NOBODY initially envisaged any danger when it began to rain in most parts of the country last July 10. Being a weekend, many families had relaxation in mind, especially after returning from church service.

THE Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offenses Commission, ICPC and the Lagos State government are working in close collaboration to fight corruption from the grass root. This they have started by institutionalising anti-corruption clubs in secondary and tertiary institutions in the state.

Nigerians are famous for always seeking divine intervention to their problems or challenges confronting them. Indeed most of them believe that it is only fervent prayer that can get their problems solved. And when that which is desired do come to pass, it is celebrated as a miracle.

IN the wake of the brutal murder of 10 corps members in Bauchi State, many parents, especially in the Southern part of Nigeria, had vowed not to let their children serve in the state if they are posted there by the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC. As far as these parents were concerned, Bauchi was no longer a safe place to live, especially if you are a stranger.

In the wake of various security challenges in the country, Society of Security Practitioners of Nigeria, SSPN has stressed the need for the government to put in place a frame work for participation of private security practitioners in its security efforts.