2024 IWD Commitments
23 Mar
As the world commemorated International Women’s Day on March 8, national governments all across West Africa have put on record their newfound commitment to advancing gender equality by aligning with this year’s theme of “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”.
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The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the dissolution of the Governing Councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions. Okpebholo also approved the disengagement of the Management Staff of Edo Specialist Hospital and Stella Obasanjo Hospital, Benin City, with immediate effect. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, in a statement…
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There are several unique animals in the wild that you probably never heard of. Their transparency serves as a survival mechanism, protecting them from predators. Here are 5 animals that are so transparent you can see through their bodies. 1. Glass Frog Glass frogs, scientifically named “Centrolenidae," are tiny and quite magical creatures that inhabit…
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President Bola Tinubu has sacked the new Vice Chancellor of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU), Awka, Anambra State, Prof. Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh, and also approved the dissolution of the governing council of the 33-year-old institution. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement on Wednesday, said the President…
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Have you ever caught yourself daydreaming about a place where life feels calm, and chaos is just a distant memory? If yes, then this list is for you. The Global Peace Index 2024 has unveiled its top 10 most peaceful countries, and trust me, these places are the stuff of dreams. Whether it’s pristine landscapes,…
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The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday invoked Section 157(1) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to remove the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Danladi Umar, from office. The decision followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC-Ekiti), during plenary. The motion, titled "Invocation of Provision of Section…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday presented certificates of return to Ondo State Governor-elect, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and his deputy, Olayide Adelami. The Supervisory National Commissioner for Ondo State, Prof. Kunle Ajayi, handed over the certificates to the duo during a brief ceremony held at the commission's headquarters in Abuja. Aiyedatiwa defeated his closest…
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The Director of Research at Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy, and Development, Abdulwahab Lawal, has warned that the lack of internal democracy within Nigerian political parties could eventually lead to dictatorial leadership. According to the retired Nigerian Army Colonel, the absence of democratic culture in political parties is an aberration to democracy itself. Lawal, in…
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The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has allocated 2,000 bags of NPK 15:15:15 fertiliser, awaiting distribution to farmers for the 2024 dry season farming in Adamawa. Alhaji Tijjani Maksha, Adamawa Commissioner For Livestock and Aquaculture Development, overseeing the Ministry of Agriculture, disclosed this at the quarterly ministerial briefing in Yola on Tuesday. According to him,…
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The Lagos State Government has restated that its quest to enforce all environmental laws is not based on wickedness or high-handedness but an essential part of good governance. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known while speaking during an X Space programme on Tuesday. Wahab, who spoke on the topic…
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When Nigerian celebrities decide to swap glitzy stages and red carpets for political podiums and campaign trails, it’s a thrilling shift that catches everyone’s attention and also garnered many questions in the minds of the masses. These stars have built their careers on the love and admiration of their fans, and many believe they can…