Police arrest alleged kidnap leader in Rivers
The police command in Rivers has announced the arrest of Nwile Bete, 30, a suspected kidnap kingpin, during an operation in Port Harcourt. The operation also led to the rescue of a 10-year-old boy allegedly abducted by the suspect. The command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, disclosed the development in a statement issued in Port Harcourt […]
Address issue of cash scarcity urgently, NLC urges FG
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the Federal Government to immediately intervene in the issue of cash scarcity across the country.
U.S. adjusts H-1B visa program to allow American companies hire foreign workers
The Biden administration has finalised a new rule to modernise the H-1B visa program, with changes aimed at streamlining approvals and enhancing employers’ ability to hire international talent while cracking down on misuse.
Crisis looms in Ọba community as court cases stall election of new monarch
Trouble looms in Ọba community, Idemmili South Council area of Anambra State following pending court cases against the planned election of a new traditional ruler for the community.
Business strategy, technology can transform education in Africa – Tessaw
By Etop Ekanem Meron Tessaw, a Strategy Consultant and co-founder of Ethio IQ, has harped that deploying business strategy and technology to classrooms can create life-changing educational opportunities and transform learning across Africa. She made this assertion in a statement recently, stating the need for African education systems to embrace business-like discipline and innovation to […]
National Sports Festival postponed
The National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games, Ogun 2024,” has again been postponed. The organisers gave reason for the shift
How Thompson Odion Igunma is shaping the future of nuclear energy, materials science
By Rita Okoye Thompson Odion Igunma, a distinguished researcher and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Florida, is rapidly emerging as a key figure in the fields of materials science and nuclear engineering. Through his extensive and innovative body of work, Igunma is tackling some of the most pressing challenges in the design and durability […]
We have right to carry out our religious activities – Islamic Movement
Dr Sabi’u Adamu, a member of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, also known as Shiites, says the organization has the right to carry out its religious activities without any form of interference from security agencies. Briefing newsmen in Abuja on Friday, Adamu said the Islamic movement had filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian police for […]
Why regulatory agencies should be properly funded
In an industry like the Nigerian maritime, where different regulatory agency abounds, for any of the regulatory agencies to be on top of its role and responsibilities, the issue of adequate funding is critical. In this report, Godwin Oritse looks at why the Nigerian Shippers Council needs teeth to bite. Excerpts For any regulatory agency […]
Learning Language of the Sea: Linda Etta’s training and mentorship in ocean diplomacy
When Linda Amornghor-Oje Etta was a young marine science student, it barely occurred to her that her career would take her into the very heart of global ocean diplomacy
Women in Business: Adaeze Nwadike and the Quiet Architecture of Business Impact
By Rasheed Sobowale In December 2024, Adaeze Nwadike was inducted as a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC), one of Nigeria’s most distinguished professional bodies. Fellowship within the IMC is reserved for consultants who have demonstrated exceptional professional competence, integrity, and influence at the highest levels of practice. It is not a credential […]
