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President Tinubu Raises Hope As He Urges Nigerians Living China To Expect Economic Boom!

President Bola Tinubu concluded his official activities in China on Friday in Beijing by engaging with the Nigerian community residing there. He characterized his visit as “very good and successful.”…

“Communities No Longer Interested in War, they now prefer Peace, Stability” – International Alert

The Country Director, International Alert Nigeria, Paul Benshima Nyulaku has said one of the key take-aways from the 16 months “Access to Justice” Project implemented in the four local government…

International-Alert Ends “Access To Justice” Project in the North West with Stability Plan

International-Alert in collaboration with UK International Development has just concluded 16 months “Access to Justice” Project being implemented in two of the North West States in Nigeria namely: Kaduna and…

The Kind of Leadership Nigerians Truly Deserve!

By Oladotun F. Roy In any democratic setting, it is a commonplace to hear people whine and apportion blames on the leadership particularly whenever things don’t pan out the way…

#CementPrice: “Our Plans to sell at Cheaper rate was frustrated last year” BUA Chairman

AbdulSamad Rabiu, the Chairman of BUA Cement, stated yesterday that his company’s intention to sell cement at N3,500 per bag last year was frustrated by the actions of cement dealers.…

“Any Student below age 18 will no longer be allowed to sit for WASSCE” – Minister of Education

The Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman has made a disclosure that age 18 and above will be the minimum approved age for any student to sit for Senior…

FGN vows to shut down filling stations that charge N1,000 per litre for petrol

The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has vowed to close down filling stations that are charging N1,000 per litre for petrol, once found culpable. This punitive action will help to…

Breaking: Two Police Confirm Dead in a Fresh Attack by Shiite Movement in Abuja!

Earlier today, a confrontation occurred between law enforcement and members of the Shiite movement near the Wuse Market area in Abuja. The police have confirmed that five officers in Wuse…

Telegram Founder reveals he has over 100 kids across 12 Countries!

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov revealed to his 5.7 million subscribers that he has over “100 biological kids.” He shared that about 15 years ago, a friend with fertility issues asked…

AAN, Global Affairs Canada Celebrate Five Years Milestone of WVL in Nigeria

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) in partnership with Global Affairs, Canada celebrated five year of remarkable achievements of Women’s Voices and Leadership (WVL) project in Nigeria, yesterday in Abuja. WVL project, an…

Trouble looms as DAAR Communications sacks Tosin Dokpesi, Tony Akiotu, other Directors

Daar Communications Plc, owners of Africa Independent Television (AIT) and RayPower, has sacked directors who have spent 10 years and above in executive positions. According a reliable source, the move…

#Immortality: Will you pay $220,000 to come back from the dead?

A group of European Start-ups might be raising hopes for possible immortality soon. Europe’s first cryopreservation start-up, Tomorrow Bio, offers to freeze your body in liquid nitrogen, hoping future technology…

“Sale of Crude-Oil to Dangote Refinery to begin by October 1st” – FG

The federal government has announced that the sale of crude oil to the Dangote refinery in naira will begin on October 1st. During a meeting with the Implementation Committee on…

NPF Summons NLC Leader for Interrogation!

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has summoned Joe Ajaero, the National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), to answer questions regarding accusations of financing terrorism, engaging in cybercrime, and…

MPox Alert: NCDC Confirms 517 deaths in Africa, only 39 Cases in Nigeria

In an effort to combat the escalating public health threats in Nigeria, Dr. Jide Idris, Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has declared Mpox a Public…

Political Crisis in Guinea Bissau as Major Political Parties plan to oust the incumbent President

The major political parties in Guinea Bissau, including President Sissocó Embaló’s party have formed alliance with an intention to oust the incumbent President, Sissocó Embaló. These main political parties, according…

#Paris2024: Why Nigeria Won Zero Olympics Medal – Dotun Roy

In the history of Nigeria’s Olympics Qualifier, I don’t think we have witnessed any Olympics like this year’s Olympics that had many Nigerians representing other countries more than their own…

FG to disburse N280 billion for the completion of the Abuja-Kano Highway

The Federal Government is set to disburse N280 billion to Julius Berger for the completion of the Abuja-Kano Highway. The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, announced that the federal…

Russian Embassy Refutes any Connection with Nigerian Protesters hoisting Russian Flag

The Russian Embassy in Nigeria has refuted any association with a group of demonstrators in northern Nigeria who were spotted waving Russian flags. The Embassy issued a statement highlighting that…

CBN Sanctions the Merger of Unity and Providus Banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has authorized a significant financial arrangement to facilitate the anticipated merger between Unity Bank Plc and Providus Bank Limited. This approval was stated in…

Defence Minister Advocates for the Enhancement of ECOWAS Security Collaboration to Boost Defense Capabilities

The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru CON, has urged the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff to bolster their collaborative security efforts, aiming to improve their defense capabilities in…

#EndBadGovernance Protest: President Tinubu Addresses the nation, Urges Protesters to Stop

Amidst #EndBadGovernance Protest which began nationwide on 1st of August, 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had taken time out to address Nigerians both at home and Disapora yesterday, Sunday 4th…

#EndBadGovernance: “We are open to engaging in Dialogue”, Wike urge Protesters

Earlier yesterday, Thursday, August 1st, protesters stormed the street of Federal Capital Territory-Abuja demonstrating their democratic rights to end bad governance and other forms leadership challenges such as corruption, draconian…

Oyotunji Monarch hacked to death by his Blood Sister!

Adegbolu Adefunmi, Oloyo of Oyotunji African village in Beaufort County, South Carolina, in the USA, has been allegedly stabbed to death by his sister. The incident reportedly happened during a…

Breaking: NCC Orders Immediate Reactivation of Lines Affected by NIN-SIM Verification Issues!

The National Communications Commission (NCC) has mandated the prompt reactivation of all phone lines that were impacted by the NIN-SIM verification process. In a statement signed and released by Reuben…

Legendary Elegant Stallion, Onyeka Onwenu is Dead!

Legendary Elegant Stallion and singer, Onyeka Onwenu has reportedly passed on at 72. According to a reliable source, Onwenu collapsed after she performed at the 80th birthday celebration of Dr…

Breaking: FG to sell 50Kg of rice for a price of N40,000!

The Federal Government announced yesterday, Monday that it has commenced the distribution of an extra 10 trucks containing 50kg bags of rice to every state. The rice will be available…

#WhoProtestEpp: “Let’s Not Burn Our Nation, Rather Embrace Peace and Dialogue” – Amb. Austin Peacemaker Inaede

Fellow Nigerian Youths, As we stand at the crossroads of our nation’s history, let us remember that the path of protest with potential violence and anarchy is a road to…

Sxx is a Fact of Life We Must Be Unapologetic About

By Oladotun Muyiwa Fadeyiye The other day, someone DMed me saying “Bruv you seem to like sharing sxxual content a lot”. I smiled. And my response to the person was…

Middle Belt Youth Leaders Dissuade Middle Belt Youths to avoid Upcoming Nationwide Protest in August

The Coalition of Middle Belt Youth Associations’ Leaders have advised all the middle Belt Youths to avoid participation in the upcoming potentially volatile nationwide protest slated to hold between August…

BREAKING: Petroleum Resources Minister Hosts Crucial Meeting with Dangote, NMDPRA, NNPC Leadership

Following series of comments made by the Nigerian Billionaire Businessman, Aliko Dangote in a viral video about his intention to jettison his lofty idea of running a refinery in Nigeria…

“I cherish my Private Life, is a delusional statement” – Dotun Roy

This piece is for those who often feel overly mature and always wanting to keep their private lives off socials. Sometimes when I listen to these sets of people talk…

Biden withdrawn from Presidential race, Endorses Kamala Harris instead

As the race to decide who becomes the 47th President of the United States (POTUS) gets toughened, the incumbent President of the United States of America, Joe Biden has officially…

“Our External Reserves Stand at $36.89 Billion” – CBN Governor

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that external reserves currently stand at $36.89 billion. The governor of the CBN, Olayemi Cardoso, has provided reassurance to…

NASS: N6.2 Trillion Appropriation Amendment Bill passes Second Reading

The Senate has passed the N6.2 Trillion Appropriation Amendment Bill for its second reading. Senator Michael Bamidele Opeyemi has proposed a revised bill that designates N3.2 trillion for capital expenses…

President Tinubu Urges NASS to consider N6.2 Trillion Increase in 2024 Appropriation Act

President Bola Tinubu has requested the National Assembly (NASS) to consider a N6.2 trillion increase in the 2024 appropriation act. President Tinubu expressed his request in a letter that was…

#TrumpAttack: Obama, Biden express deep concern over Trump’s assassination attempt!

President Biden and former President of the United States of America, Barrak Obama have expressed their deep concern following a failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump by an unknown sniper,…

NGF expresses relief as Supreme Court ruling on LG autonomy

The Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, (NGF) Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, expresses relief following the Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy, stating that it eases…

President Tinubu Announces New Appointments

President Tinubu has announced more new appointments on Saturday. This is coming after his approval for these appointments and confirmation of the Nigerian Senate. Below is the list of the…

#SamoaAgreement: ‘Ratified Only to Boost Economic Growth, Social Development’ – Minister

Contrary to the fake news making rounds about Nigeria ratifying Samoa Agreement in order to promote LGBTQ earlier this July, the Office of the minister of Budget and Economic Planning…

FG to Construct 500 Residential Units through FHA in Kaduna State

In order to tackle the housing shortage across the country, Oyetunde Ojo, the Managing Director of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), has announced that the federal government will construct 500…

“Niger State’s IGR in May 2024 alone was N3.5 Billion” – Governor Bago

The Executive Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Bago has announced that the state achieved an Internally-Generated Revenue (IGR) of N3.5 billion in May, 2024 alone. Mr. Bago made this statement…

Femi Otedola Increases Ownership Stake in First Bank by 2.22 percent

Billionaire entrepreneur and FBN Holdings chairman, Femi Otedola, has purchased an extra 2.22 percent stake in the First Bank of Nigeria. Otedola increases his ownership in First Bank of Nigeria…

Shoprite to shut down Operation in Abuja!

Shoprite Mall, on Monday, announced its plan to cease operation in one of its Abuja branches from June 30, 2024. According to the report, the affected branch is situated at…

Pinching pennies from poor: Settlement system without soul

By Aoiri Obiagbo When the tireless Akintunde Asalu was alive, shareholders had influence over board actions. There’s been less impact since his exit and less transparency as a result. One…

FG debunks Speculation of Renaming Murtala Mohammed Way After Soyinka

The government clarifies that Abuja’s Murtala Mohammed Way has not been renamed after Soyinka, contrary to speculation. Mohammed Idris, the minister of information and national orientation, emphasized that the idea…

Nigeria Police Force rejects the recruitment list by the PSC, calls for a thorough review

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has rejected the recruitment list provided by the Police Service Commission (PSC)and called for a thorough review. The Nigeria Police Force raised this concerns about…

“Lady with a Heart of Gold”, Dr Aisha Achimugu bags the Philanthropist of the Year Award!

Dr. Mrs Aisha Achimugu OFR is not one to hug the spotlights as her philanthropic acts have impacted millions of people and communities in Nigeria over the years. This recognition…

“Environmental Crimes Will No Longer Pardonable” – Minister of Environment

The Federal Government says it is actively pursuing the establishment of a tribunal to prosecute individuals who commit environmental crimes nationwide. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, made this announcement…

Forgive #VeryDarkMan! Free #VeryDarkMan From Remand!!

In anything we want to be in this life, just try to be truth-sayer and see how the world will applaud you for always standing for the truth and then…

Are We Truly Ready to Pay the Price for the Minimum Wage??

By Oladotun Fadeyiye As public expectations toward the implementation of minimum wage heightens day in, day out, with Labour Union drumming the drums of threats to keep workers away from…

#BlackOut: Labour Union Deliberately Shut Down National Grid!

Amidst notification of threat by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) to kick off nationwide strike today, 3rd June 2024, due to failure of federal government to implement minimum wage agreements,…

Tinubu Vows to deal with the killers of Armed Forces Officers in Abia State

The President Bola Tinubu has vowed to come down heavily on those who have made it a habit to needlessly attack officers and men of Nigeria’s armed forces. He said…

Are the Labour of our Heroes Past Now In Vain???

