…Calls For Expanded Cooperation on Livestock Development and Education President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the importance of expanding Nigeria’s dairy and livestock economy, noting that with the country’s growing population, the sector holds enormous potential for job creation, rural development, and food security. The President spoke on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving … [Read more…]
The Akwa Ibom State Government has approved the recruitment of 3,000 workers across various sectors in the state. Of the said 3,000 positions, the mainstream civil service, healthcare, and teaching sectors have each been allocated 1,000 slots. This was disclosed to the press on Monday by the State’s Head of Civil Service (HOCS), Elder Effiong … [Read more…]
…Seeks an to end illegal mining Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has called for more state inclusion in the exploitation of the nation’s solid minerals to enable the nation actualise the sector’s huge potential and help diversify the nation’s economy. Mbah also decried the nation’s huge losses to illegal mining. The governor spoke … [Read more…]
Iran’s military said it carried out a missile attack on the Al Udeid U.S. airbase in Qatar on Monday after explosions were heard across the Qatari capital following Tehran’s threat to retaliate for U.S. airstrikes on its nuclear sites. The Iranian military said the attack was “devastating and powerful” but U.S. officials said no U.S. … [Read more…]
In a world where leadership is often defined by power, one young Nigerian changemaker is redefining it through purpose, compassion, and inclusion. Meet Precious Chinweani, a UPG Sustainability Leader, award-winning advocate, and founder of She Leads Global a transformative initiative empowering women and StoryCare Africa preserving intergenerational wisdom across Africa. Her work speaks boldly to … [Read more…]
-By Abdul Mahmud “I couldn’t reach Yelawata in Benue State due to bad roads”, said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This sentence captures the spirit of Tinubu’s presidency. Aloof. Detached. Cold. Inconsiderate. Leadership without compassion. Governance without sacrifice. Authority without empathy. How did Mandela once describe compassion? He said, “Our human compassion binds us the one … [Read more…]
…Inaugurates Social Homes Board Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has inaugurated the Management Board for the Protection of State-owned Social Homes, reaffirming his government’s commitment to caring for the vulnerable in the state. The Board, which has the First Lady of the state, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah, as the Chairman, and Prof. Christian Anieke, … [Read more…]
The national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and leaders of some other political parties under the aegis of Anambra Coalition Stakeholders Forum convened its first strategic meeting in Awka with key stakeholders across the state in attendance. The meeting officially adopted the governorship candidate of ADC for the November 8 election, Mr.John Nwosu, … [Read more…]
In line with the strategic and proactive crime-fighting approaches of the Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, operatives of the Command have arrested seven male suspects and recovered seven firearms, one expended and two live cartridges, as well as other incriminating exhibits, during multiple operations guided by credible information and … [Read more…]
The US has carried out a “very successful attack” on three nuclear sites on Iran, President Donald Trump has said, while Iran has warned of “everlasting” consequences. The strikes, which the US leader announced on social media, included a hit on the heavily protected Fordow enrichment plant, which is buried deep under a mountain. The … [Read more…]
AKWETE: The Thread of Heritage …A Story of Craft, Culture, and Contemporary Elegance from Abia State, Nigeria By Chidinma Prisca Elebe Akwete fabric is an iconic, beautifully, hand-woven textile named after the town of Akwete in Ukwa East Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria. Originally, it was made using raffia fibers only before evolving … [Read more…]
By Dr. Samson Abanni Let me tell you a story from the long ago—around 1400—when the world’s most advanced technology wasn’t smartphones or artificial intelligence, but something far simpler: turning raw wool into finished cloth. This was the quantum science of its day. England was the world’s largest producer of raw wool, but not a … [Read more…]