NSW ‘ll boost Nigeria’s admittance to IMO category ‘C’ – NPA MD

NSW ‘ll boost Nigeria’s admittance to IMO category ‘C’ – NPA MD

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Managing Director, Nigeria Port Authority, NPA  Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, has said that the implementation of National Single Window, NSW will promote Nigeria’s standing in the Committee of Maritime Nations and provide the reputational capital necessary for actualizing the case for the admittance of Nigeria into the Category ‘C’ of the International […]
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Agriculture, policy experts urge NASS leadership to ban GMOs in Nigeria

Agriculture, policy experts urge NASS leadership to ban GMOs in Nigeria

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja Executive Deputy of the Centre for Food Safety and Agricultural Research (CEFSAR), Prof. Qrissturberg Amua, has made a passionate appeal to the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajuddeen Abbas, to leave a worthy legacy behind and write their names in gold […]

Media executive urges govt to support arts in education

Media executive urges govt to support arts in education

By Esther Onyegbula Media Executive, Mr. Paul Effiom, has urged the Federal Government to use creativity as a powerful tool for shaping the youth and fostering innovation in the country. Effiom noted that integrating creative programs into education systems in both private and public schools can be transformative. “Art, music, drama, creative writing, and design […]

Nigerians must intensify anti-corruption efforts amid global immigration restrictions – HURIWA

Nigerians must intensify anti-corruption efforts amid global immigration restrictions – HURIWA

By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIWA, has urged Nigerians to take ownership of the anti-corruption war, emphasizing that with the increasingly restrictive immigration policies of advanced nations, it is critical to address corruption and create a more livable society for citizens. In a press statement signed by its National Coordinator, […]

Group demands total scrapping of 4% FOB charge by NCS

Group demands total scrapping of 4% FOB charge by NCS

By Henry Ojelu The Centre for Transparency and Defence of Human Rights has demanded for a total scrapping of the proposed 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), describing it as an unjustifiable financial burden on Nigerians already grappling with economic hardship.  While the government has suspended the charge, the group insists […]

Udu postpones UUC elections to March 15

Udu postpones UUC elections to March 15

The Union of Udu Communities, the apex leadership organs of all 32 traditional Udu communities, Udu Local Government Area of Delta state has postponed her general elections earlier scheduled for March 8 to Saturday March 15, 2025 to allow for more consultations and accommodate all interest groups in Udu without compromising the integrity of the […]

Adieu, Sam Nujoma, “Father of the Nation”, by Usman Sak

Adieu, Sam Nujoma, “Father of the Nation”, by Usman Sak

“The character of every people enlarges with its enfranchisement from a foreign yoke”- Karl Marx Marxian dialectics, the historical-materialist conception of history and the socialist perspectives on the role of the individual in history, are all aspects of intellectual inquiry and historical assessment conducted from the perspectives of revolution and change, as well as understanding […]

Ned Nwoko commended over appointment as chairman Senate Committee on Crude Oil Theft

Ned Nwoko commended over appointment as chairman Senate Committee on Crude Oil Theft

By Jimitota Onoyume  President  Urhobo Youth council, UYC,  Chief Peter Aghogho, has congratulated  Senator Ned Munir Nwoko on his appointment as Chairman of the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft. On Tuesday, the Senate appointed Senator Nwoko, who represents the Delta North Senatorial District, to lead this  committee on  crude oil. President of Urhobo […]

2027: North is powerless against Tinubu (2), by Ochereome Nnanna

2027: North is powerless against Tinubu (2), by Ochereome Nnanna

We are discussing the current political power structure under President Bola Tinubu, and the chances of the North possibly mobilising regional resources to push him out in 2027. Our argument is that it is a herculean task, almost a mission impossible. To be sure, there is always the “X” factor in human affairs, especially when it […]

Umoren calls for diversity, inclusion to drive growth in ICT industry

Umoren calls for diversity, inclusion to drive growth in ICT industry

By Chinwe Obi A tech expert, Oyenmwen Umoren has stressed the need to prioritise diversity and inclusion in the Tech industry. Umoren who delivered a keynote speaker at the International Telecommunication Union’s yearly event, urged young women to pursue careers in technology, emphasising the importance of representation and innovation in shaping the future. With over […]

Kole Shettima led $150M Nigeria anti-graft fight – CHRICED

Kole Shettima led $150M Nigeria anti-graft fight – CHRICED

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED) has commended Dr. Kole Ahmed Shettima for his significant contributions to Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts, particularly his leadership in overseeing the disbursement of over $150 million through the MacArthur Foundation’s ‘On Nigeria Program’. From 2014 until January 2024, this initiative funded […]