting

By Elizabeth Osayande The church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints is set to hold its annual all Africa service project in partnership with the states, local government, and market associations, non-governmental and faith based organizations. The event scheduled for held on Saturday, August 20, across Nigeria is aimed at achieving the Goal 13 of […]

Gumel, Oladapo hail Team Nigeria’s  great success at Commonwealth Games

By Tony Ubani President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, NOC, Engr Habu Gumel has praised the efforts of Nigerian athletes at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games after they won 35 medals to become the number one African nation on the Commonwealth Games medal. Gumel lauded the country’s athletes, coaches and support staff after the nation […]

FoodCo launches 16th outlet to sustain customers demand

By Moses Nosike FoodCo, a leading omni-channel retailer with interest in supermarkets, quick service restaurants, manufacturing and entertainment, has announced the launch of a new outlet in Ikoyi, Lagos. The store, which is located at the newly completed Ikoyi Plaza, brings FoodCo’s store footprint to 16; spread across Oyo, Lagos and Ogun States. Speaking at […]

IYD 2022: 9mobile advocates more youth representation in society

By Moses Nosike Nigeria’s telecom service provider and youth-friendly brand, 9mobile, has lent its voice to the global call for collaboration among generations to build an equitable, peaceful, and prosperous society while emphasizing the importance of building a society that encourages more youth representation. The telco made the call while marking this year’s International Youth […]

PDP’ll swallow APC in Edo North, Alimikhena assures

Senator Francis Alimikhena, representing Edo North senatorial district, has assured Governor Godwin Obaseki and the leadership of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the state that he and his supporters would empty All Progressives Congress, APC, in Edo North and move them to the PDP in the coming days.

How Paychatik name tag on crypto transactions will save you from risks 

A fast-growing cryptocurrency exchange, Paychatik has disclosed why it’s the best platform for crypto users to build their portfolios by offering the best and most affordable crypto currency transaction fees. Paychatik is a platform that has shown a solid and consistent dedication to meeting the needs of it’s customers. They ensure their platform is user friendly and regularly updated. Putting […]

5 Mistakes To Avoid When Investing In Real Estate As Per Laquittah “Kiki” Freeman

Real estate is a volatile market. Making a good investment requires strategizing, planning and researching. However, to make things even simpler, Laquittah “Kiki” Freeman clamps down on five mistakes you must avoid during a real estate investment. Poor budget planning Nothing affects a real estate investment than poor budget planning. Kiki says, “You can never […]

Call for my resignation, sign of jitters in opposition camp — Keyamo

Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, has said the call for him to resign as minister, having been appointed campaign spokesperson for All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential candidate was being made by the opposition, which was jittery ahead the 2023 election.

NDDC board: N-Delta groups give FG one-week ultimatum

THE 21st Century Youths of Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience, 21ST CYNDAC, a coalition of Niger Delta activists, weekend, threatened a showdown with the oil multinationals if the Federal Government failed to inaugurate the governing board of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, cleared by the Senate since 2019, after one week.

Nigeria’s problems man-made, says Obaseki

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has said the country’s problems were man-made and called for prayers to ensure only credible and competent leaders emerge in the forthcoming 2023 general election.

Pomp as Oba of Benin celebrates his quadruplets

By Iguobaro Osaigbovo It turned out to be a cultural fiesta as children within and outside the Edo State capital, Benin, displayed their dancing skills to the admiration of His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, Oba of Benin who showcased his quadruplets gift of royalty to the people. The mini carnival, a birthday party held […]

Nigerian EdTech start-up commences operations in UK, Europe

By Etop Ekanem Nigerian leading EdTech company, Digital Marketing Skill Institute (DMSI), has commenced operations in Europe and the UK to cater to a wider global audience. The company, which was founded in 2017 by Entrepreneur and Computer Engineer, Tobi Asehinde, with registered offices in Nigeria and the US, has now expanded to the UK […]

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