Voice for the voiceless
“The 21st Century has been uniquely marked by untold degree of insecurity with attendant horrendous consequences on man and his environment. Within the Nigerian context, and with emphasis on physical security of lives and properties of citizens, that the nation’s insecurity has overstretched the capacity of Nigeria’s security agencies to say the least.” The above…
The support for the exemption was prearranged by The Federal Executive Council at its meeting on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa Abuja. Federal Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Education have been taken off from the Integrated Personnel Payment System (IPPIS). The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman disclosed this while briefing State House Correspondents alongside…
The sack is in tandem with his Renewed Hope Agenda, which is to create world-class standards for Nigerian Civil Aviation in consumer protection, the promotion of the well-being of Nigerian passengers, and the high cost of underperformance in the sector, Ngelale stated. President Bola Tinubu has dismissed the 6 Managing Directors and Directors-General of parastatals…
The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, H.E. Adegboyega Oyetola has presented a N10.9bn, 2024 budget for his Ministry to the joint House Committees of the Senate on Marine Transport and the House of Representatives Committees on Ports and Harbour, Maritime Safety, Education and Administration, Inland Waterways and Shipping services. The Minister, Adegboyega Oyetola,…
The Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, highlighted the pivotal role of the National Public Security Communication System (NPSCS) in elevating the Edo State Government’s Command and Control Centre. Speaking at the Security Summit and the launch of the Center with the theme “Repositioning for the Future,” held at the Edo Festival Hall,…
Amid the unfolding political crisis in Rivers State, the Labour Party’s 2023 Governorship Candidate, Beatrice Itubo, is presently in talks with Governor Siminalayi Fubara of the Peoples Democratic Party. “I met with the Governor and discussion is still in progress,” Itubo told our correspondent. She, however, did not stretch details if she was discarding the…
The attention of the Palace of the Deji & Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom has been drawn to a fresh publication on the confirmed Twitter handle of Mr. Omoyele Sowore which had gone viral on some social media claiming that men of the Department of State Security Services came to threaten His Majesty, the Deji…
The President identified good governance as a key catalyst to secure popular support through the socio-economic transformation and development of West Africa. President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, implored West African leaders to prioritize good governance and collective prosperity as an essential tool to prevent authoritarian takeovers of power and unconstitutional changes of government in the…
The body’s “authority and credibility were severely undermined” by its delayed response to the conflict, he said. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Sunday said he regrets the Security Council’s failure to demand a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, condemning the divisions that have “paralyzed” the world body. Addressing Qatar’s Doha Forum, Guterres said the council was…
He said Jose Peseiro should be based in the country to be able to discover local football talents to complement the foreign-based players. Nigerian football legend and former national team captain, Christian Chukwu, has lamented the current condition of the Super Eagles, saying that the country does not have a team for now. He said…
Governor Sim Fubara has reportedly called for an emergency Executive Council Meeting following a monumental defection by 27 Rivers State House of Assembly members from the PDP (People’s Democratic Party) to the APC (All Progressives Congress). The unforeseen defection, announced by assembly members devoted to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has sent reactions through the state’s…
27 Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This may not be unconnected to the unending political tension in the state. The crisis came into public light following the burning of the Rivers State Assembly Complex on 29th October. In…
The CEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mele Kyari, appeared before the joint committee on appropriations 48 hours after being summoned by the Senate. During the hearing, he explained that while a reduction may be possible, it is not the main objective of the refineries. The NNPCL boss was given a 24-hour…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has assured the public that it is collaborating with law enforcement agencies to apprehend those responsible for circulating fake currency. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a warning to Nigerians to beware of fake naira notes in circulation. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned Deposit…
Nigeria, the top economy and major oil producer on the continent, aims to attract more foreign investment following economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in May. Oil giant Shell has identified $6 billion worth of investment opportunities in Nigeria, particularly in offshore, gas, and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) projects, according to a statement…
Earlier this week, protesters carrying placards gathered at the National Assembly to demand the resignation of Wike, but he ignored them and remained in his position. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) waved off a protest calling for his resignation, claiming it was sponsored. However, he acknowledged that demonstrations are welcomed in a…
As a way to further educate Nigerian youth on the positive ways of using social media platforms, and to encourage writing culture; a group, Social Media Digest, on Thursday, organised a social media summit in Abuja. The event which had dignitaries across the country and various fields of endeavors, also rewarded 3 young Nigerians who…
The CP also assured that the offending officer will be subjected to internal disciplinary measures including criminal prosecution. A police inspector has been arrested in Delta State for allegedly shooting a motorist at Ekrerhavwe Junction in Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area. The unnamed inspector was arrested by the Delta State Police Command a day…
The diplomat stated that the agreement would enable direct passenger and cargo flights between the two countries. The Nigerian government has just signed a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) with Kuwait, paving the way for direct flights between the two countries. This is great news for travelers looking to explore all that Nigeria and Kuwait…
The ECOWAS court ordered the country to comply and provide evidence of payment. A three-member panel of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Court of Justice has ordered the government of the Republic of Benin to pay Mr. Sunday Adeyemo, popularly called Igboho, 20 million CFA francs for unlawful detention. The court ruled…
