CSAAE doles out over N1m to winners of 2024 ethics competition
By Chinonso Alozie Owerri – The Centre for Social Awareness, Advocacy and Ethics (CSAAE) has doled out the sum of N1,200,000 to winners of its 2024 Ethics Quiz competition. This was made known to newsmen in Owerri, in a statement by the Founder/ Executive Director, CSAAE, Reverend Father, Dr Godswill Agbagwa. The Centre gifted the […]
Empowering others is the heart of my journey – Diana Okafor
By Godwin Aikeme Diana Chiamaka Okafor, a dynamic entrepreneur and owner of Regalz Kitchen and Bar, is not just transforming the culinary scene but also making strides in her community through her nonprofit organization, ACMO (Afro Arts Culture and Masquerade Organization). With a mission to promote and celebrate African heritage, Diana embodies the spirit of […]
Coalition faults alleged attempt to disrupt Wike’s transformation of FCT
The Coalition for Truth and Justice (CTJ) has thrown its weight behind the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike in enforcing an orderly development of the territory, stating that his enemies are out to disrupt his ongoing efforts to transform the FCT into a model capital territory. CTJ’s Executive Director, Dr Idoko […]
How Nigeria can advance health, education sectors — Makinde, Oyinlola
By Shina Abubakar GOVERNOR Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and former Osun State governor, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, yesterday, stressed the need for stakeholders to adopt the latest technologies to advance Nigeria’s health and education sectors. Speaking separately at the maiden Matriculation ceremony of students of Alolalade Oyinlola College of Health Sciences and Information Technology, Okuku […]
HURIWA condemns court order seizing Farotimi’s book
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly criticized the recent court order directing the seizure of Dele Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System, describing it as a stark example of anti-intellectualism and a setback for democratic ideals.
Governors back creation of state police – NEC
Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State, on Thursday, said 36 states of the federation had endorsed the creation of state police, following the submission of their reports to the National Economic Council (NEC).
After visiting Port Harcourt Refinery, Labour rejects outright sell-off
“It is almost like a new refinery. I can say it is over 90 percent replacement of all the equipment”
Biden grants clemency to nearly 1,500 people, most ever in a day
Outgoing President Joe Biden said Thursday he had commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 people and pardoned 39 others, in what the White House called the largest single-day act of clemency in US history.
Yuletide Celebrations: IGP Egbetokun orders deployment of Police operatives to clear criminal dens
As the yuletide celebrations approach, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate deployment of police operatives to strategic locations and identified hotspots across the country.
Gov Bago presents over N1.5trn budget proposal for 2025 Fiscal Year
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has presented a budget proposal exceeding N1.5 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly.
NMDPRA begins clampdown on illegal retailers of cooking gas
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Resources Authority (NMDPRA), has commenced a clampdown on illegal retailers of Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) in Akwa Ibom state. Mr Ikechukwu Eseka, Coordinator, NMDPRA stated this during a courtesy call, paid to him by the State Commandant of Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), Mr Bakshar Hussaini, in […]
FG plans creative villages across Nigeria
The Federal Government on Thursday announced plans to establish creative villages of arts in all states of Nigeria. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State shared this information during a briefing with the press after the 147th National Economic Council meeting, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, in Abuja.Sanwo-Olu explained that the Ministry of Arts, Culture, […]
Mutfwang dismisses rumour of joining APC
Says he’s never contemplated leaving PDP By Marie-Therese Nanlong Jos – Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has again debunked the insinuation that he defected from the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, to join the All Progressives Congress, APC. The rumour has been rife for sometime and the Governor insisted there was no such thing but a […]
Transforming Leadership in a Digital Era:
The recently concluded Strategic Leadership Programme, organised by TEXEM, UK, was a transformative initiative that empowered leaders to excel in a world characterised by digital disruption and rapid change. With a blend of academic excellence, actionable insights, and innovative methodologies, the programme left participants inspired and equipped to drive growth, resilience, and sustainability in their […]
Gunmen kill four, abduct one in Awka
At least four persons were killed in Ifite-Awka, Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State, when unidentified gunmen invaded the area, shooting sporadically into the air.
NEC to boost RMAFC’s funds by 0.05%
The National Economic Council (NEC) has recommended 0.05 per cent increase in funds allocated to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) from non-oil sources.
