Rivers crisis: Group tackles Wike’s ally over insult on Fubara
By Daniel Abia Port Harcourt —A socio-cultural group, Ogoni Development Drive, ODD, has called on the elders of Ikwerre ethnic nationality in Rivers State to prevail on one Dr. Samuel Nwanosike, council chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area of the state, to desist from denigrating the office of the state governor. The group noted that […]
Alleged certificate forgery: FCT High Court dismisses Rita Orji’s application against Police
An FCT High Court sitting in Apo has dismissed the application filed by former House of Reps Member, Rita Orji, seeking to stop the Nigerian police from investigating her, following her alleged West African Examinations Council, WAEC certificate forgery.
Rights coalition kicks as CCB summons Interior Minister, Tunji-Ojo
The Coalition of Civil Rights Organizations, in Nigeria, a coalition of civil rights groups, yesterday slammed the invitation of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, by the Code of Conduct Bureau, CCB, over alleged corruption.
Don’t worry about Japa, we’ll train more people, Tinubu tells Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu has asked Nigerians not to be worried about the mass exodus of young professionals to other countries.
CSM kills 190 in 2 years — NCDC
•2,765 suspected, 303 confirmed cases in 30 statesBy Chioma Obinna No less than 190 deaths,, 2,765 suspected cases, and 303 confirmed cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, CSM, were reported in Nigeria between 2022 and 2023, according to information released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC. The agency said that 140 Local Government […]
NAFDAC investigates quality of paracetamol brands on sale
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, is investigating the presence of fake and substandard paracetamol brands in the open market in Nigeria, following viral reports of research alleging that nearly all of the paracetamol tablets sold in Nigeria are possibly under-dosed.
I’ll be a good Ambassador, FRCN’s Bulama tells UNIMAID Students 96 set
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Director General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria ( FRCN), Dr Mohammed Bulama has told former students of the Department of Political Science and Administration, University of Maiduguri that he would strive to be a good Ambassador of all the universities he attended by working hard to improve the fortunes […]
Your 2nd term inauguration, testament to your achievement, Umahi tells Uzodimma
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has described Governor Hope Uzodimma’s second-term inauguration in Imo state as a historic event and a testament to the widespread recognition of the exemplary leadership demonstrated during his administration over the past four years. Umahi, in a congratulatory message on the governor’s swearing-in yesterday emphasized that the governor’s reelection signifies […]
Why my new film, Uphill, addresses environmental pollution — Tolulope Oke
A film producer and director, Tolulope Oke has decried the threats and hazards to human lives as a result of environmental pollution. Oke, who spoke in a chat stated that environmental pollution through the use of pesticides has become an anomaly and it is dangerous to human existence. The film producer stated that there should […]
JCI partners govt, corporate bodies on youth employment, entrepreneurship
JCIN Ambassador Elochukwu Umeohana, 2024 Executive Vice President Southsouth/Southeast, JCIN Ambassador Blessing Eson. 2024 Chairperson TOYP/IYD, JCIN Ambassador Sandra Ekene Efemuaye, 2024 JCI Nigeria President, JCI Senator Adeyemo Adeonipekun. JCI Nigeria Executive Secretary, and JCIN Ambassador Goodness Morakinyo, 2024 Executive Vice President Northeast.
Imo monarch, brother kidnapped by agents of gov, IPOB alleges
THE Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, yesterday, countered the Imo State government’s claim that Eze Samuel Agunwa Ohiri of Orodo, Mbaitoli Local Government of Imo State was kidnapped by gunmen.
Brain drain and funding challenges in Nigeria’s health sector
By AISHAT ABISOLA OVER the years, Nigeria has dealt with a profound crisis plaguing its healthcare system, exacerbated by the alarming rate of brain drain among its highly-skilled medical professionals. Nigeria’s health sector is in a precarious state as doctors, nurses, and other essential healthcare personnel depart the country for greener pasture abroad. A closer […]
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo: A call for fair and unbiased Assessment
The drama surrounding the alleged diversion of public funds into private accounts within the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has understandably ignited intense public outrage. From Aba to Zamfara, the impact of corruption on Nigerian citizens is evident in widespread economic hardship, underdevelopment, unemployment, insecurity, and poverty. Nigerians are thus within their rights […]
Fame Foundation breakdance championship: Two Lagos breakdancers emerge tops
The event which took place on Sunday, January 14, was supported by the French Embassy in Nigeria.
Some musings on ‘degree mills’ and other issues
By ANDREW ERAKHRUMEN ON December 30, 2023, an online news medium published a damning report from its reporter who went undercover to investigate, successfully, how “degrees” (and results’ transcript) could be obtained, in six weeks or less, from a foreign “university” without stepping on that country’s soil! We mean without receiving any lecture, on-site or […]
Dan Amos: 10th Assembly’s Engine Room
By Abu Isaiah In the vibrant, often boisterous ecosystem of the Nigerian National Assembly, the names of prominent figures flash like neon signage, capturing headlines and attention. Yet, beneath the glare of publicity, quieter forces hum away, their vital contributions shaping the legislative landscape without fanfare. One such figure is Hon. Dan Amos, the Chairman […]