By Oladotun Fadeyiye Nigeria is my country of birth and I’m so proud of that, anywhere. This is because I know who I am and I know my people. We…

Former EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Lamorde dies at 61

Ibrahim Lamorde, the former chairman of the anti-graft agency, EFCC has reportedly passed on, early hours of today, Sunday. He was 61. A reliable source disclosed that Mr Lamorde died…

#KayodeOlanrewaju: Not all Men with Paternity Issues are Sterile

By Oladotun F Olumuyiwa Since I stumbled on the sad story of paternity fraud between Nigerian soccer player, Kayode Olanrewaju and his estranged wife, Ezinne on socials earlier today, I…

Another Blunder on Coastal Highway!

By Oladotun F Olumuyiwa There is a cliché that I often hear people use but personally never really understood or perhaps ruminates deeply over its deep meaning until now, which…

#ChildrensDay2024: VIJU Launches “Celebrate Their Brilliance’ campaign”, Donates Massively to Schools, NGOs

In the spirit of Children’s Day, VIJU Industries Nigeria in their usual practice gave out some of the company’s product to beneficiaries and this event took place at their premises…

IIM Africa becomes Only licensed Institute to Certify Data Experts in Nigeria

The Nigerian government has granted license to the Institute of Information Management (IIM) to conduct examinations and certify Data Privacy and Protection professionals in the country. The approval which is…

Meet Toyibb Hassan and Zainab Lawal, the Game Changing Partners in Agro-allied business in Nigeria

In a world where the quality of food we consume determines our functionality, our health status as well as our productivity level, one cannot but recognize and appreciate the role…

NIBSS, N’Assembly and cyber security charges

By Aoiri Obaigbo Setting out from your home on a journey, or even when going to work or visiting your friends, the Nigerian road user is besieged by a cocktail…

President Faye of Senegal becomes Abuja Citizen, honored by Nyesom Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Nyesom Wike has conferred on President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye the honorary citizenship of Abuja with the presentation of the symbolic…

Nigeria and Her August Visitor!

By Olumuyiwa F. Oladotun In the last few days, the excitement and razzmatazz about the visit of Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle to Nigeria has been everywhere causing…

Unjustly Sacked Employee Cries Out for Justice!

Demands N1.5bn as damages Former Chief Risk and Compliance Officer and Senior Vice President (SVP), Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS), Temidayo Adefemi Adekanye, has alleged that he was sacked…

ImpactHouse, SSPL Launch Media Fellowship on Gender-Responsive Education Planning

ImpactHouse, in partnership with System Strategy and Policy Lab (SSPL), has launched Change Reporting 2.0: A Media Fellowship on Gender-Responsive Education Planning in Nigeria. A 10-month programme, the Change Reporting…

#Corruption: EFCC Releases List of Past Governors with Worst Track Records with Public Funds

Earlier today, Economic Financial and Crimes Commission (EFCC) published the names of 58 Nigeria’s Former Governors with horrible history of corruption -misappropriation and management of public funds while in the…

#Seychelles2025: Africa to host First FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in 2025!

The brand for Seychelles 2025 was unveiled at an enchanting ceremony on Mahé Island. Africa set to host the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup for the first time. It will…

AAN Donates First VesicoVirgina Fistula Centre to Gwarinpa Hospital, Abuja

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) in collaboration with ActionAid Italy has constructed and donated the first fully equipped 20-bed VesicoVirgina Fistula (VVF) Ward to Gwarinpa Hospital in Federal Capital Territory-Abuja. This noble…

#YahayaBello: EFCC Chairman to face Kogi High Court over disobedience!

A Kogi High Court in Lokoja has directed the Chairman of the EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, to present himself before the court on May 13 to provide a reason for his…

#FuelScarcity: NNPC urges Nigerians to avoid panic buying of PMS, there’s sufficient in the Country!

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has said that the tightness in the supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) currently being experienced in some areas across the country…

GPBN Associates, NCC To Synergize in promoting Online Professionalism, Data Management

GBPN Associates, an Association made up of Bloggers, Influencers and Online Editors on Tuesday 16th April 2024 paid a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) in Abuja. The…

IFDC, DGIS launch “Soil Values” To Sustainably Manage Soil Fertility in Nigeria!

International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) – an organization that supports Nigeria in its agricultural development, through the implementation of several projects and programs, has introduced a new collaborative project with…

#Dunamis Testifier Deserves An Apology from the Church Leadership!

While I wouldn’t want to berate any Pastor or anybody for exercising his or her authority within his jurisdiction, I would still love to chime in my humble opinion about…

#Bobrisky’s Offence Should never Attract Custodial Measure!

First off, Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky’s lifestyle may be one that every Nigerian finds outlandish or ridiculous but one thing I would love to remind everyone is,…

#JuniorPope, Another Nollywood Actor bites the dust in a Mysterious Manner!

Junior Pope Odowondo, a popular Nollywood Actor based in Asaba has finally been confirmed dead following a boat mishap on the River Niger while shooting a movie scene, yesterday. Junior…

AAN Demands Immediate Reversal of Unwarranted Hike in Electricity Tariff in Nigeria!

“At Action Aid We Stand Ready to Mobilise Against Unjust Electricity Tariff Increase – AAN Country Director ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has demanded immediate reversal of the recent increase in the…

#MercyChinwo Saga: Children’s Rights Must Be Protected!

By Oladotun F Olumuyiwa As a social media enthusiast, I would like to begin by saying having a better understanding of how socials work is as important as the essence…

#Afamefuna – My Name Shall not Lost!

Having read a few not-so-good reviews of #Afamefuna the movie, before the Easter holidays. I decided to clear my doubts by binging on it to unwind for the Easter Break,…

Overcoming Halitosis!

One of the topics that I know everybody seems to trivialize or rather shy away from is Halitosis! Halitosis as simple as it may sound has caused several issues in…

“Selecting REMITA was based on Merit” – CBN

The Director of Banking Services, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Hamisu Abdullahi, highlighted the merit-based selection of Remita to provide an electronic platform essential for facilitating payments from Ministries, Departments,…

#GeremiNjitap: For Men Only! DNA and Malicious Intent of the Other Gender!

By Oladotun F. Olumuyiwa For starters, this opinion is strictly mine and mainly targeted at the men. However, if as a woman you stumble on it, it would only add…

#Erisco Foods: Why ‘Crucify’ Our Own??

By Dotun Roy One of the greatest disservices we Nigerians do to ourselves is the constant ‘crucification’ and victimisation of our home grown companies. We never really value nor celebrate…

THUMBS UP SHENANIGANS!

I remember I have raised this subject before and I would still raise it again! For the umpteenth times, responding with thumbs up emojis to a message or information sent…

“Ravaged Communities in the North West Constantly Decry Bandits’ Attacks with Impunity” – International Alert

Women and girls in the communities suffer sexual and gender based violence without justice Partially neglected in both the state and federal governments’ overall security plans Suffer recurrent human rights…

#AdaoraUmeoji: An Object of Envy not an Object of Pity!

There is a popular prayer, that says: “In life, may we become an object of envy, and not object of pity!” That is a simple way to describe the case…

ICEED, University of Nottingham deploy state-of-the-art evidences for household energy policy-making in Nigeria

Amidst Nigeria’s commitment towards providing lasting solutions to household energy crisis through the recently drafted National Clean Cooking Policy facilitated through key state actors in the country, stakeholders have further…

Bagudu Harps on Periodic Public Discourse in Fostering Economic policies, growth

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu has emphasized the vital role of societies and associations, such as the Nigerian Economic Society, in shaping national policies…

#IWD2024 Edition: 21st Century Ladies And NuDiTY!!

By Oladotun F Olumuyiwa Is it only me who finds some outfits too scanty and scandalous for women to wear or I’m just too old fashioned to complain?? My question…

“The government needs to go back to policy of electronic wallet system” -Adesina urges FG

President of the African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has urged the Federal government to consider reintroducing the electronic wallet system to tackle the food crisis. “The government needs to…

#BoxingReview: Let’s Talk about Brutal Knockout from Anthony Joshua to Francis Ngannou!

First off, I had thought my weekend would be ruined, If AJ should lose out again, considering the fact that the fight was fixed for Friday, but Alas! Anthony Joshua…

Tech meets Tradition: AI-Driven Fashion Designer Eunice Akirijan Stirs Waves in the UK!

Eunice Akirijan, a trailblazing fashion designer hails from Nigeria but currently based in the United Kingdom, is poised to shake up the fashion industry with her groundbreaking AI-powered design innovations.…

Quit Being a Sniffing A$$ on Whatsapp!

My guess has never been wrong about those sniffing ‘people’ who permanently turned off their read receipts on Whatsapp! Except for the few amongst them though, who are quite open-minded…

The Reasons Digitization in Financial Sector in Nigeria may suffer setbacks!

By Oladotun F. Olumuyiwa For some times now, the Nigeria lawmakers have raised an indicting case against Binance- a globally recognised, crypto platform. Since then, it has been all over…

Nigerian Lawmakers to issue arrest warrants for Binance executives after refusal to honour invite!

Nigerian lawmakers may issue arrest warrants for Binance executives following the refusal of Richard Teng, the Managing Director, to honor the invitation by a House of Representatives Committee session. Chairman…

Movie Review: Anikulapo- Rise of the Spectre!

It’s been awhile since I shared reviews of motion pictures but with this Anikulapo sequel on Netflix, I feel It’s important I chime in my views. Anikulapo: Rise of the…

MTN Nigeria Plc announces pre-tax loss of N177.8 billion!

MTN Nigeria Plc has announced a pre-tax loss of N177.8 billion, citing a significant foreign currency loss of N740 billion, a stark contrast to the previous year’s N518.8 billion profit,…

FG Approves the scrapping, consolidation of Agencies, Parastatals

In a new development, the Federal Executive Council has approved the Oronsaye Panel report. The report has been confirmed to impact various government agencies such as scrapping the Pension Transitional…

“1995 ‘Coup’: Farida Waziri mischaracterized my role” –Col Fadile

•Promises to tell it all in his new book; “Nine Lives…” Retired military officer and human rights lawyer, Col. Bello Fadile (Ph.D Law), has responded to the circulating extracts from…

Top 10 industries in Nigeria that made Highest International Investments in 2023!

The recent compilations and reports have revealed top 10 industries that garnered the highest amount of international investment in Nigeria in 2023. They are as follow: The Production/Manufacturing sector has…

Power Supply: Pre-Paid Meter Prices to spike up!

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is currently exploring the possibility of further increases the prices for prepaid meters. According to a reliable source, “The cost of prepaid meters is…

Breaking: Dantata Declares Support for Parliamentary System of Government in Nigeria!

Elder statesman and Billionaire, Alhaji Aminu Dantata has expressed his support for the shift towards a parliamentary system of government instead of a presidential system. Dantata made this known during…

Quit Being the Trigger!

The most difficult set of people to deal with are those who would never accept their faults! Even when it is crystal clear to everyone that they messed you up,…

CBN: Tinubu Appoints Five Board Directors, Urges Senate for thorough Assessment

President Tinubu has nominated five individuals to serve as Directors on the Board of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). He has also requested the Senate’s thorough assessment and approval.…

#AlexIwobi: Trolling Should be Punishable Under the Law!

One thing you can never take away from Nigerians is that propensity to express their disappointment in just about anything! And that has always been the ‘Naija way’ even ever…

CBN Corruption Allegations: Audit report reveals $4.5Bn missing from Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves between 2018 & 2019

A recent audit report from the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation (OAuGF), has revealed an amount totaling $4.5 billion cannot be explained in Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves during the…

GPBN Sends Heartfelt Condolences to Access Bank, Family of Herbert Wigwe

The Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria (GPBN) has sent a heartfelt condolences to the Access Bank PLC as well as the immediate Families of Group CEO, Access Holdings, Late…

Just In: “MTN, GLO resolve long time Debt Disagreement” – NCC

The previously existing debt disagreement concerning interconnectivity between MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and Globacom Limited has now been resolved. The collaboration between both companies took place during the 21-day extension…

Naira Woes: CBN Finds new Solution, Discovers $2.4bn False Forex Claims!

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has finally found a solution to Naira woes after discovering $2.4bn False Forex Claims. Governor of the CBN, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, said about $2.4…

#Grammy: African Artistes Deserve more categories for Better Recognition!

As a critic of arts, I do have some reservations about how the Grammy Awards Governing Council, Jury and Organisers tend to believe most African Afrobeats artistes must always be…

“Nigeria Customs Service fails to hit targeted 3.67Trn in 2023” – Comptroller General

The Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Bashir Adeniyi has said the total sum of N3.21 trillion generated in 2023, fell short of the N3.67 trillion target due to…

Plateau: The Mass Killing In Nigeria’s Middle Belt And Africa’s Neo-awakening

by Ebube George The attacks, mass extermination and displacement of the indigenous people of Bokkos, Plateau State is not far fetched as several rare earth mineral deposits found in those…

Attend First Ever All Females Ladies’ Night in Abuja!

