Thugs disrupt ADC women meeting in Rivers State
Suspected political thugs disrupted the maiden meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Young Women Forum on Friday in Eleme Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers. The thugs stormed the…
Obi congratulates Muslims on Eid-el-fitr, urges lasting Ramadan spirit
Mr Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has urged Nigerian Muslims to imbibe the spirit of Ramadan going forward after the 30-day Ramadan fast. Obi, a…
Tinubu felicitates Muslims on Eid-el-Fitr, urges renewed patriotism
As Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, urging renewed commitment to the nation and humanity. President…
Delta to host South-South zonal office of Tax Ombud – Oborevwori; recommits to fair tax system
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and accountability in tax administration, as the state prepares to host the South-South Zonal Headquarters of…
Two revolutionary hinges: Obi and Sowore, by Valentine Obienyem
I first became aware of the exploits of Mr. Omoyele Sowore during his days as a student activist. At 54, I believe we belong to roughly the same generational…
Senator Makarfi sends passionate Eid el-Fitr message of hope to Nigerians
We express our most sincere gratitude, appreciation and total submission to Allah (SubhanaHu wa Ta’ala) for enabling us to partake in the month-long Ramadhan fasting and witnessing its successful completion….
Ohanaeze Launches Professorial Endowment Chairs to Revive Igbo Language and History
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, on Thursday, appointed four professors under its Professorial Endowment Chair initiative to prevent the extinction of the Igbo language. The appointed scholars include Prof. Mercy Nnyigide…
World Bank Calls for Redirecting $490BN in Subsidies to Bridge $70BN Annual Irrigation Funding Gap
The World Bank has called for the redirecting of $490 billion in Subsidies to bridge $70 billion annual irrigation funding Gap, according to a new World Bank Group report launched…
UK and Nigeria Announce £746 Million Export Finance Deal to Revitalise Lagos Ports
Britain and Nigeria announced a 746 million pound ($990.32 million) export finance deal on Thursday to fund the redevelopment of two of Nigeria’s main trading ports. UK Export Finance will…
NHRC seeks protection of 4,000 displaced children from abuse, trafficking in Gombe
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on all stakeholders to ensure the protection of displaced children and women sheltering in Gombe camp from abuse and being trafficked. Dr….