The Honorable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochi Udeh, SAN, has paid an official familiarization visit to the Chairman, Senate Committee on Science and Technology, Distinguished Senator Aminu Iya Abbas, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between the Executive and the Legislature in advancing Nigeria’s Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) agenda. … [Read more…]
The management board and staff of Rangers International Football Club, have expressed unwavering support for the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they continue in their quest for the fourth AFCON title at the ongoing African Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Super Eagles squad led by Eric Chelle and other experienced gaffers including Fidelis Ilechukwu, … [Read more…]
Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has donated 30 operational vehicles to the Nigeria Police, Anambra State Command. The handover is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement capacity and deepen community safety. Recall that last year, the state government had donated 170 operational vehicles to security agencies in the state. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has assured the people of Nkanu land and Enugu State in general that he would continue to make them proud, serving with integrity and the full measure of his capacity. Mbah gave the assurances on Friday at the 50th coronation anniversary celebration of the traditional rule of Ihuokpara … [Read more…]
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has officially inaugurated the Imo Vigilante Organization, marking a strategic move by the State Government to strengthen community-based security and enhance public safety across Imo State. The event which held at the Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu Square, Owerri, brought together government officials, security agencies, traditional rulers, and community leaders. … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has been commended by the Deputy Commandant General and Enugu State Chairman, Nigerian Legion, Dr Emeka Norman Igwesi, for his support to the welfare of Nigeria’s ex-servicemen and fallen heroes. Igwesi made the commendation during the official unveiling and launch of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day emblem … [Read more…]
The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development said it had concluded plans for the 2026 Ibile Youth Academy. This was announced on Thursday by the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, at the state secretariat, Alausa, where he reeled out the lineup of activities for the programme. According to Ogunlende, the … [Read more…]
By Demola Olarewaju The prowess of Atiku Abubakar when it comes to party primaries was not built in a day and his recent successes at that level are built on a foundation of loss, defeat and tears. His entry into politics in 1991 was marked by a bitter gubernatorial ticket rivalry between him and Bala … [Read more…]
Political power is never given. Hardly is it ever offered on a platter. Acquiring political power is hard work, even in a populist contest. In a diverse, multi-religious and multi-ethnic democracy like ours; you earn power. You work for it. You negotiate it. In extreme dubious cases, some will grab, steal or rig themselves into … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, says the Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) aims to build a two-million-member base, noting that the era of fragmented politics that denied Enugu State the benefits of the centre was over. Mbah stated this during the flag-off of the APC e-registration exercise at Owo, … [Read more…]
The political landscape in Rivers State took another turn on Thursday when members of the state’s House of Assembly began impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. During plenary presided over by the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, the Majority Leader, Rivers State House of Assembly, … [Read more…]
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Nigerian authorities over the alleged non-payment of match allowances to the Super Eagles. He described the situation as a national embarrassment and an unnecessary distraction for the team. Obi, on his verified ‘X’ handle Wednesday night, expressed concern that at a time when Nigerians are … [Read more…]