The first ever all female Ladies Night sets to hold in Abuja on 25th January, at Gwarinpa Estate, Abuja. Thursday by 5pm. Speaking about the importance of this forthcoming Classy…

“Nigeria will fund its $1.9 trillion energy transition using fossil fuel revenues” – Minister of Petroleum

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has said that despite calls to jettison investment in fossil fuels, Nigeria will deploy the revenues from exploiting its…

#MosesBliss: Using Socials as Tools of Oppression!

Yesterday, Moses Bliss set internet ablaze with his eye popping proposal to his long time fiancee, congratulations to him, now here is my take: While I would say, proposing to…

Wike Moves to Tackle Insecurity headlong within FCT!

Federal Capital Territory, (FCT) Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike on Wednesday 17th January, commenced confidence-building visits to Area Councils in the territory, declaring that security agencies would henceforth make it hot…

“N21.04bn expended on Foreign Trips by 14 States” – Report

A report has surfaced revealing the amount expended by 14 states in Nigeria on Foreign trips alone. The report shows a whooping N21.04bn in total had been expended on foreign…

Empowering Rural Communities: The Crucial Role of a Reporting Protocol in Addressing GBV

By Mboto Gracious John Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue that affects individuals across the globe, transcending geographical boundaries and socioeconomic strata. In rural communities, where close-knit relationships and…

Why is NPF Scared Of “NO GREE FOR ANYBODY” Slogan?

I want to assume that something has suddenly jolted Nigerian Police Force (NPF) from their slumber that caused them to hastily ban the general use of the 2024 Slogan “No…

NIMC will begin Offsetting Two-Year Backlog of Payment To FEPs In Q1 2024 – DG says

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) intends to clear outstanding payment owed to its Front-End Partners(FEPs) for a period of 2 years within the first quarter of 2024. The New…

My Take On BBC Exposé On TB Joshua!

After seeing the first Episode, all I saw were some disgruntled founding members who felt short-changed or simply put, felt used and dumped and would stop at nothing to de-market…

…Better Feminist not Distortionist!

This is to all the so called ladies who have misconstrued the concept of “Feminism” for being overly independent and rude in their marriages. Recall I raised the dust in…

“No Increase in PMS Prices”, NNPC Ltd. Assures Nigerians

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd. has assured the public that there will be no imminent increase in the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.…

Degree Buying: FG Suspends Accreditation of Degree Certificates from Benin Republic, Togo!

The Federal Government has suspended the evaluation and accreditation of degree certificates from Benin Republic and Togo following reports of Nigerians using unethical methods to obtain degrees for job opportunities,…

FG Approves N100Bn Budget Allocation for School Feeding in 2024

President Tinubu has announced the 2024 budget’s approval, highlighting a N100 billion allocation for school feeding programs to boost attendance and combat malnutrition among students while emphasizing a focus on…

“Nigerians can now apply, complete passport application without human contact” – Minister of Interior

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has announced that the automation of passport application process in Nigeria will commence on January 8, 2024, enabling citizens to apply and complete the…

My Love and Life Reviews!

While I would say I have been vegetating for the most parts of this Yuletide holidays, I would also say I have used the “vegetating” mode to catch up on…

Former CBN Top official, Others Query over the Acquisition of Union Bank

Titan Trust Bank Chairman, Babatunde Lemo, along with shareholders Cornelius Vink and Raul Savara, has been invited by Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Special Investigator Jim Osayande Obazee regarding the…

“100,000 affordable housing units will be made available across the nation” – Minister of Housing

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Artificial Intelligence: EU Finalizes Landmark Legislation

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Nigeria seeks External loans to fund 2024 Annual Budget!

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Court sends Emefiele back to Remand!

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Parliamentary Staff promise support to legislative framework on clean cooking

Parliamentary staff members from the National Assembly, Abuja have pledged their unwavering support to any legislative framework aimed at promoting clean cooking solutions in Nigeria. This pledge comes as a…

Banking the Unbanked: A Dive into Financial Inclusion for rural Women, Girls By Fransica Chigozie Iweh

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Stakeholders rally support for mini-grids in Nigeria

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Nigerian Climate Change Activist, Babatunde Ismail to Ride Bicycle from Abuja to Lagos!

As a part of his advocacy agenda to mitigate the effects of Climate Change in Nigeria, Babatunde Ismail, a Nigerian Climate Change Activist has embarked on intercity cycling road trip…

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“No Tax Increments for Now” – Zach Adedeji

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PAN Loses Over N6Billion over CBN Cashless Policy!

The Poultry Association of Nigeria’s (PAN) FCT Chapter has reported a loss of N6 billion over CBN’s cashless policy, fuel subsidy removal, and various other factors. Hon. Musa Hakeem, the…

Kano State Conducted Mass Wedding of 3,600 men, women!

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Stakeholders Commit to Deepening the Clean Cooking Sector in Nigeria!

Stakeholders’ in Nigeria’s clean cooking sector have renewed their commitments to implementing various strategies to deepen the deployment and use of clean and improved cooking methods in the country. These…

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Nigerian Music Act, Risk boy releases a tribute single to his beloved late mother, who was fondly called “Mama Cecilia” He employs the services of Marklino, Lyrical Power, Strategy, Aves…

House of Reps to commence investigation of the state of pension funds!

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National Economic Council on Thursday said state governors would negotiate with the organised labour in their respective domains to avert the nationwide strike slated for Tuesday, 3rd October 2023. It…

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[Download] Zdon Paporrella drops hit single ‘Religion of Love”!

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Nollywood: Reviewing the #BlackBook!

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Wike to demolish 21 Embassies in Abuja, revokes 21 Plots of Land, 168 others

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has revoked 21 plots of land in Abuja’s Central Business District CBD.He has equally given 3-month grace to 21 embassies…

Mayor of Houston Texas endorses Fidelity Bank’s Trade Expo (FITCC)

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Hackaholics Digital Summit 2023: WEMA Bank launches Africa’s Largest Gathering of Innovators Disruptors,

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“20,000 megawatts of power generation is achievable in three years” – Minister of Power

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Chicago State University Confirms President Tinubu an Alumnus of the institution!

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A new dawn for Nigeria’s aviation sector as Airbus unveils its market forecast for Nigeria!

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Panic hits CBN, NIRSAL as President Tinubu orders fresh Investigation to commence!

There is panic and apprehension within the top hierarchy of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Nigerian Incentive Risk Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) as the…

NLC Draws Battle Lines with Nyesom Wike over Demolition!

Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has drawn a battle line with the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike over the demolitions in the capital city, Abuja. NLC president Comrade Joe…

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#PEPTJudgement: Tribunal Dismissed Petition of PDP&LP for Tinubu’s Qualifications

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Fidelity records Massive 204.4% growth in Profit Before Tax for the first half of 2023!

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SAN urges President Tinubu to Probe past Administration

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#NPower: “President Tinubu will pay N-Power beneficiaries” – Betta Edu

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FME, Zero Plastic Advocates harp on the need for legally binding treaty for implementation

Ahead of Intergovermental Negotiation Committee (INC) 3 event slated to hold later this year in Nairobi, Kenya, Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with Civil Groups such as GAIA Nigeria…

This Seaport in The Southeast, The Feasibility

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Wike Stop Cattle Grazing In FCT Now!

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TikTok: Media Experts, TikToker/Music Artiste Guchi shine at the First TikTok Media Workshop 

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“Nigeria scores 54% at Second JEE for International Health Regulations” – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) in its efforts to deliver on its mandate towards safeguarding the health of Nigerians against infectious diseases in line with International…

List of fake loan apps in Nigeria (Most dangerous List 2023)

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[Full List] New Ministers appointed, Bosun Tijani becomes Minister of Communications, Innovations &Digital Economy

Following the successful screening of the Ministerial nominees by the Senate in the last couple of weeks, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has finally appointed Bosun Tijani as the Minister of…

#IYD2023: “Nigerian Youths Decry Partial Neglect by Government” – Civil Groups

Civil Groups in Nigeria, African Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF), International Alert as well as International Organization for Migration (IOM) have said the critical needs of the Nigerian youth which include…

20,000 Nigerians Set for Digital Empowerment as Google Announces 1.2Billion Naira Initiative!

Google, through its philanthropic arm Google.org, has announced a N1.2 billion grant to “Mind the Gap”, launching an initiative that aims to equip 20,000 Nigerian women and youth with vital…

#2023Census: NPC Chairman Visits Chief of Army Staff

In continuation of the strategic engagement with key stakeholders for the upcoming Population and Housing Census, the Chairman of the National Population Commission, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, fnsa and his…

Police Harassment: Rights group raises alarm, alleges plot to arrest 3 Enugu journalists

Touched by a perceived plan to gag the press and stop the free flow of information in Enugu state, the Civil Rights Realisation and Advancement Network (CRRAN) has petitioned the…

Breaking: President Tinubu Dissolves the Boards of Parastatals, Agencies, Companies!

In a sudden turn of event, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken the bull by the horns in his move to dissolve the Boards of key Parastals, Agencies, Departments and…

FG, WEMA Bank Synergise to set up MSME Tech Hubs in 7 States in Nigeria

Targets 1 million youths, 500,000 MSMEs with grants, digital training The new administration has officially declared its plans to launch Micro Small/Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) line with the President Bola…

Niger revokes Military Agreement with France!

Following recent development that has turned the relationship between Niger and France, her former Colonial master sour, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Republic of Niger has…

#ImoState: Governor Uzodimma Calls For More Expansion of Security in the Rural Communities

The Imo State Governor, His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma has called for more security coverage in the rural areas of the State. Speaking while receiving the Assistant Inspector-General of…

List of New Ministerial Nominees released

Amidst fuel subsidy removal brouhaha across the nation, a list of new Ministerial Appointment Nominees has surfaced within digital space. According to the report, the list was submitted earlier by…

Tinubu’s Palliative Plan: Only Census Data Will Reveal Real Poor Nigerians

By Stanley O. Nwosu The announcement by the Federal Government and subsequent approval by the National Assembly of the request to share N500 billion palliatives to poor and vulnerable households…

#SubsidyRemoval: NEC Backs Planned Distribution of Grains, Fertilizers, commence on July 24

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#2023Census: NPC Will Treat Personal Information Confidential ~ Commissioner

The National Population Commission (NPC) has assured households that all their personal information which they would give to enumerators during the forthcoming population and housing census would be strictly confidential.…

Imo Guber 2023: NNPP candidate appoints Senator Iroegbu as DG of campaign

The Gubernatorial Candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Chief Uche Ben Odunzeh, has appointed Senator Jude Obianuju Iroegbu as the Director General (DG) of the ‘New Imo/Uche Ben…

2023 Election, the worst in Nigeria’s history – Cardinal Onaiyekan

•Highlights the potential for judicial intervention, urges proper scrutiny of presidential election results •Criticizes politics, religion for fostering divisions and violence Bishop Emeritus of the Archdiocese of Abuja, Cardinal John…

#2023Census: Immense Benefits of Population Census Outweigh Expenses — NPC

By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman The Federal Commissioner representing Cross River state on the board of the National Population Commission, NPC, Navy Capt. Charles Ogwa, has expressed the view that the…

[Full Text] President Tinubu Plans big for Speedy Economic Transformation!

On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu declared a national emergency on food security and identified measures to check food inflation and guarantee price stability. The president’s plans were conveyed in a…

Opinion: National Census, NPC and HURIWA’s blunder

By Chekwube Nzomiwu The Human Rights Writers Association (HURIWA) is one non-governmental organisation no longer taken seriously in Nigeria because of its frequent outrageous and juvenile interventions in public discourse.…

Civil Groups urge President Tinubu to disregard HURIWA’s call to scrap NPC

Two Civil Society Organisations, Save Nigeria Movement (SNM) and College of Bishops Imams and Clergy Councils (CBICC), have described the recent call by the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria…

#2023Census: President Tinubu Pledges Support for NPC, Calls for Data Integrity

President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja expressed his unwavering support for the National Population Commission (NPC) to conduct an accurate Population and Housing Census in the country.…

Breaking: FCTA announces diphtheria Outbreak in Abuja!

