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2 hours ago
Sir: The translation of work into world languages has been on the rise. It means that in the past, when technical, commercial, science and even polytechnic students graduated, jobs awaited them just for the fact that they carried out practical activities while in school.
1 day ago
For the first time in a long, long time, Nigerians well and truly have a mother in Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s first lady and wife to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. For all that Nigerians have to say about the office of the first lady
Alex Otti
2 days ago
Action speaks louder than words. From the moment Dr. Alex Otti assumed office as the governor of Abia State, he has shown that leadership is about using available resources to create meaningful change. In less than two years,
2 days ago
In the last few days, especially after the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) released its figures on the rebased  CPI , which indicated a reduction in inflation figures from 32.5% in December 2024 to 24.5% in  January 25, experts  have reasonable predicted a considersble difference in the rebased GDP figures when it is released  which…
Fubara
3 days ago
Following the lack of critical infrastructure at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the immediate construction of male and female hostels, a health centre, administrative blocks, among others. The governor acknowledged that immediate intervention at the university was necessary to improve the learning standard. Governor Fubara vowed…
3 days ago
Sir: The Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) is a premium health insurance agency with the mandate of providing quality healthcare services and financial risk protection for residents of the state.
3 days ago
Chief Olaseni Olubusola Salako, a seasoned professional, philanthropist, and astute politician, has become a formidable force in Ogun State's political landscape. Born on June 13, 1973, into the respected Salako family of Agbole Oluwo in Idogo, Yewa South Local Government, he has dedicated his life to service, development, and the betterment of his people. After…
4 days ago
Sir: Since assuming power, the Bola Tinubu administration has confronted numerous challenges, with insecurity being a significant concern, particularly in the North West geopolitical zone.
24 Feb
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, says he will resign if the current APC state chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, is re-elected. Ata made this statement at a press conference in Kano on Monday. He reaffirmed his position, stating he would resign from both his ministerial role and the party. He said, “This…
24 Feb
Nigeria’s potential as a country has never been in doubt, neither has its promise as a country that can go on to achieve great things, and specifically as a country that can rise from the ashes of colonialism and civil war to take its place among developed nations
Trump
24 Feb
Just about two weeks ago during Prime Minister Bejamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, President Donald Trump during the press conference made a proposal that the United States “takes over” the Gaza Strip and “own it”.That comment came as a big shock to observers around the worldas no one saw that coming. In his words, “The…
23 Feb
A civil society organisation, Niger Delta Civil Society Coalition, NSCDC, has condemned the George Uboh Whistleblowers Network for invoking the Freedom of Information Act and the Fiscal Responsibility Act to request documents on alleged financial mismanagement in the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB. NSCDC urged sponsors of the George Uboh Whistleblowers Network to…
23 Feb
The President of the Association of African Private Universities (AAPU), Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, on Thursday, visited Baba-Ahmed University, Kano, to discuss the advancement of private universities in Africa and promote academic collaboration. Prof. Gwarzo, who is also the founder of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN), led a high-profile delegation that included the…

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The recent council poll in Osun State brought up the absurdities that go on in the local government system in Nigeria. No sooner that Osun State Independent Electoral Commission than concerned citizens renewed their calls for direly needed reforms at the third tier of governance.
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The Supreme Court on Friday declared as invalid, illegal, null and void, the local government election conducted in Rivers State on October 5, last year, which was won by the All People's Party (APP).
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The Alliance of Sahel States (AES - Alliance des États du Sahel), a coalition of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger formed in 2023 and perceived as representing a bold attempt to redefine sovereignty and security in the Sahel, has significant implications for regional politics, security, and global geopolitics.
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The transition of Pa Ayo Adebanjo (as he was fondly known), the leader of Afenifere, a Yoruba socio-cultural organisation on February 14, 2025 constitutes an immeasurable loss to the pro-democracy group, National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), the political class and the country in general.
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The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin and the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, on Friday, said the empowerment programme of Senator Saliu Mustapha was in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agriculture and food security agenda.
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Prior to Nigeria’s independence in 1960, agriculture was the mainstay of its economy, even as reflected in the economic activities of the regions there were in the country at that time.
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President Bola Tinubu on Friday signed a budget of N54.99 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year, assuring that his government sees light of progress in Nigeria with the strategic reforms being implemented.  
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Until recently, Nigeria was one of the countries commended for the successes recorded in containing the dreaded COVID-19 virus that swept the whole world off its feet with devastating effects and consequences.
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The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has blacklisted AVEO Pharmaceuticals Pvt Limited for its involvement in the production and illegal exportation of tapentadol to countries in West Africa, including Nigeria.
1 hour ago
Who should we hold responsible for demonisation of democracy Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the prophet once called ‘dem don crazy’, ‘demonstation of craze…’ in this country? It’s a time to speak truth not only to power, but also to ourselves – that the majesty of democracy has been defiled.