Letters
18 hours ago
Quite early in the life of the Nigerian state, in the 1970s, General Yakubu Gowon (Rtd.), the then military Head of State, gleefully declared that the problem with Nigeria was not lack of the financial muscle to fund capital projects and meet other obligations of his administration, but how to appropriate the humongous resources derived…
1 day ago
There have been concerns raised about the conduct of the Nigerian Police Force over the years. These concerns have further led to a high level of distrust between the people and the police especially as related to professional conduct.
2 days ago
The rehabilitation and modernization of Port Harcourt refinery by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited under the guidance of the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari has changed the narrative of a country where nothing works and delivered a huge political capital to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pilloried by critics of his administration at home…
2 days ago
I was honoured with the prestigious Diana Award, the highest accolade given to young people for their social action work or humanitarian efforts. Established in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, this award is supported by HRH The Prince of Wales and Prince Harry
3 days ago
Sir: It was President Bola Tinubu that declared that in the first half of this year, the revenue of Nigeria soared to over N9.1 trillion, compared to the first half of 2023.
4 days ago
Sir: Over the past three decades, Ghana has distinguished itself as a beacon of democracy in Africa, often standing out for its peaceful and transparent elections. In a continent where electoral disputes and political instability are common, Ghana’s success story offers invaluable lessons.
16 Dec
In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a concerning rise in utility bills, particularly electricity charges, despite the country’s notorious struggles with unreliable power supply. For many Nigerians, the disconnect between what they are billed
14 Dec
My experience as a Branch Internal Auditor in a now-consolidated commercial bank during the 2000s taught me the importance of accountability and oversight in institutions. In this role, I identified exceptions, assessed their impact, and recommended corrective actions.
14 Dec
Firebrand politician Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo is known for what he does. He is a man whose credibility is best defined by the roles he played in the last hours of the 2023 election as he abandoned his SDP compatriots mid sea to cut deals with different political interests. Before the election, he spared no pejorative…
13 Dec
Sir: The 13% derivation fund in Nigeria is a benefit-sharing system that provides funds to oil-producing communities to help them address the effects of oil and gas exploration in the areas of Infrastructure. The fund helps communities address infrastructural decay and degradation.
12 Dec
Sir: The reason the number of out-of-school children keep increasing is gradually being unveiled and what is left is for the Federal Government to take proactive steps towards addressing the issue once and for all and with all the seriousness it deserves.
11 Dec
President Bola Tinubu’s reappointment of Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha as the Director General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) for a second tenure of five years has renewed the optimism of biotech experts.
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Kano State Government has targeted to generate over N20 billion in revenue in the 2025 fiscal year as part of the state’s critical tax reform
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Nigeria Dangote Refinery has partnered with MRS Oil and Gas to sell petrol at ₦935 per liter at retail outlets nationwide. This price reduction follows a decrease in the ex-depot price from ₦970 to ₦899.50 per liter. Mr Anthony Echiejina, Head of Media Communications of Dangote Refinery, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in…
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Security operatives have assured Lagos residents of safety of lives and property during Christmas and New Year celebrations. They urged the residents to volunteer information that would aid their operations. The operatives include those of the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) and the Fire Service. They gave the assurance at…
34 mins ago
Work is seriously in progress on the Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway project as the first 120km is being constructed in Sokoto. The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, gave the assurance in a press release on Saturday in Lagos. “It has been procured, and work is going on by Hitech, using concrete. “Then, you have the Kebbi…
36 mins ago
Amid rising costs of edibles and other commodities, some residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have opted for homemade drinks instead of carbonated soft drinks due to their high prices. The residents, who spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja, cited local beverages like ‘Zobo,’ Kunu,…
40 mins ago
Minister of State for Defence, Alhaji Bello Matawalle says President Bola Tinubu has ordered security agencies to tackle all forms of insecurity in the country by 2025. The minister made the disclosure while addressing the gathering of All Progressive Congress (APC) supporters that welcomed him in Gusau on Saturday. Matawalle said the government was determined…
42 mins ago
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is supporting 9,500 farmers in Plateau with inputs to boost dry season wheat farming. Dr Steven Dowoh, the Coordinator of the ministry in Plateau, disclosed this on Saturday when he visited one of the cluster farms designated for the cultivation of wheat in Tenti Babba community, Barkin…
44 mins ago
The Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA) has condemned the alleged murder of 37-year-old Nigerian, Mr Julius Chukwunta, by four South Africans. Chukwunta, a native of Aninri Local Government Area in Enugu State, was reportedly attacked on December 7, 2024, while driving to his residence in Midrand Protea Estate. NICASA President-General Dr Frank Onyekwelu,…
57 mins ago
Lagos State Government has directed that all individuals and organisations giving out food and other items to the vulnerable must register with the Lagos tate Safety Commission. The government threatened legal action against disobedience to the directive. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, in a statement said, "Lagos State government has observed with serious…
1 hour ago
The President, Ohanaeze Ndgibo, Lagos State chapter, Solomon Ogbonna, has said those against the Mayor of Ndigbo Lagos title are jealous. He said this in reaction to social media comments against the title which was to be conferred on the CEO of Chisco Group of Companies, Chidi Anyaegbu. According to most of the comments shared…