The Federal capital territory Administration (FCTA) on Monday announced that diphtheria, a serious and very contagious disease has broken out in Abuja. it has claimed one already The announcement was…

World Population Day 2023: “Achieving Gender Equality, remains a task that must be done” – NPC

The Chairman of National Population Commission (NPC), Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra has reiterated the Commission’s commitment towards achieving gender equality goal as one of the critical components of Sustainable Development…

#2023Census: The Journey So Far

By Stanley O. Nwosu As the National Population Commission gears up to conduct the first digital Population and Housing Census in Nigeria that will generate up-to-date and reliable data for…

#2023Census: “We await Presidential Nod” – NPC

Before the 2023 population and housing census was postponed or re-scheduled, the 2023 population and housing census was at its final stage, according to the Director, Public Affairs of the…

Women Radio 91.7 set to Host ReportHer Awards in Lagos!

Women Radio 91.7 has announced its plans to host the maiden edition of “The ReportHer Awards” a gender balanced awards in recognition of media organisations and journalists who report women…

Why Most Telecom Brands must embrace Pricing Transparency for Mobile Data Services

To further clear the air on why I called MTN out on my Socials, for the evident discrepancies and fraudulent activity in their Mobile Data services. All those who you…

“49,000 deaths registered in six months in 2023” – NPC

No fewer than 49,917 deaths have been registered with the National Population Commission this year. The figure is contained in an app called RapidSMS designed by the NPC. The RapidSMS…

#2023Census: “FG to Fix a New Date for the Commencement of Population Census” – NPC

The National Population Commission (NPC), has said a new date for the National Census was yet to be fixed but it would be done by the Federal Government. NPC said…

Impact of Private HealthCare in Any Society: How To Harness it

By Semiyu Olagolden Health care services are a basic need of all human beings due to the nature of our body and its physical structures. Preventive, curative, and maintenance of…

Breaking: President Tinubu Retires All Service Chiefs, Advisers, Comptroller General of Customs, Appoints New Ones

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police, Advisers, Comptroller-General of Customs from Service as well as their replacements…

#WED2023: Transcorp Hilton Hotels Reaffirms Commitment To Sustainable Environment

As part of activities of World Environmental Day, Transcorp Hotels Plc, the hospitality subsidiary of Transcorp Group, has reaffirms its commitment to provide sustainable environment. World Environment Day, is celebrated…

#FathersDay: Celebrating Fatherhood on this Special Day

By Senator Iroegbu Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible fathers out there! Today is a time to honor and appreciate the significant role we play in shaping the lives…

Senator SALISU celebrates Odeda LG Youth Leader, Timothy Odedina as he adds another year!

The Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District in Ogun state, Senator SHUAIB AFOLABI SALISU has joined other well-wishers to congratulate the Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in…

#2023Census: NPC shares breakdown of N200 billion Expenditure on forthcoming Census, to ensure transparency!

The National Population Commission (NPC) in response to series of unwarranted controversies trailing the N200 Billion expenditure on the preparatory activities for the 2023 Census, has shared details analysis of…

A Glimpse into the Tech Ecosystem: An Interview with Joshua Makinde

In our interview series for this Month, we have Joshua Makinde, a dynamic leader at the forefront of innovation in both the technology and social impact sectors. Currently serving as…

Breaking: President Tinubu Sacks Bawa, EFCC Chairman!

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the indefinite suspension from office of Mr. AbdulRasheed Bawa, CON, as the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to allow for proper…

#2023Census: 1 Million Workers Screened, Ready for Deployment – NPC

The Federal Commissioner representing Benue State at the National Population Commission, NPC, Mrs Patricia Kupchi, Tuesday disclosed that over one million workers have already been screened by the commission and…

#2023Census: FG to generate data for national planning

The Federal Government is to procure adequate data for national planning and development of the country through the successful conduct of the 2023 Population and Housing Census. The Federal Commissioner,…

King Abel Web Server Partners Kigali Bussiness Forum (KBF)

A Nigerian web and app developer, King Abel Web Server, has today announced its partnership with Kigali Business Forum (KBF), aimed at working with public and private sector organizations across…

#2023Census: NPC Chairman Attends 41st Inaugural Lecture of University of Abuja

The Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, fnsa, on Thursday attended the 41st Inaugural Lecture of the University of Abuja titled ‘The Paradox of Population…

#InaugurationDay: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gives his first inaugural speech in Abuja!

Today, May 29th, 2023, Nigeria’s newly democratically elected President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given his first inaugural speech to address his fellow citizens at the famous Eagle Square in Abuja,…

#MenstrualHygieneDay: HAFAI Launches a “Safe Place” for Internally Displaced Adolescent girls in Abuja

Health Aid for All Initiatives (HAFAI), a Not- Profit Organization working to empower and build capacity of adolescent girls and women in Nigeria has built a ‘Safe Place” for young…

#NigeriaAir: How Sirika Rented Aircraft For ‘Static Display’

By Ismail Adebanjo In his desperation to remove shame of failure and convince his principal, President Muhammadu Buhari, that he succeeded, Minister of Aviation, Alhaji Hadi Sirika, made a last…

#Census2023: NCS Vows to Support NPC in Conducting First Digital Population & Housing Census

A delegation from the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) led by its National President, Prof. Adesina Simon Sodiya, FNCS, paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the National Population Commission…

Eco Activists Advocate for effective adoption of Plastic Treaty in Nigeria!

A coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) working to create an environment that’s free from all sort of pollution has urged the Federal Government and its agencies working in environment…

#2023Census: NPC Chairman pays Courtesy Visit to Minister of Works & Housing for synergy

The National Population Commission, NPC has reiterated its commitment to conduct the nation’s first digital census, which he said will meet international standards and provide evidence-based data for national planning…

Two High School students win 2023 Nigeria-Stockholm Junior Water National Prize!

Two Secondary school students of Wesley Girls Senior Secondary School, Yaba Lagos, Abdulsalam Omotunde and Korole Elizabeth Boluwatife have emerged the winners of 2023 Nigeria-Stockholm Junior National Prize. The event…

FGN, AAN Launch Strategy Note of the DPGG to tackle Gender Issues in Nigeria

Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, Action Aid Nigeria (AAN), UN Women as well as other International Non-governmental Organisation (NGOs) and local NGOs working to address issues that negatively impact women…

Defense Lawyer Puts Prosecution in a Bind as Investigator Admits No Link Between Defendants

In a dramatic turn of events at the Special Offenders Court in Ikeja, in the case of one Mark Obisesan vs. the EFCC, the defense led by Chief Bolaji Ayorinde…

Abuja Humanist, Andy Missionary hits Golden Jubilee in Grand style!

It was a memorable moment for Abuja Humanist and youth advocate, Andrew “Andy Missionary” as his friends, families, colleagues, church members all came out en-mass to rejoice and celebrate with…

#2023Census: The Need to Participate Actively for #YouCountBeCounted

By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman It is undeniable that in an ever-evolving world, accurate data plays a crucial role in informed decision-making and sustainable development. As Nigeria continues its journey towards…

#2023Census: Confronting the challenges

By Eddie Onuzuruike The issue of census becomes very critical daily as it was done 17 years ago rendering all figures obsolete. Most disturbing is that it is an endless…

#2023Census: MINILS, NPC synergise to raise awareness about 2023 population census

The Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS), under the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment in collaboration with National Population Commission, held a sensitization workshop on the imperatives…

Media Practitioners, Brand Experts to Honour Mr Vast: Pharmacist/Philanthropist!

Media practitioners and brand experts under the auspices of Otota Oratory have hinted that Nigerian pharmacist and philantropist, Pharm. Christian Chukwuka Vastovers Emordi popularly referred to as Mr. Vast. Would…

Onyeali-Ikpe of Fidelity Bank, Olusanya of GTCO make top 10 on 2023 women CEOs!

Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director/CEO, Fidelity Bank Plc and Miriam Chidiebele Olusanya, Managing Director, Guaranty Trust Holding Company made the top 10 list at the third annual Africa.com Definitive List of…

Nigerian Lawyer writes Newly Crowned King Charles III over Ekweremadu’s incarceration!

A popular Nigerian Lawyer and activist, Kayode Ajulo has written a letter of clemency pleading with the newly crowned King Charles III of England to use his Royal prerogative of…

UK based Nigerian gives brilliant response to Ozekhome’s “Go To Court” Article!

A concerned Nigerian citizen based in the United Kingdom, Taye Stephen has done a brilliant article responding to the trending “Go to Court” Article by Mike Ozekhome, a popular legal…

Malala, CSOs Charge next Government on the need to uphold every child’s right to free, safe & quality education!

●There are still more than 20 million children in Nigeria who remain out of school; over 60 per cent of them are girls ●Amend legislation to make senior secondary education…

“Our Server was not hacked” – NPC

National Population Commission (NPC) has debunked the misleading and false information made by an uninformed staff of the Commission and Comptroller of Chanchaga LGA in Niger State, Mr. Sanusi Maigida…

Transcorp Hilton Abuja Sales Team clinches a Global Award!

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All you need to know about #2023Census in Nigeria!

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FG set to provide Nigerians with free Internet access!

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CEAMI launches #GoVote campaign for participation of People with disabilities in Nigeria’s elections

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Top 7 New Loan Apps with low interest for individuals, businesses in Nigeria!

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Stakeholders Validate the Draft of National Clean Cooking Policy in Abuja

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Social Action urges FG to prioritize addressing loss, damage of flooding, drought in Nigeria

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Fund Opportunity: Project Empower Business Accelerator Programme 2022 for Nigerian Entrepreneurs!

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Camerounians Attack Paul Biya, Kill Minister in France!

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Greater Tomorrow of Kuje emerges FCT winner of Atiku Unity Cup Flagship tournament!

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ECOWAS engages Nigeria’s political actors ahead of the 2023 elections

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NCDC, FMOH other stakeholders kick off the commemoration of WAAW 2022!

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AFV launches Films in Education media Literacy Campaign for Students!

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Ondo State First Lady, Betty Akeredolu to Speak At 2022 Lead Awards, Ondo Deputy Governor, Deji of Akure, Others To Attend

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A Lunch Date with Transcorp Hilton!

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Movie binge: Reviewing #ElesinOba (The King’s Horseman)

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Transcorp Hilton Trains Youth On Career Development!

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Make working from home work for you!

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Dress Code: University isn’t A Secondary School!

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Download/Stream hit track by Strategy – High Spirit

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Transcorp Hilton Wins Prestigious 2022 World Travel Award!

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#YouthSoccer: Atiku Unity Cup Kicks Off November 6!

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Food Expert, Organic Champions Charge Nigerians on Healthy Alternatives to Poisonous Diets!

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Show of Shame at our Airports!

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Oscars Nomination Committee, My foot!

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Business of Education Summit 2022 to host over 1000 education leaders in Nigeria!

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#October1: GPBN Joins Nigerians to celebrate 62nd Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary!

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[Listen/Download] Baddest Hit Single “Loaded” by Tiwa Savage Ft. Asake

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Why Hurting Yourself Over a Cheat?

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[Download] Urgent 2k! Hit Single by KJB Remilex

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Project Lead Africa Announces 2022 Leadership Excellence & Dignity Awards, Tagged “Rewarding Tenacity”

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AAN, WACOL, others Demand justice for the brutalised Police officer assaulted by Late MKO Abiola’s wife!

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NCC prioritises Submissions of A4AI, MTN on Consumer Code of Practice Regulations!

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Lagos ADC Guber Candidate, Funsho Doherty announces Rosemary Giwa-Amu as his running mate!

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Register to attend #AFRIFIN, Tech Event that bridges gap with Africa, this September!

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FG plans to scale up gas export to Europe 2022!

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FG Suspends 5% Excise Duty on telecom services, Inaugurates Committee to Review Policy

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#FundBlackFounders: 60 African Startups to receive a share of $4million #GoogleforStartups Support!

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LoveWorld’s Rhapsody of Realities becomes Most Translated Publication In the World!

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Pocket App: A banking app that also helps you buy and sell securely

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Nigerian power generation companies owed N1.75 trillion since 2013

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ASUU Declines N10,000 Varsity Support Levy By Parents

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Is Nigeria working for you?

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs recruits Nigerians as Lecturers in the Caribbean, other African nations

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The Coca-Cola Foundation, WaterAid bring life-transforming water & hygiene to four communities in Borno State!

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Fresh Cookie Lab pioneers sexual wellness awareness for all Nigerian women!

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Nigerian Playwright, Biyi Bandele passes on at 54!

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#HealingStreamsGrandfinale: Pastor Chris Prays For Families on Final Day Of Healing Services

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FG insists on imposing 5% Telecoms tax on calls, text, data, despite warnings from experts!

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May Nigeria not happen to us!

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Higher Crude Oil Prices Boost Nigeria’s Oil &Gas stock, reveals top 5 stocks

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“We shall end ASUU Strike soon” – FG

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Renmoney: Loan App Awful, Keeps Crashing — Customers Share Frustrating Experiences

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NCDC on High Alert after two cases of Marburg Virus Disease Detected in Ghana

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Breaking: Nollywood Actress, Ada Ameh is Dead!

