Olu of Warri’s fifth Anniversary: It’s about culture, homecoming, empowerment – Lawrence Wilbert
As the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, marks his fifth year on the throne, activities are being held across the kingdom to celebrate the anniversary and promote the culture, identity and development of the Itsekiri people. In this interview, the Agura Tete of Warri Kingdom, Chief Lawrence Wilbert, speaks on the significance of the […]
How we’re reducing number of out-of-school children — Hajia Turai Kadir
With the number of out-of-school children in Nigeria rising astronomically in the last few years, from 10.5m, to 13.2m and now over 16m according to the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu recently, discerning minds know that it is a time bomb waiting to explode! Insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and other forms of criminality, are on the rise in Nigeria and there seems to be no end in sight because there is a ready supply of arsenal – an army of uneducated, jobless, unempowered and unmotivated youths ready to be used by unscrupulous elements in society.
I was on S/African ‘Wanted List’ – Urhobo, ex-Executive Secretary of S/African Relief Fund
A former Executive Secretary of South African Relief Fund, SARF, Dr. Omawumi Urhobo, in this interview, explains how South Africa and Nigeria can foster permanent harmonious relations.
Yoruba agitating for Oduduwa Republic, not restructuring — Senator Ali
Senator Abba Ali represented Katsina/Dutsinma Senatorial District defunct National Party of Nigeria, NPN, in the Second Republic. Ali is currently a member of the Board of Trustees of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Post-Buhari visit: Why many returnees won’t go back to S/Africa — Okoli, leader of Nigerian community
President of Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, NICASA, Ben Okoli, in this interview, tells Sunday Vanguard how Nigerians are settling down after recent xenophobic attacks and the import of fence-mending meetings between Nigeria and South Africa. He also speaks on the fate of Nigerian returnees.
Nigeria @ 59: How they are ripping off Nigeria – Allen Onyema
CHAIRMAN of Air Peace Airlines, Dr Allen Onyema, in this chat x-rays the state of the aviation sector 59 years after independence, pin-points the challenges and marshals the solutions. He also spoke on why international airfares are expensive in Nigeria, how and why the government must protect local airlines.
Sex-for-grades documentary: Things we saw during investigation were a lot worse – Kiki Mordi, BBC reporter
In an exclusive undercover investigation, British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Africa Eye early in the week revealed proof of a sexual harassment scandal at West Africa’s top universities. During a year-long investigation, journalists posing as students made secret recordings of male academics who harass and abuse young women.
INSECURITY: The South exported banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery to the North – Sani, ACF Scribe
The Secretary General of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Anthony Sani, in this interview, speaks on the state of the nation, saying the North is not afraid of Nigeria breaking up but prefers a strong, united country.
NAOMI: I shared my story of abuse on the world stage
From drawing inspiration from her travails as a victim of domestic violence in her first marriage and later a single mum, Naomi Osemedua became a global sensation, streaming live videos from the comfort of her home.
My plans for Aninri LGA – Oshi Simon, Aspirant
Oshi C Simon, has promised uncompromised loyalty, honesty and dedication to the betterment of his people in Aninri Local Government, Enugu State.
Nigeria @ 59: Destruction of workable structures started with Gowon — Ezeife
Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife, Third Republic Governor of Anambra State, in this interview, traces the beginning of the problems of Nigeria to the creation of 12 States by General Yakubu Gowon. He says that going back to regional structure will be the panacea for the country’s economic woes. He also speaks on some other national issues.
