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Shagari heads Nigeria delegation to African Union’s PYAF

By Ebuka Uchegbu Former President of National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN, Bello Bala Shagari, would lead the Nigerian delegation to the upcoming Pan-African Youth Forum in Algeria. This was disclosed in a statement by the Director, Network and Social Mobilization, Ministry of Youth Development, Mrs. Dauran AM, on behalf of the Minister of Youth […]

Weaponization of state machinery against Segilola resources

As someone from Plateau State, where the solid minerals sector has long been exploited without fostering lasting economic benefits, I have always believed that Nigeria’s untapped mineral wealth could fuel the nation’s growth.

Shippers’ Council to move against freight, other costs

By Emeka Anaeto, Business Editor & Cynthia Alo The Nigerian Shippers’ Council, NSC, in collaboration with sister agencies of the Federal Government, such as the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Commission, NIMASA, are working on controlling cost of freighting cargoes to Nigeria as well as through the hinterland. Addressing the media and the shipping stakeholders in […]

Okungbowa hosts ‘Kids say the darndest things Africa’ new season

By  Dickson Omobola Producers of family entertainment show: ‘Kids Say the Darndest Things Africa’ have said renowned Disc Jockey, actor and television personality, Tony Okungbowa, will be the host for the awaited season. Okungbowa, who is known for his vibrant energy, undeniable charisma and exceptional ability to connect with both audiences and guests alike, will […]

The games the ‘oil cabals’ play, by Jideofor Adibe

American political scientists John W Spanier and Robert L. Wendzel published a book in 1972, which they called Games Nations Play. In the book, they likened international relations to a game of chess played by various state actors who often disguise their real intentions in each move they make.  I have adapted John Spanier’s title because […]

Otukpo’s Mayor sues for support, urges youths to embrace business activities

By Peter Duru, Makurdi The new Mayor of Otukpo in Benue State, Chief Ignatius Ogbogo, has appealed to the youths of Otukpo the headquaters of Benue South to fight unemployment by embracing business ventures to improve their livelihood. He said it is by so doing that they would be able to become economically stable and […]

Constitutional roles for traditional rulers

Nigeria seems closer than ever towards bringing back the traditional institution into the machinery of government, this time with constitutional powers. The recent consensus agreed between the Nigerian Governors Forum, NGF, and the National Council of Traditional Rulers, NCTR, in Aso Villa was a strong pointer to this. That the meeting held in Aso Rock […]

NSCDC operative collapses, dies in Osun

Shina Abubakar, Osogbo An operative of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Muhammed Opatola has reportedly died after collapsing at work. It was gathered that the incident which occurred at the Iwo division of the command, was said to have happened after receiving an alert of October’s salary on Monday. While some of […]

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