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Anthonia Ekpa, Farah, Balami, Njoku honour with 2022 Transport Personality Awards!

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Aregbesola US Viral Video: You Don’t Disrespect Elders from Your Country Because You live Abroad!

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Why #Babaijesha Should be Treated Behind Bars!

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A4AI Nigeria: “Internet Connectivity now a necessity, not just a luxury for socializing” – Isa Patami, Minister of Communications

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Founder, Editor of CKNews bags Law Degree in Grand Style!

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Uzodimma grants 10 days amnesty to bandits in Imo or face bombardment!

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#FuelScarcity: Oil Marketers Kick Against NNPC’s Monopoly

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Uzodimma Inaugurates new members to the boards of two tertiary institutions in Imo State

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#RoughYear: Netflix to lay off 300 employees!

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INEC succumbs, Extends Voter’s Registration Deadline by 60 Days!

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Nigeria on the road to Sudan…….

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YOLPIN takes Voter’s Card Awareness to the Streets, urges all Nigerians to get one!

On Saturday the 4th of June, young people trooped to the streets of Abuja the FCT, for massive Voter’s Card Awareness Roadshow. The Sensitization Campaign which took place across major…

CKN, Others Celebrated at the Lead City University Annual Poise Award!

The Adline Hall of Lead City University Ibadan was a beehive of activities on Thursday 26th April 2022 when the University rolled out the red carpet to honour this year’s…

#ChildrensDay2022: GPBN Celebrates Nigerian Kids, Others Across The Globe!

The Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria- GPBN, congratulates Nigerian children, and kids across the globe, on the occasion of the 2022 Children’s Day celebration. In a Press Release by…

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Ethiopia becomes 3rd African Country to Launch 5G!

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Murder in the College: “Education Should be a Refiner” – Omole Babatunde

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We FM Radio Abuja Takes the Fight Against Misinformation to another level with “Bloggers’ Hangout Show every Thursday!

One of the leading Broadcasting Stations in Nigeria, WeFm 106.3 Abuja in its determination to support the fight against fake news and disinformation in Nigeria has introduced “Bloggers’ Hangout Show…

Death of #Deborah: HATE OR BLASPHEMY?

Taking an innocent life under the guise of BLASPHEMY may seem right to the perpetrators but it can never be right before God and even under the law governing the…

#Mayday: GPBN Salautes Workers Worldwide on the Celebration of Workers’ Day

The Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria (GPBN), an umbrella body of bloggers making a difference in the blogging industry felicitates with workers all over the world especially in Nigeria…

FG opens dialogue With Terrorists Who attacked Abuja-Kaduna Train

The Federal Government has begun talks with terrorists who killed nine passengers and abducted about 70 others during an attack on Abuja-Kaduna train. Relatives of the kidnapped victims disclosed this…

Elon Musk offers to become the owner of Twitter for $54.20 per share!

A recent report discloses that Elon Musk has made an offer to buy Twitter outrightly. The report further reveals that a new filing to SEC shows that the South African…

EU to strengthen partnership with Nigeria for Enhanced Gas Supply

European Union (EU) ambassadors in Nigeria, yesterday paid a courtesy call on the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd, calling for enhanced partnership with Nigeria in the…

APC Chairman, Abdullahi Adamu resigns from the Senate!

Senator Abdullahi Adamu representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District has resigned from the Senate. He sent in his resignation letter following his election as the National Chairman of the ruling All…

Popular Blogger, Cobbler, Bodex inducted to become Senior Professional of IIM Africa!

For a preferred description, Florence ‘Bodex’ Hungbo, Lead Consultant and Group Managing Director of Bodex Media is a misunderstood personality. More reason many believes her astronomic rise in the aspect…

#Osun2022: “De-Registration of our Party, ADC shows INEC is bias, tries to bully us to silence” – ADC Chairman fumes

Nigeria’s electoral umpire has been condemned for de-registering the African Democratic Congress for flying a 33-year-old deputy governorship candidate ahead of the Osun election. The chairman of the ADC said…

IGP Cautions Police Officers on Planned Strike

Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Alkali Baba Usman, yesterday, cautioned officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) planning to embark on strike to stop or be ready to face…

ActionAid BOT recommend drastic interventions after reviewing the current state of the nation!

ActionAid Nigeria Board of Trustees has urged Federal Government to be proactive regarding whatever intervention that may be necessary in order to salvage the current situation in the country. The…

CS-SUNN supports Lagos SCFN to domesticate the NCFN ToR

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ActionAid urges Nigerian lawmakers to have a rethink on Gender Bill!

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China lifts restrictions on Russian wheat imports

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PMB assents 2022 Electoral Act Amendment Bill Into Law

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Senate Passes Bill Sponsored By Senator Uba Sani

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Senate Committee on Banking screens NDIC Presidential Nominee

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GPBN Backs House of Reps’ Moves Against Ritual Killings in Nigeria

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The Menace of Godfatherism in the Nigerian politics

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Nigeria to Incur N4.7trn on Debt Servicing in 2022!

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Senator Sani Uba celebrates Nigeria’s Senate President, Ahmad Lawan at 63!

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Electoral Bill,1999 Constitution Review Will Top NASS Agenda this January 2022 – Lawan

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AIEC Frontier: Africa’s Places In An Asset Driven Globalised Tokenization Paradigm

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Uzodimma Harps on the need to combat criminality in Imo State in 2022

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Senator Uba Sani shares goodwill messages for the New Year 2022!

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Lagos State rakes N1billion IGR from Agriculture in 2021!

The Lagos State Government has generated over N1billion as Internally Generated Revenue, IGR in 2021, alone amidst COVID-19 pandemic challenges. The state Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms Abisola Olusanya, who made…

Gov Hope Uzodimma Unveils New Jersey for Heartland FC, Vows Government Continual Support

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Ikoyi marriage registry saga: what the law really says in this matter

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Senator Uba Sani representing Kaduna Central Senatorial zone has urged Federal Government through the security agencies in the country to fish out and prosecute the killers of member of the…

AAN, Oxfam host 3rd ECOWAS Agriculture Budget Summit in Abuja!

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) in collaboration with other partners such as Oxfam, Trust Africa, ONE, CAADP Non-State Actors Coalition (CNC) and the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has hosted…

Senator Uba Sani receives commendation for developmental strides in Kaduna Central

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BRW marks five years of commitment to Rights Advocacy in Africa!

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WaterAid Nigeria Staff, Blessing Oluwatosin buried amidst tears in Abuja

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FG Critiques IMF’s 2.7% Economic Growth Projection

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Lagos set to Provide 20hrs Power Supply To Residents

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Nigeria expended $4.5bn On Fuel Subsidy in 2021- World Bank

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#Racism: How FCDO racially discriminates against black senior civil servant, denies her justice!

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AAN inaugurates “Innovation Week” to drive efficiency in development work in Nigeria

ActionAid Nigeria, (AAN) an international non-governmental organisation for social justice has inaugurated an “Innovation Week” to promote and enhance creativity and innovations for efficiency as well as effectiveness amongst the…

Gov Zulum gives N.5 Billion to departing IDPs in Bakassi Camp, rules out forceful relocation amid IOM

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Popular Journalist, CKN celebrates Daughter as she graduates top of her class!

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AfriLaw Harps on the need to push for Private Security Governance Bill in Nigeria!

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Myrent.ng: Revolutionizing Rent Payment in Nigeria!

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#TordueSalem: Suswam tasks Nigerian security Operatives on missing Journalist

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MHEI sets to kick off Adolescent Mental Health Capacity Building in FCT!

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#HealingStreams: Live Healing Services With Pastor Chris Commences Today!

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NRC Resumes Cargo Movements From Lagos To Kano Ports

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ISOPADEC Distributes Relief Materials to affected Families of Izombe Community

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Nigeria Plans Big toward developing Clean Cooking Policy!

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#PandoraPapers: ActionAid calls for urgent need to stamp out tax avoidance by wealthy, political elite

As the Pandora Papers reveal yet again the extensive use of tax havens and tax secrecy by the economic and political elite, ActionAid has called on governments to step up…

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Imo State: Exercise Golden Dawn flagged off by Governor Hope Uzodimma

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Vacancy: Search For Executive Secretary at Civil Society – Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria!

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DRAC moves to scale up Advocacy on Disability Data, Assistive Technology

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On the Path of Peace & Security: Gov. Uzodimma Inaugurates a 6-Man Judicial Commitee

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FG to launch 5G Network across Nigeria in January 2022!

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#Covid19: UNDP, Government of Japan donate Ambulances to the NCDC to enhance response efforts in Nigeria

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“Private Sector, Civil Society must Synergise to create a safe place for business and human rights – Global Rights

Global Rights has through its Annual National Business and Human Rights Roundtable passed a strong message to the actors in both Private sector and Civil Society space to synergise so…

Imo State: How the realisation of 3R causing speedy infrastructural transformation

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Civil Group commends Kano State Government’s effort towards improving social Protection

A Civil Society Group drawn from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, working under the umbrella of the National Social Protection Forum (NSPF) has commended the…

Gov. Uzodinma Inaugurates the Implementation Committee of Whitepaper On Lands & Related Matters

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Quick Loan Arena, first exclusive loan review blog launched in Nigeria

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#ForexBan: Banks Threaten To Release the List of Defaulting Customers

The identities of defaulters who circumvent the Central Bank of Nigeria’s policy on Foreign Exchange will be published, banks have notified their customers. Recall that CBN recently directed all commercial…

“New policy will force Foreigners to Activate SIM Every Six Months – NCC

Foreigners exempted from enrolling for the National Identity Number will have to request for Subscriber Identity Module activation every six months up to a period of two years. The Nigerian…

Nigeria marks #WorldFieldEpidemiologyDay first time ever!

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“Hike in Cooking Gas Price Reaches Highest In Two Years” – NBS

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YouthWASH urges Nigerians to be proactive in Combating Open Defecation Menace

A non-profit organisation, Youth Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Initiative Africa (YOUTHWASH), has called on every individual, the young people especially, to rise to the responsibility of fighting the menace of…

#Lassafever: CEPI receives Zalgen’s Contract to Provide Test Kits for Largest Lassa Study in West Africa!

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GPBN mourns demise of Member, Bolaji Esan

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Stakeholders demand constitutional timelines for budget, fiscal act amendment

Stakeholders have called on the National Assembly to ensure that there are definitive timelines for passage of and assent to the annual budget in order to ensure fiscal certainty and…

NIN to become mandatory for all WAEC candidates from 2022!

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FG may sever ties with #Indonesia Over Assault on Diplomat, Seeks Sanctions

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Global Rights launches a Policy Brief on Climate-Smart Mining in Nigeria, premieres “Footprints”

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Cholera Outbreak: NCDC calls for improved Water Sanitation & Hygiene sector in Nigeria

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) – an organization currently leading the national response to an outbreak of cholera across states in Nigeria has called on state actors to…

MUM, NPHCDA Synergise to scale up sensitization on Covid19 Vaccination

The Community Mobilization Department of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the Mother United and Mobilized (MUM) – a Coalition of Nigerian women in Nigeria and the…

FEC approves $11.17bn for Lagos -Calabar coastal rail

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HEINEKEN Africa, WaterAid roll out second phase of Scale-Up Hygiene project in the fight against COVID-19

The Heineken Foundation Africa has extended its partnership with WaterAid to support the second phase of the Scale-Up Hygiene project initially launched by WaterAid Nigeria last year as part of…

“Women lead as Anambra lawmakers post 141 Bills, Jigawa 22 in 2 Years of the 9th NASS” – OrderPaper Nigeria

Female lawmakers from Anambra lead the pack in terms of sponsorship as the State posted a total of 141 bills in the first two years of the 9th National Assembly.…

FG, USAID Momentum Synergise to stamp out all forms of Gender Based Violence in Nigeria!

Federal Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched USAID Momentum Country and Global Leadership Project to turn the tide of Gender…

FG Cuts Domestic Base Price of Gas To $2.18!

The Federal Government has announced immediate reduction in domestic base price of natural gas to power plant producers from $2.50 cent to $2.18 cent per standard cubic feet (scuf). Minister…

Nigeria receives warning from IMF Against the Launch of Digital Currency

International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned Nigeria and other countries on the danger of adopting crypto assets as a national currency. The IMF warning followed plans by Nigeria to launch…

Largest ever Lassa fever study expands to more countries in West Africa!

