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target=_blank>Youths demand 70% seats in house of Reps, state assemblies
The Future is Now project has demanded 70% youth representation in House of Representatives, State Assemblies across Nigeria. The demand was made at the unveiling of the project at Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, on Wednesday. Young leaders and stakeholders from across Nigeria converged at the event for the project. Participants unanimously declared that the time
target=_blank>Independence: Nigeria staggering under APC’s failures – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says Nigeria is staggering under the failures of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Addressing a press conference on the occasion of the 65th Independence anniversary of the country, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, said Nigerians were faced with “acute convergence of crises: economic hardship, spiraling
target=_blank>Kano: Sheikh Triumph suspended over blasphemy allegation
The Kano State Shura Committee has suspended Sheikh Lawal Shuaib Abubakar, popularly known as Triumph, from all teaching and preaching activities pending the outcome of investigations into allegations of blasphemy leveled against him. Briefing journalists after a review meeting on the matter, Secretary of the committee, Shehu Wada Sagagi, said the committee had listened to
target=_blank>AA Zaura Felicitates President Tinubu, Nigerians at 65th Independence Anniversary
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and philanthropist, Abdussalam Abdulkarim Zaura (AA Zaura), has felicitated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigerians on the occasion of the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary, describing the day as a moment for reflection, unity, and renewed commitment to nation-building. Zaura, through his media aide, Dahiru Maihuddadu, noted that Nigeria has
target=_blank>Reflection, Reinvention, and Winning at Sixty-Five: A Field Note for Nigeria’s Next Chapter
Alim Abubakre I pen this article with a humble sense of responsibility hoping to contribute to this critical national discourse of proffering actionable insights to nation building. This article is informed by insights gleaned from my engagements with more than 1,000 leaders globally in the past year and close to a gross of this number
target=_blank>Akpabio to Tinubu: Get ready to receive more opposition govs
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be ready to receive more governors of the opposition into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Akpabio said more governors were putting finishing touches in preparation to join the APC, noting that Nigerians were already seeing
target=_blank>PENGASSAN suspends strike
The leadership of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has suspended its 3-day strike over a rift between the union and the Dangote Refinery. The union, at an ongoing press briefing, also warned the management of Dangote Refinery not to renege on the agreement they both signed during a marathon
target=_blank>African leaders, researchers, others set for summit on taxation
Policy makers, reserchers and development partrners are set for the 11th Africa Think-Tank Summit on taxation and domestic resource mobilisation across the continent. The summit, which is being organised by The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) in collaboration with the African Union Commission and the Ethiopia’s Ministry of Finance, will be held in Addis Ababa,
target=_blank>Federalism, Fair Elections, and Elite Consensus: The Crucible of Nigeria’s Next 65 Years
A few weeks ago, I addressed a gathering of clergy, professionals, and everyday citizens at an interactive session in Owerri. I was invited to speak not as a politician, but as a fellow Nigerian, to reflect candidly on where we are, and more importantly, where we are going. In that room, I was reminded that
target=_blank>Kano gov fumes as Police withdraw from Independence Day parade
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has accused the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, of partisanship after the police command withdrew from the Independence Day anniversary parade held in Kano. Speaking during the event on Wednesday, the governor described the action as an affront to the people of Kano and to the
target=_blank>NPFL: Rivers United overcome Niger Tornadoes, stay unbeaten
Rivers United defeated Niger Tornadoes 1-0 in Port Harcourt on Wednesday to maintain their unbeaten start to the season. Both teams failed to hit the target in the first half of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL rescheduled matchday six encounter. Maclyn Biokpo scored the winning goal for Rivers United from the penalty spot in
NPFL: Rivers United overcome Niger Tornadoes, stay unbeaten
target=_blank>‘Find Sommie’s killers’ — Family urges FG
The family of slain ARISE News anchor and reporter, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, has urged the Federal Government and security agencies to urgently unravel and prosecute the killers of their daughter. This was the emotional appeal made on Tuesday during a condolence visit by Senior Management of the ARISE Media Group to the Maduagwu family residence
‘Find Sommie’s killers’ — Family urges FG
target=_blank>Kwara urges vigilance, limited movement as onslaught on kidnappers’ hideouts continues
As the onslaught on kidnappers’ hideouts by security forces intensifies, the Kwara State government has urged residents, particularly those in and around Ekiti, Ifelodun, Isin, Oke Ero, and Irepodun LGAs, to remain vigilant and restrict outdoor activities as much as possible in the interim. The advisory follows heightened operations by combined security forces in border
Kwara urges vigilance, limited movement as onslaught on kidnappers’ hideouts continues
target=_blank>NWFL announces date, venue, fixtures for 2025 Nationwide League
The Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, has announced a new kickoff date, venue, and fixtures for the 2025 Nationwide League. The Nationwide League serves as a platform for emerging clubs seeking to advance through the league structure. The promotion playoff is scheduled to run from Friday, October 10, to Friday, October 17, at the Bwari
NWFL announces date, venue, fixtures for 2025 Nationwide League
target=_blank>Flutterwave champions Africa’s digital future at UNGA 80
Over the course of the last week, New York came alive with ideas and ambition as the world’s leaders in business and politics converged for the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Among the global leaders and decision-makers, Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, stood out as one of Africa’s most prominent voices. The company’s
Flutterwave champions Africa’s digital future at UNGA 80
target=_blank>Fubara relieves commissioners affected by Supreme Court judgement
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has relieved all commissioners and public officers affected by the recent Supreme Court judgment on their appointments with immediate effect. The governor made the announcement during a valedictory session with his cabinet, held on Wednesday at Government House, Port Harcourt, as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. In
Fubara relieves commissioners affected by Supreme Court judgement
target=_blank>Niger Govt laments decline in Early Initiated Breastfeeding from 42% to 35.5%
The Niger State Government has expressed concern over the decline in Early Initiated Breastfeeding, EIB, rates in the state from 42 percent in 2018 to 35.5 percent in 2023. The decline was revealed in a report by the National Demographic Health Survey, NDHS. The State Nutrition Officer, Hajia Asmau Abubakar commented on the report during
Niger Govt laments decline in Early Initiated Breastfeeding from 42% to 35.5%
target=_blank>Osimhen vs Isak: Ex-Arsenal midfielder Robson picks better striker
Former Arsenal midfielder Stewart Robson has picked Liverpool’s Alexander Isak as the better striker when compared to Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen. Robson spoke after Osimhen led Galatasaray to beat Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night. Recall that Osimhen’s first-half penalty strike gave the hosts a 1-0 victory against the Premier League champions at
Osimhen vs Isak: Ex-Arsenal midfielder Robson picks better striker
target=_blank>Nigeria at 65: FCTA launches two key health programmes for mothers, families
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has unveiled two new health initiatives to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary – the free distribution of Mother–Baby Kits and the Abuja Breathe Fresh Air Project. The programmes were launched at Asokoro District Hospital in Abuja by the FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud. Dr. Mahmoud explained that
Nigeria at 65: FCTA launches two key health programmes for mothers, families
target=_blank>Adamawa: Gov Fintiri inaugurates committee over delayed pension payments
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has expressed displeasure over delayed payment of long standing arrears of gratuities and pension to retired civil servants in the state spanning years. The governor lamented that many of the retirees have unnecessarily endured years of delay in receiving their entitlements despite serving the state and people diligently. However,
Adamawa: Gov Fintiri inaugurates committee over delayed pension payments
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