Concerns trail Nigeria-Brazil air pact as analysts question market readiness
By Dickson Omobola Despite federal government’s signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, to formalise the Bilateral Air Service Agreement, BASA, between Nigeria and Brazil to improve connectivity, there are questions over the route’s viability. The Nigeria-Brazil route, which industry analysts have likened to the unproductive Nigeria-China and Nigeria-India routes, has raised fears, with many […]
Between Socrates’ Republic and Izunaso’s vision of leadership
By EMMANUEL ONWUBIKO Amongst the earliest philosophers, Socrates holds a very distinctive position for all epoch. Socrates addressed the functionality of the legislative house in nations of the World even though he dwelt on his city state but his works have universal and obviously eternal applicability. This founding father of Philosophy, according to an entry in […]
Benue attacks: Female IDPs equipped with skills
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Over 50 women in Benue Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, camps and host communities have been equipped with vocational and managerial skills for economic empowerment by Center for Redefining Alternative Civic Engagement for Africa (RACE Center). The scheme is implemented under the “Promoting Women’s Economic Empowerment/Resilient Project (POWER) or “Tahav” in Tiv […]
Reps dismiss report of imminent showdown, back Speaker Abbas
By Gift ChapiOdekina ABUJA — The House of Representatives has reaffirmed its support for its speaker, Dr Abbas Tajudeen, dismissing reports suggesting cracks within the chamber. In a statement signed by its spokesman, Akin Rotimi, the lawmakers described as “misleading” a report published in the media on August 30, which presented isolated WhatsApp conversations among […]
UNGA: Global business community to discuss Nigerian youths at Africa Breakfast Conversation
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor The Nigerian youth will be the focus of a breakfast conversation which will happen at the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA later this September. Provoked by a media and communications services company, Black House Media, BHM, the event tagged Africa Breakfast Conversations will take place, at the World Trade Centre, […]
Church renovates Salawu Abiola Comprehensive High School with two-storey building, seats, others
By Elizabeth Osayande For the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, beyond spiritual uplifting of the lives of the members, it believes that sound education in a conducive environment will boost the lives of children. The above informed the recent donation of two blocks of two-storey classrooms, 100 double learner seats, 32 toilets, and […]
Foundation admonishes N-Delta youths to imbibe virtues of peace, tolerance
By Emem Idio, Yenagoa The Boyloaf Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has called for the promotion peace and values of tolerance, respect and empathy among the youths in the Niger Delta especially the boy child. The foundation, dedicated to non-violence advocacy and the protection of the boy child, in partnership with Miss Peace Organisation and […]
Boxing champion, Peter Oboh, hails Greta Thurberg over Gaza trip
The former Commonwealth plus British boxing champion, Peter Oboh has sent well wishes and regards to Swedish activist Greta Thurberg and others, who are sailing to Gaza despite great risk involved in the mission. Thunberg is joining a protest flotilla to the Gaza Strip in an attempt to “break the blockade” of the coastal enclave. […]
UKNIAF, NGF drive state power reforms
By Ebunoluwa Sessou & Abigail Aderibigbe The United Kingdom Nigeria Infrastructure Advisory Facility (UKNIAF), in partnership with the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), has concluded a nationwide capacity-building program aimed at empowering states to lead electricity market reforms in line with the Electricity Act 2023. The initiative, which featured workshops in Lagos, Calabar, Kano, and Jos, […]
2028: No issue between Aiyedatiwa, Tunji-Ojo – Group
By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Director General of the Progressive Network for Tinubu, Pastor Olumide Obadele, has dismissed speculations of a rift between Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, over the 2028 governorship election. Rumors have circulated that both leaders are at odds, with Aiyedatiwa said to be […]
WISCAR equips women with skills to bridge gaps in leadership
By Ebunoluwa Sessou Across industries, women continue to face barriers to leadership despite entering the workforce in greater numbers. This is the reason for the mentorship program organised by the Women in Successful Careers, WISCAR, which has bridged the gap while equipping women with the skills, confidence, and networks needed to rise and lead. Just […]
Nakale Esco Nakale inspires over 200 voices at transformative public speaking masterclass
As the event drew to a close, one thing became evident: Nakale Esco Nakale has ignited a movement—voices that will echo with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Lokpobiri urges Niger Delta to sustain Tinubu’s development-driven administration
The Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, has called on the people of the Niger Delta region to continue supporting the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, citing his commitment to the region’s development through key reforms and tangible initiatives under the #RenewedHope agenda. The Minister made this call while […]
Food Production: Media urged to drive climate smart agriculture
…to transform lives of 3.79m smallholder farmers by 2030 By Gabriel Ewepu YOLA – IN a bid to change the narrative in food production, a United Kingdom, UK, funded agriculture intervention Programme, Propcom+, has made it clear on why the Nigerian media needs to drive Climate Smart Agriculture in order to boost its awareness among […]
Amuwo-Odofin chair rolls out skill acquisition initiative for job creation
By Ebunoluwa Sessou Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Chairman, Prince Lanre Sanusi, yesterday flagged off a Skill Acquisition Program aimed at empowering youths with practical and entrepreneurial skills to boost self-reliance and economic development in the community. The initiative, according to the chairman, is a fulfillment of his campaign promise to equip young people with modern, market-driven […]
Code on Bark: What Aztec books (codices) really tell us
Tribute lists reveal a tax and transport system, not just exotic objects. Illustrated chapters on merchants, healers, and artisans show how skills and status were ordered