The largest ever study created and funded by the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to provide a more accurate assessment of the incidence of Lassa fever infections, has launched…

Boko Haram: Borno Governor, Zulum inducts, empowers 1,000 hunters to secure farmers

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum on Thursday chaired the induction and empowerment of 1,000 hunters freshly engaged to join existing ones in the ongoing fight against Boko Haram. The…

CDD Awarded Macarthur Funds to advance Public Health equity, Covid 19 mitigation

Centre for Democracy and Development has been awarded a grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation for its work to accelerate COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Nigeria by…

Celebrating the best of the Best! Congratulations Rinre Jonah as you are called to Nigerian Bar!

By Godwin Umoren Rinre Jonah Wachap, on this day, I celebrate your success and achievements as you join the league of Legal Luminaries of the most populous black nation in…

Dubai sets to make its own rain!

The United Arab Emirates is creating its own rain using drones that fly into clouds and unleash electrical charges to beat the sweltering 50 degrees Celsius heat. The rain is…

Nigeria’s Debt Profile: Senate Okays New $8.32bn External Loan!

The Senate, yesterday, approved President Muhammadu Buhari’s request for ongoing external loans to the tune of $8,325,526,537 and €490,000,000 (Euros) under the 2018-2020 External Borrowing (Rolling) Plan. The approval followed…

Electoral Act: House Passes Bill, empowers INEC on Manual, Electronic Transmission

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Jiji merges operations with Car45 to improve users’ satisfaction across Africa!

Jiji, the largest online marketplace in Africa, has reached an agreement to merge operations with the leading used car sales platform Cars45, creating a new and leading pan-African car buying…

“Developing economies to be boosted by making clean water, decent toilets, hygiene available for all” – WaterAid report

A new report from international aid agency, WaterAid has revealed that developing country economies would be boosted by trillions of dollars over the next two decades if clean water, toilets…

FG to Develop Clean Cooking Policy For Nigeria!

Representatives of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the cooking energy sector have agreed to develop a clean cooking policy to promote clean cooking in Nigeria. This is the outcome…

Win a Share of ₦250 Million – betBonanza Drops & Wins Promo

betbonanza, Nigeria’s top gaming brand has joined forces with Pragmatic Play to give Casino customers a chance of winning amazing cash prizes in the ₦250 Million Naira Drops & Wins…

Kenya High commission debunks allegations of Kenya’s involvement in IPOB leader’s extradition

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Premiere Academy Lugbe, Abuja breaks silence amidst controversies trailing the death of a Student

Following several controversies and rumours trailing the death of Keren Akpagher, a JSS 2 student of Premiere Academy Lugbe Abuja who allegedly died due to yet to be identified complications,…

CSOs, Media practitioners renew commitment towards improved access to quality education

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Senate, House of Reps pass PIB into law, Host communities get 3% allocations from IOCs

The Senate has finally passed the much talked about Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) after several years of campaigns and agitations from different stakeholders. The bill has been in the works…

LASG Office Of Civic Engagement Sensitizes Residents on The Hazards Of #OpenDefecation

The Lagos State Government Ministry of Civic Engagement led by The Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Civic Engagement, Princess Aderemi Adebowale sensitizes Lagos residents on the…

The Missing Link in the Restructure Nigeria Arguement

By Vincent Otuedon While we advocate unequivocally for restructuring as the only way out of national catastrophe, it is most disheartening that many, among others, are clamouring for restructuring out…

“#BSMH is about creating more awareness on the positive use of Social media” – Convener, Florence Hungbo

At a time when the Nigerian government’s ban of Twitter and decision to prosecute those who continue using the platform has continued to cause uproar in the country, the 2nd…

NCDC commissions FMC in Kastina, fifth treatment centre in less than one year!

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has established an infectious diseasetreatment centre at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Katsina State. This is part of the agency’s support to strengthen…

#TwitterBan: ‘No going back on Social Media Regulation in Nigeria! – FGN

Nigeria’s Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has reaffirmed the government’s stance on regulating social media in the country. He disclosed this at the House of Representatives during a…

Fighting Champion, Kamaru Usman, touches the lives of 1000 Indigent Kids in Lagos

As he enjoys his visit in the state, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Welterweight Champion, Kamaru Usman, has supported indigent Nigerian families by distributing food items to 1000 vulnerable children. One…

Unsung Heroes of #June12: Four teenagers who sought justice ‘for MKO Abiola’

Even after 28 Years of annulment of June 12 Elections in Nigeria, several unsung and forgotten heroes amongst the youth whom out of bravery went out of their ways to…

Bloggers’ Guild express deep concerns on Twitter Ban, Freedom of expression in Nigeria

Amidst the recent Twitter ban by Federal Government of Nigeria, The Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria (GPBN) has expressed deep concerns on the negative impact of shutting down such…

When Tyranny Becomes the Order of the Day, Democracy loses its meaning! By Dotun Roy

We are gradually getting to a level where, our dear Naija is becoming ‘bad market’ for her citizens. Yes, bad market! To be a citizen of this “entrapment” called Nigeria…

“The Suspension of Twitter is in Violation Of Freedom Of Information Act” – Femi Falana

Nigeria’s foremost Human Rights Lawyer and a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana has said the suspension of Twitter’s operations in Nigeria as declared by the Federal Government is in…

Lagos sets to introduce new Cycling Laws to encourage cycling!

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority has said the Non-Motorised Transport policy will soon be enacted into the Lagos transport law. This was made known on Thursday by the Deputy…

Kidnap Alert: 2 year old, David Edet is missing!

Reports reaching us from Uyo this evening has declared this 2 year old boy called David Edet missing! He was last seen with the mother in a commercial Tricycle heading…

WaterAid, National Water Resources Institute synergise to deliver sustainable total sanitation in Nigeria!

A Press statement signed and issued by WaterAid Nigeria, yesterday, has revealed that the Organisation has signed an Memorandum of Understanding with the National Water Resources Institute (NWRI) towards achieving…

Covid 19: Primary Healthcare Centres in Nigeria to receive massive supply of PPE by the FGN!

As part of the continued response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Ministry of Health through its agencies, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the Nigeria Centre…

Idris Aregbe, Surulere Chairmanship Aspirant breaks silence after the botched APC Primaries!

Surulere Chairmanship Candidate, Idris Aregbe has finally issued a statement to address the APC Primaries that was cancelled on Saturday in Lagos as a result of chaos and violence masterminded…

#MenstrualHygieneDay2021: “FGN must galvanise action to advance gender equality, global health” – WaterAid

In commemoration of Menstrual Hygiene Day 2021, WaterAid has joined a team of experts from around the world to establish a definition of menstrual health that comprehensively addresses the needs…

The Cloak that Covers the Inner Struggles! by Dotun Roy

Most times, people don’t just get killed in a reckless abandon driving, there is always a trigger! Something deep down – beneath the surface that many cannot see. And If…

RE: Every Nigerian Has The Freedom of Movement by Otuedon Vincent

The Attorney General of Federation (AGF) Malami (SAN) misquoted, misdirected and misapplied the law when he said the constitution guaranteed the right of every Nigerian to move freely in any…

Chief of Army Staff, General Attahiru, other Military officers die in Plane Crash!

The Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, General Attahiru alongside his aides and entourage has reportedly lost their lives in a plane crash yesterday. A Military source disclosed that the late…

“There won’t be fuel price increment anytime soon” – Timipre Slyva

Contrary to several unconfirmed reports making the round regarding the resolution of the Nigeria Governors Forum to increase the pump price of petrol to N384, the Federal Government (FG) on…

#Covid19: Nigeria receives 100,000 vaccine doses as donations from India

The Nigerian government has received 100,000 doses of Covishield COVID-19 vaccines from India. This will boost the number of Nigerians to be vaccinated by about 50,000, the Chairman of the…

‘Nigeria’s crude oil slips by 10.25% in 2020’, NNPC’s data reveals

Nigeria’s total crude oil and condensate production from January to October 2020 fell by 10.25 percent when compared to similar period in 2019, latest data from the Nigerian National Petroleum…

UBEC, Forum of DSM elect new officials as Kabiru Aliyu emerges as Dean of DSM!

Forum of Directors of Social Mobilization (DSM) in collaboration with Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has officially elected Mr Kabiru Aliyu as the new Dean, Director of Social Mobilization as…

#WWD21: “We must make effort to conserve, protect our water sources to minimize water pollution’ – Lynda Elesa, NIEE Abuja Chapter

World Water Day is about taking generic and specific actions to tackle the global water crisis thus, achieving Sustainable Development. This year’s theme is, ‘valuing water’. – Engr Lynda Elesa,…

CSO Condemns Killing of Three Voters at Ekiti bye-election, Calls for Prosecution of Culprits

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa), an international civil society organization has expressed dismay by the killings and violent disruption of the conduct of Saturday, March 20, 2021…

Two-thirds of Africans will accept to be vaccinated against COVID-19, Africa CDC survey reveals

A recent survey conducted by Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) in collaboration with Partnership for Evidence- Based Response to Covid-19 (PERC) Consortium has revealed that only…

To deliver on democratic promises, LG administration must be fixed — Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila

“The local government administrations in Nigeria are the closest to the people. They should be responsible for making decisions and providing services that ensure the quality of life for the…

#WWD2021: “Climate change threatens water access for world’s poorest”, says WaterAid

WaterAid, an international Organization supporting the provision of clean and potable water to the marginalised communities across the globe has said the impact of climate change on people’s water supplies…

Senate President applauds Zulum’s Leadership, as FG graduates 269 soil doctors extension workers in Borno

Borno Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum on Monday hosted in Maiduguri, the graduation ceremony of about 269 soil doctors and extension workers. Graduates selected from across the 27 local government areas…

How the APC Led Government of Nigeria is leading the Nation into Anarchy – Otuedon Vincent

Why is the President’s shoot at sight order limited to AK 47? What our laws prohibit is illegal possession of firearm and the threat of our State today, is flood…

OrderPaper calls on FGN to fix corruption in petrol importation, distribution

Amidst flip-flopping position of the federal government on the petrol pricing and attendant negative hit on citizens, OrderPaper Advocacy Initiative has called on the authorities to fix corruption and general…

Telcos move to end USSD Services To Banks Over N42b Debt

Telecom operators in Nigeria on Friday announced that they will stop the use of Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) by banks and other financial institutions in the country by Monday.…

Facebook introduces “Instagram Lite” android app that takes up just 2MB in 170 countries!

Growth for Facebook is coming from the developing world, and so the social network today made another key move to cater better to consumers in those countries. After nearly three…

“There is need for Universal Desk for Women, Girls With Disabilities in all Medical Centers in Nigeria” – DRAC urges FGN

Disability Rights Advocacy Centre (DRAC) has urged Federal Government of Nigeria and other relevant authorities to ensure that appropriate structures such as Universal Desk for Women/Persons With Disabilities (W/PWDs) in…

#IWD2021: AAN urges governments to incorporate “Care” at the center of re-organizing the economy, society

ActionAid Nigeria, a social justice non-governmental organization working to promote women’s rights, combat poverty and all forms of injustice in Nigeria has called upon the Nigerian government and all government…

Popular Blogger, Doris Kamuche ‘AdaIgbo’ laid to rest amidst tears

It was a sad moment at Ukwulu, Dunukofia local government in Anambra state when family, friends and colleagues converged to bid farewell to a renowned Nigerian blogger, Ada Doris Kamuche…

“Nigeria loses whooping $10bn to illicit financial flow” – ICPC

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says Nigeria accounts for 20 per cent or 10 billion dollars (N3.8 trillion) of the estimated 50 billion dollars that…

“21 million Nigerians benefited from 7-month hygiene promotion projects in marginalized communities – WaterAid

WaterAid Nigeria has said 21 million people across six states get support to protect themselves against COVID-19 and other infectious diseases through a seven month hygiene promotion projects in selected…

#Covid19: Joe Biden vows to make available enough vaccines for all US adult citizens by May!

The US will have enough coronavirus vaccines for every adult by the end of May, President Joe Biden has said. This will be two months earlier than previously expected, but…

#FuelScarcity: Abuja, Niger residents groan over hike in transport fares!

Petrol scarcity in Abuja, Nasarawa and Niger states has triggered a 100 per cent hike in transport fares in many locations of those areas. Also, hundreds of black marketers of…

NCDC celebrates teamwork, public support as first Covid 19 response hits 365 days!

Exactly one year ago, on the 27th of February 2020, Nigeria detected her first case of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). This was the first reported case in Sub-Saharan Africa.…

Biden unveils plans for 11 million undocumented immigrants to become US citizens!

