Northern CAN, Christian clerics reject calls for sack of INEC chair
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, in the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has rejected calls by the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria, SCSN, for the removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, describing the demand as an attempt to politicise religion and undermine a key national institution.
Disobeying Court rder comes with consequences, Wike advises JUAC
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reminded FCT workers, under the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), that the strike issue was still in court and advised them to obey court order, saying disobeying court order comes with consequences. Wike stated this while handing over 12 new ambulances to FCT hospitals […]
Nigerian scholar Zainab Gidado emerges leading voice in communication, genocide studies
By Rasheed Sobowale A Nigerian scholar, Zainab Olubukola Gidado, has emerged as a growing voice in the fields of communication studies, genocide research, and social justice advocacy through her academic and professional work in the United States. Gidado is an international graduate scholar and educator at Purdue University Fort Wayne, where she earned a Master’s […]
AI will not replace humans, it will refine capacity — Nile University Don
Varsity Will Shape Global Conversations on AI, VC Declares By Joseph Erunke, Abuja A Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) at Nile University of Nigeria, Prof. Prema Kirubakaran, has dismissed concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) will replace humans, saying instead that the technology will enhance human capacity, innovation and productivity. […]
Why we stand with NAFDAC on sachet alcohol ban – Jakpor, RDI Executive Director
“We have said it time and again that alcohol harm is a major but under-addressed driver of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and mental health conditions”
Tech firms urged to move beyond visibility
Tech firms urged to move beyond visibility New thought leadership platform, By Audacious, focused on systems-led growth for tech-enabled businesses, has been launched by growth strategist, Oluchukwu Chiadika, amid rising concerns that while user acquisition has become easier, sustaining engagement and reducing churn remain major challenges within the tech ecosystem. The platform is designed to […]
NCDMB, Lucky Osanebi and Sons Ltd conclude month-long welding, fabrication training for Delta youths
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), in collaboration with Lucky Osanebi and Sons Limited, has successfully concluded a month-long welding and fabrication training programme for 30 youths in Delta State.
EU adopts unified position supporting Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara
The European Union has adopted a unified position supporting Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara, Morocco’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Thursday.
NCDMB, Bestik and Sons Ltd empower Edo Youths with electric meter repair skills
A month-long electric meter repair training programme for 50 youths in Edo State has been successfully concluded by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) in collaboration with Bestik and Sons Limited. The programme was designed to boost employability and entrepreneurship by equipping participants with practical skills in electric meter repairs. Participants commended NCDMB […]
US Attack: Ningi describes strike as grave breach of Nigeria’s sovereignty
Former Deputy Senate Leader, Senator Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central), has criticised the reported Christmas Day bombing of terrorist hideouts in Sokoto State allegedly carried out by United States forces in collaboration with Nigerian security agencies, describing it as a grave breach of Nigeria’s sovereignty and the constitutional authority of the National Assembly.
PANDEF congratulates Fubara, Seriake Dickson on birthdays
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has congratulated Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and former Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Seriake Dickson, on their 51st and 60th birthday anniversaries respectively.