Democrats unveiled legislation Thursday for President Joe Biden’s plan to create a path to citizenship for 11 million undocumented immigrants, saying there is no justification for denying them a permanent…

Ebola Outbreak in Guinea: NCDC disseminates Public Health Advisory on its prevention!

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has disseminated public health advisory to the Nigerians on Ebola outbreak prevention following the declaration of an Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in…

GSS Kagara: CSO demands unconditional release of Abducted students, urges FG to declare state of emergency on insecurity

A civil society Organization in Nigeria, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) on Wednesday, February 17th, 2021, called for the unconditional release of the students abducted from Government Secondary…

40-Years-Old Abdulrasheed Bawa appointed to Head EFCC

The President, Muhammadu Buhari, has nominated Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa as the substantive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), subject to confirmation by the Senate. The Special Adviser…

Prophetess Rose Kelvin a.k.a Mummy Rose Donates Cash, Food items to Widows, Orphans, debunks Political Ambition Rumours

Prophetess Rose Kelvin popularly known as Mummy Rose, the Founder of ‘Unveiling The Veiled’ Ministry – an end time Prophetic and deliverance ministry based in Abuja, FCT has reached out…

Education: LASG to build more schools to reduce percentage of out-of-School Children

In a bid to reduce the rate of out-of-school children, Lagos State Government has expressed its readiness to build more schools. The State Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo disclosed…

‘Don’t force African nations to choose between superpowers’ – CDD Director Idayat Hassan tells Biden

The Director of the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), Idayat Hassan, on Friday, February 12, warned the Joe Biden and Kamala Harris administration to desist from forcing African countries…

NCDC Donates Infectious Disease Care Centre, Laboratory to Taraba State to Strengthen Health Security

In line with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control’s (NCDC) mandate to support states in strengthening health security, the agency has established and equipped an InfectiousDisease Care Centre (IDCC) and…

GPBN Mourns the sudden death Of Its Member, Doris Adaora Kamuche (Ada Igbo)

The Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria (GPBN) has expressed its shock over the death of one of its members, Doris Adaora Kamuche. Kamuche, the Editor of Adaigbo Blog passed…

Civil Group urge the public to disregard rumour about the execution of 6 Igbos, says it’s all fake news

A civil group called the Joint National Action Civil Society Coalition has urged the general public to disregard the unfounded rumour about six Igbo Christians who were unjustly executed within…

$500m: “Publish all Documents for the Electricity Projects for the Public” SERAP urges World Bank

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the World Bank President Mr David Malpass “to exercise the Bank’s prerogative to release archival records and documents relating to spending on…

Global Rights Commends Kano High Court For discharging the case against a minor!

Global Rights has applauded the move by the Kano High Court (Appeal Division) to acquit and discharge the case against 13-year-old minor, Master Umar Farouq, who had previously been sentenced…

Host Communities factions went physical at the PIB Public Hearing, Demand 10% Equity Shareholding

There was pandemonium at the recent Public Hearing of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) organised by the National Assembly when two factions of Host communities (HOSTCOM) went physical with one another…

NIEE Abuja Chapter holds Public Lecture, as Lynda Elesa becomes 6th Chairman!

The Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (NIEE, Abuja Chapter), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers has held a Public Lecture and Investiture Ceremony for Engr. Linda Bitrus Elesa…

International World Education Day: “Increase Allocation for Education to 15% – 20% of Public Expenditure” ActionAid urges FGN

In commemoration of the 2021 International Education Day, ActionAid Nigeria and other campaigners has urged Federal Government of Nigeria to revise and increase allocation for Education to 15% – 20%…

UN Envoy applauds Gov. Zulum’s Outstanding Performance, says his reputation preceeds him

The United Nations under Secretary-General for Safety and Security, Mr. Gilles Michaud was in Maiduguri, Borno State on Tuesday, for on the spot humanitarian needs assessment, and to meet the…

Become the Next Face of Niger Delta Cultural Pageant, as entries for 2021 edition begins! See how to participate

Face of Niger Delta Cultural Pageant (FONDCUP) has formally announced entries from contestants for its 2021 rebranded edition. FONDCUP, a cultural pageant organized by LizGold Global International Ltd., in partnership…

FCMB prioritises SMEs, extends financial support to over 15,000 women

First City Monument Bank, a foremost financial services provider in Nigeria, has continue her aggressive drive and support for the Small and Medium Enterprises sector in the country. The bank,…

Lagos plans to secure N193.5bn loan to Partially Fund Its 2021 Budget

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to raise N193.5 billion through domestic and international loans, to partially fund its N1.164 trillion budget in 2021. The city’s Commissioner for Economic…

Civil Group in Africa condemns Internet Shutdown in Uganda before Elections

Paradigm Initiative, a civil and digital rights organization in Africa has condemned, in the strongest terms possible, the directive by the Uganda Communications Commission ordering a temporary “Suspension of the…

Apply! PIN kicks off registration for DRIF 2021!

Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has announced the opening of registration for the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum, 2021 which set to commence on Monday, January 18th to Thursday, February 18th, 2021.…

Leaving WhatsApp for Signal App? Here are things you must know!

It is no longer news that people are threatening to switch from Whatsapp to Signal. Actually, some of my own friends now ask me to send them messages on Signal…

NCDC introduces toll free “6232” shortcode to disseminate updates on all infectious diseases!

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) with support from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has activated a short code– “6232”. This number has been introduced as a means for…

Group calls for National Dialogue as a tool to foster Unity, Peace in Nigeria

A civil Society Group in Nigeria, the Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy and Development (SCDDD) has reiterated the need for National dialogue amongst other things by the state actors and…

You can now recover all your unclaimed dividends as a shareholder! See how..

With newly introduced plans by the Federal Government of Nigeria to borrow monies from unclaimed dividends as well as dormant bank accounts within the financial sectors in the country, it…

Trump issues further restrictions on legal immigration, as he moves to vacate the White House!

President Donald Trump extended certain restrictions on legal immigration and on visas that allow immigrants to temporarily work in the United States on Thursday, just hours before those restrictions were…

Debt Management Office warns as Nigeria’s Debt continue to rise since last September!

Nigeria’s total public debt as at September 2020 stood at ₦32.223 trillion or $84.574 billion according to statistics released on Thursday by Debt Management Office (DMO). Total public debt is…

Lagos State House of Assembly approves N1.163 trillion budget for 2021!

The Lagos State House of Assembly has approved the sum of N1.163 trillion as budget for the fiscal year 2021. The recent development indicates an increase of N8.5 billion from…

Apply! Become the Next Tony Elumelu Entrepreneur in 2021!

The application portal for the 7th cohort of the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is now open. The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF)—Africa’s leading philanthropy focused on empowering African entrepreneurs—is looking…

Kaduna: Communities in Jema’a LGA commit to Peace pact with support from USAID/OTI

Participants at a one day Peace Summit organized by Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State in partnership with United States Agency for International Development / Office of Transition Initiatives…

Kaduna Attack: “Community Vigilance is key in fighting insurgency” says Jema’a LGA Chairman

A Local Government Chairman has reiterated that Community Vigilance, prompt report and response to early warning signs of danger are the best security strategies to contain with the recurrent menace…

FG extends period for registration, verification of NIN, Cancels N20 verification fees!

The National Task Force on National Identification Number (NIN) and Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) Registration met yesterday 21st December, 2020, to further deliberate on better approach to the ongoing registration…

NCDC releases public health advisory as number of Covid-19 cases rise in Nigeria!

Following increase in number of COVID-19 Cases in Nigeria, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has released a public Health advisory for general public to take precautionary measures in order…

Don’t get worked up using socials, rather use it to your benefit!

Taking everything on social media too seriously and personal will only get you worked up! Some people would even tag you proud on WhattsApp once the double tick for message…

National Moderator, CSACEFA, Kabiru Aliyu Honours with NEAP Award to celebrate his Achievements in Education sector

— 19 people celebrated for their outstanding contributions to education development in Nigeria — Hon. Kabiru Aliyu and Hon. Kakale say success linked to Gov. Tambuwal’s commitment to driving education…

#16Daysofactivism: AAN, UK Government launch intervention project to end Gender Based Violence in Three States

As part of the activities for the commemoration of #16daysofactivism2020, ActionAid Nigeria (AAN), a social justice organization in Nigeria and United Kingdom Government in Nigeria through her Foreign, Commonwealth and…

Google Maps upgrade! Allows you to add remote street images via your Smartphone – See how it works

Google Maps user will now be able to find more imagery of remote and hidden streets in Nigeria and other parts of the world. This is the function of a…

NCDC issues End-of-Year Travel Advisory on Covid-19

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has issued the public health advisory for all members of the public to increase awareness about the continued risks relating to the COVID-19…

India slides into recession first time ever in decades!

India has plunged into recession for the first time in nearly a quarter of a century as the pandemic continues to weigh heavily on Asia’s third biggest economy, which economists…

CDD vows to Provide Technical Support To Curb Farmer/Herders’Conflict In Nasarawa

The Centre for Democracy and Development on Thursday, December 3, said it will provide necessary technical assistance needed to curb the protracted conflict between herders and farmers across some states…

Who is a Humble Leader? – By Omokide C. Iheoma

Humility and exemplary leadership are two major virtues which when tactfully combined together produces good service delivery in both public and private sector in any given society. However, sadly enough…

UK moves to set up new tougher regulations On Google, Facebook

Britain announced Friday it will set up a watchdog to regulate tech giants such as Facebook and Google and improve their transparency on using people’s data and personalised advertising. The…

NCC files an appeal for its suspended Twitter account!

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has filed an appeal to the social media giant, Twitter in order to get the suspended organization account restored in no distant time. NCC while…

Group set to launch “Why Are Women Dying While Giving Birth in Nigeria?” Report

Africare, Nigeria Health Watch and EpiAFRIC are set to launch a report on the causes of maternal deaths in communities in Nigeria on Monday, 30 November 2020.Despite advocacy efforts and…

Coca-Cola Foundation, WaterAid hand over N300 million WASH project in Enugu!

As construction of water schemes in five LGAS in Enugu State brings Clean Water and Sanitation to 10,000 People The Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF), WaterAid Nigeria and the South Saharan Development…

#16DaysActivism2020: ActionAid calls FGN to Take Action Against Gender-Based Violence

In commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2020, ActionAid Nigeria, a social justice non-governmental organisation working to combat poverty and injustice in Nigeria has…

UN Dialogue: Nigerian youth press for opportunities to be part of the solutions that can address the challenges they face

On the heels of global demands by youth for structural socio-economic transformation, improved governance and intergenerational dialogue, young people in Nigeria have urged for their voices to be heard, to…

Days of farmers-herders’ conflict soon be over, as CDD recommends possible solutions!

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) on Thursday, November 19, in Abuja, suggested that the farmers/ herders’ conflict in Nigeria and border countries can be addressed with the National…

EVA charged young people to scale up campaign against Female Genital Mutilation in Nigeria

Education as a Vaccine (EVA) has charged young people in Nigeria to continue to be the voice for change in the fight against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in their various…

Tony Elumelu receives Belgium’s Highest National Honour!

The Kingdom of Belgium has conferred the honorary distinction of Officer in the Order of Leopold, the country’s oldest and most important National Honour, on Africa’s leading investor and philanthropist,…

#2020WAAW: NCDC joins global community to commemorate World Antibiotics Awareness Week!

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an issue of global public health concern. This occurswhen bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites resist the effects of medicines orantimicrobials, making common infections harder to treat…

#WorldToiletDay 2020: “Living without a Toilet poses major health risks!” – WaterAid

A staggering 112 million people still do not have access to a private toilet of their own, and about 46 million have no choice but to practise open defecation –…

#SayNoToRape: When You Rape, You Kill a generation! – Dotun Roy

Why are cases of rape becoming rampant in Nigeria despite being tagged the most religious and prayerful nation in this part of the globe?? This had been the critical conversations…

UNFPA, Education as a vaccine seek ways to find lasting solutions to Child Marriage in Nigeria

Education as a vaccine, a non governmental organization and leading voice for girl child education in Nigeria with support from United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has collaborated with other education…

WASH: More CSOs are being strengthened to drive improved WASH governance – WaterAid Nigeria

WaterAid Nigeria has disclosed that the capacities of more than 25 civil society organisations (CSOs) have now been strengthened to drive water, sanitation and water governance in Plateau State, under…

Institute of Information Management Africa Celebrates 10th Anniversary!

Institute of Information Management Africa (IIM- Africa) celebrates 10th years of excellence in professional development across the globe today, 14th November 2020. The Anniversary celebration has been scheduled to hold…

#Covid19: NCDC, UNICEF Launch Chatbot To Combat Misinformation in Nigeria

“The new chatbot is a useful tool that provides vetted and accurate information and response to the coronavirus pandemic.” – Peter Hawkins, UNICEF Nigeria Rep. The Nigeria Centre for Disease…

“Undue attacks, threats against Human Rights Activists projects Nigeria in a Bad light” -Coalition of CSOs says

Coalition of Civil Society Organization has expressed disappointment towards the escalation of unwarranted attacks and threats issued against Human Rights activists and defenders in Nigeria, saying this would continue to…

FGN, UN Women synergise to launch Generation Equality Campaign in Nigeria

On Monday, 9th November, 2020, Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) and UN Women had jointly launched the Generation Equality campaign in Nigeria. The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline…

Yellow Fever Outbreak hits Delta, Enugu, NCDC doubles support as death toll and cases rise!

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said in a statement that he has doubled the emergency support to the Delta and Enugu State Governments, in response to suspected outbreak…

CAMA 2020: Coalition urges CAC to extend deadlines for stakeholders’ comments on the CAMA draft

A coalition of organized civil society members has in a letter to the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) called for the extension of deadlines for stakeholders to send comments on the…

INEC plans big to adopt e-voting come 2021, What are the chances of Success?

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed that it may adopt electronic voting in the 2021 Anambra governorship election. The commission hopes to use this as a trial for…

Assessing the current State of the nation by Leadership for Equity & Development Initiative (LEDI)

The Leadership for Equity and Development Initiative (LEDI) has released a statement in which the current state of the nation was thoroughly dissected towards finding the lasting solutions to my…

WaterAid calls for urgent need to protect world’s Groundwater!

A new report from WaterAid has raised deep concerns about the threat to the world’s groundwater reserves, which are relied upon by millions of people for their daily water supplies.…

#EndSARS and Nigeria’s Hunger for leadership by Hamzat Lawal

I have never experienced a near-national annihilation, as we did after the #EndSARS protest turned bloody a fortnight ago. I have heard about the Civil War, but I was not…

UN Women set to launch Generation Equality Campaign in Nigeria!

UN Women Nigeria the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women working to ensure that every woman and girl can exercise her human rights and live…

Buhari Approves the creation of African Hub in Nigeria!

President Muhammadu Buhari has accepted the request of an international think-tank group and investment promoter, Horasis Global Visions Community, to create its African hub in Nigeria. President Buhari spoke on…

Tanzanians groan as Government Blocked Internet Access a Day to Election!

Unconfirmed reports circulating across social media suggest that the Tanzania Government has allegedly restricted internet access in the country just a day to General Elections. A number of social media…

WTO DG Race: US Canvasses support for Korean Candidate to frustrate Iweala

In a move to boycott Nigeria’s Okonjo-Iweala’s victory chances, the United States Department of State has communicated with its embassies to gauge whether their host countries are endorsing South Korean…

#EndSARS: “We condemn the thuggery, vandalism and unruly acts of hoodlums” – Coalition of CSOs in Nigeria

Coalition of 38 Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria has condemned in totality the outrageous looting and vandalism being carried out by yet to be identified hoodlums across the country following…

Authorities must own up to Lekki Toll Gate massacre, our new investigation exposes the culprits – Amnesty International

Amnesty International, a Human Rights Organization in Nigeria has weighed into the unwarranted massacre of the innocent citizens at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos on 10th October perpetrated by…

#EndPoliceBrutality: ActionAid Nigeria lauds Nigerian youths; sues for peace and justice!

ActionAid Nigeria has applauded the level of resilience demonstrated by Nigerian Youths within the past few weeks amidst the violence that has trailed peaceful protests, whilst raising their voices against…

Telecom Operators Apologise for sudden service outage amid #EndSARS unrest

Following complaints by telco subscribers on service outages, the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has, on behalf of its members, pleaded with subscribers to exercise patience as…

Okonjo-Iweala gets massive support from EU parliament to become WTO DG

European Parliament has backed former Nigerian Finance Minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, for the World Trade Organization Director-General (WTO DG), preferring her to the only other remaining candidate, South Korean Commerce Minister…

“Killers of #EndSARS Protesters Must Be Held To Account” – Coalition of CSOs in Nigeria

Coalition of Civil Society in Nigeria have issued a statement calling for all the killers of #EndSARS protesters be held accountable for the horrific incident at the Lekki Toll Gate…

#LekkiMassacre: Group Calls for speedy Justice for the victims!

Nigeria Mourns, a civil coalition has condemned the ambush, shooting and physical attacks and killings of unarmed peaceful protesters at the Lekki Toll Plaza on the night of Tuesday, 20…

EndPoliceBrutality: “Anarchy looms, if Buhari fails to address the nation” – AAN

Amidst growing tension and chaos infiltrating the peaceful protest to bring an end to all forms of police brutalities and human rights violations by the Police Unit called SARS by…

Apply: Call for Slogan for UNESCO’s Global Media and Information Week 2020!

Are you a young creative mind? Are you passionate in making a difference within your immediate environment and community by lending your voice for change? if yes this is for…

#EndSARS: Civil Groups Condemn Military’s Threats to Repress Youth Protests

Coalition of Civil Society Organizations in Nigeria have condemned in totality the plans by the military to violently repress the peaceful protest led by the Nigerian youth calling for an…

#EndSARS Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo responds to the demands of Nigerian Youth!

Amidst #EndSARS protest by the Nigerian Youth demanding an end to police brutality and complete overhauling of the Police Force in Nigeria, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,…

#EndSARS: Police reform should not only be in rhetoric but in actions evident to Nigerians – Ene Obi, Country Director, ANN

We demand the Nigerian Police that is attractive to the best brains in the country and police officers that are core professionals maintaining public order and safety, enforcing the law…

#2021Budget: “N13.08tn with an aggregate revenue projection of 7,886tn is over ambitious” – AAN

A leading antipoverty non-governmental organisation working to combat poverty and promote social justice in the 36 states and the FCT for 20 years, ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has expressed deep concerns…

#GlobalHandwashingDay: “Doubling investment in WASH will help prevent the spread of Covid-19” – WaterAid

“It is unacceptable that in the midst of the global Covid-19 pandemic – where clean water and hygiene offer a vital first line of defence against the disease – over…

UNESCO, MAIN advice Bloggers, Influencers to shun the spread of fake news, hate speech

With the alarming rate at which fake news and hate speeches are being peddled in Nigeria and across the globe, particularly with the advent of 21 century digital media and…

#TushMyApartment Reality TV show: 3 Winners to receive their respective Tushing Prizes!

Tush My Apartment Reality TV Show which debuted on TVC ENTERTAINMENT on the 19th of July 2020 will handing over the new apartments to the 3 happy winners of its…

#EndSARS: CDD condemns police brutality, calls on PMB, IGP to take swift action!

“It is disheartening that the very individuals entrusted to protect us have become trigger happy, bloodthirsty extortionists. We call on the IGP of the police to take swift action to…

#OndoElection: CSO calls for reforms to mitigate dark clouds in electoral system

A Civil Society Organisation and foremost pro-democracy think tank – the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has called for reforms to mitigate dark clouds in electoral system in Nigeria.…

#Ondo2020: APC tells Court to Disqualify Akeredolu less than 24hours to Election!

Barely 24 hours to the conduct of the gubernatorial election in Ondo State, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Kalu Kalu Agu has asked a Federal High…

PMB presents N13trillion 2021 Annual Budget to NASS

President Muhammadu Buhari (PMB) on Thursday, October 8, presented a budget of N13.08trillion to the National Assembly for approval for the 2021 fiscal year. The budget tagged: “Budget of economic…

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The new norm of remote working and other internet-driven services has left us more dependent on a new source of energy – data. The cost of data varies from country…

(Download) #OndoElection: CDD releases outlook analysis report

Ahead of the forthcoming Gubernatorial Election in Ondo State scheduled to hold on 10th October 2020, Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has released a comprehensive Oulook Analysis Report toward…

CS-SUNN launches “Let Us Do More Campaign” to commemorate Nigeria’s 60th independence

Civil Society Scaling Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), a leading organisation that has been working assiduously to ensure prevalent malnutrition cases across the country becomes a thing of the past through…

NCDC inaugurates National Antimicrobial Resistance Committee to combat Misuse of antibiotics

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has convened the inaugural meeting of the National Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Coordination Committee on the 28th of September 2020. This Committee has been…

School Feeding Fund: SERAP advises the Minister to expose the names of major suspects!

Following the N2.67 billion school feeding money the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) said it uncovered in private bank accounts, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project…

Now you can become digitally inclined with FG’s newly introduced Digital Nigeria Mobile App!

The Federal Government has launched the Digital Nigeria Mobile Application and Portal in line with the Digital Nigeria Programme initiated by President Muhammadu Buhari on March 19, 2020. The Honourable…

Ventures Park launches ‘Ventures Connect’ – a Community Meet up for professionals!

Since it officially began operations back in 2016, Ventures Park has continued to blaze the trail, break new grounds and has remained at the top of the business of housing…

#Nigeriaat60: CDD urges Nigerians to live in harmony in order to overcome Challenges of Nation Building

As Nigeria marks 60 years of independence today, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has urged Nigerians to ensure the promotion of unity and harmony regardless of diverse ethnics,…

IHS (Nigeria), UNICEF to deliver Test Kits to NCDC to aid emergency response to COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria

UNICEF Nigeria has concluded plans to support Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) with provisions of test kits, an initiative that was funded by IHS Towers as part of its…

#VisaBan: Nigerians to face yet another Travel Ban From The USA

Nigeria is likely to face another travel ban from the Trump-led administration of the United States of America as indicators show that the US is planning to place another travel…

Facebook concludes Plans to Open Second Africa Office in Lagos early next year!

Facebook has announced that plans are underway for a new office in Nigeria’s technology capital, Lagos. The office will be Facebook’s second office in Africa, the first was opened in…

NCDC Opens New Treatment Centre in FCT for the management Emergency Cases

On the 25th of September 2020, the Honourable Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire led the official handover ceremony of the Infectious Disease Care Centre built and equipped by the…

Tony Elumelu named amongst four Africans in “TIME 100” list of 100 most influential People in the World!

TIME has named Tony O. Elumelu, one of Africa’s leading investors and philanthropists, in the 2020 TIME100, the annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. The…

#EdoElection: “Despite High Incidents of Vote Buying, still relatively peaceful, credible – CDD

Only 25.2 Percent of Registered Voters Cast Their Ballot Peaceful Conduct of Poll, A Refreshing Development Vote Buying And Insidious Campaign Strategies Influencing Election Results Tasks INEC on Implementation of…

Apply: Network of Pro-Bono Lawyers’ Virtual Justice Debate 2020!

Are you a Final year law student or young lawyer of 1 to 4 years post call hoping to render pro-bono legal services to indigent Nigerians or already handling pro…

#EdoElection2020: Desperate Politicians resort to the use of Young Girls as bait, Cash Gifts to Solicit for Votes – CDD

“In some cases, votes were traded for Ankara materials, and cash gifts from N1,000 to N15,000, Spaghetti and other food items,” – Hassan Idayat, ED, CDD The Centre for Democracy…

NCDC clears air over the misconception in the media on Covid 19 test for Air Travelers

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has cleared the air over the misconception and misrepresentation of truth in the media over the recently launched Nigeria International Travel Portal (NITP) by…

Nigeria Health Watch kicks off advocacy on better access to quality maternal medicines, contraceptives in Nigeria

“Access to appropriate and quality maternal healthcare and medicines during childbirth is key to reducing maternal deaths in Nigeria.” – Vivianne Ihekweazu, Managing Director, Nigeria Health Watch. Nigeria Health Watch…

Covid-19 and Adult literacy: Nigeria Case Study by Omokide C. Iheoma

Written by Omokide C. Iheoma “Literacy Day focuses on Literacy teaching and learning in the COVID-19 crisis and beyond,” especially on the role of educators and changing pedagogies this theme…

#EdoElection: “Another Litmus Test of Nigeria’s Commitment to Organising Credible Polls” – CDD

Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), a non governmental organization working assiduously for the entrenchment and respect for Democratic tenets and good governance in Nigeria has said the forthcoming Gubernatorial…

Blasphemy: Global Rights urges relevant authorities to save Yahaya Sharif-Aminu, and 13-year-old Umar Farouq from unjust capital punishment

“Every person shall be entitled to freedom of thought, conscience and religion, including freedom to change his religion or belief, and freedom (either alone or in community with others, and…

NASS extends resumption date by another two weeks!

Members of the National Assembly (NASS) who are initially billed to resume plenary on Tuesday, September 15 after a two-month annual vacation, will now resume on Tuesday, September 29. The…

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