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The recent uproar over a social media post shared by the Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, which described the Igbo ethnic group in derogatory terms, has once again brought to the surface Nigeria’s fragile ethnic relations and the responsibilities of those entrusted with public office. This is not the […]
The 17 Local Government Chairmen in Yobe State have jointly honoured Governor Mai Mala Buni for his numerous grassroots impactful projects that continue to transform communities across the state. The event, tagged “His Excellency, Governor Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni’s Developmental Strides: The Journey So Far”, was held at the August 27th Stadium, Damaturu, under […]
The Yobe State Primary Healthcare Board (YSPHCB), in collaboration with UNICEF, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), and the Dangote Foundation, convened its 2025 Biannual Technical Performance Review Meeting at the Desert Multi-Purpose Hall in Damaturu. A statement issued by the Information Officer of the Board, Adamu Saidu Abba Said the high-level meeting brought […]
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested one Joseph Okon Eren, an alleged killer of a youth leader, Ekopimo Effiong Moses, in Akwa Ibom State. The suspect, who hails from Uruan local government area, was accused of macheting the victim to death during a heated argument and a fierce fight in Ibesikpo […]
The Yobe Education Trust Fund (YETFund) has recorded landmark achievements in boosting the state’s education sector, directly and indirectly impacting more than 80,000 students across 23 schools all without dipping into the over N1.5 billion raised during the 2022 education appeal fund. This was disclosed by the Honorary Special Adviser to the Governor on Policy, […]
Plateau State holds a special place in my heart. I began my professional career in Jos. During my stay in Jos, it was a pleasant experience. Interestingly, the state’s sobriquet is “Home of Peace and Tourism.” I experienced this first-hand. Since I left, a lot has changed. A lot of water has gone under the […]
Members of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) have projected a further strengthening of the naira. They expect the currency to appreciate to about N1400 to the dollar before the end of 2025, riding on improved oil production, steady capital inflows, and disciplined liquidity management. In their personal statements at the last […]
Nigeria’s six-month ban on raw shea nut exports has sparked concerns over market disruptions, with shea nut prices plummeting by over 30 per cent and existing export contracts facing potential default, says the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE). The director-general of CPPE, Dr. Muda Yusuf stated this yesterday, adding that, the federal […]
Many residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have expressed concern over the rising cost of fish, lamenting that the staple protein source is becoming unaffordable for many households. A survey conducted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at the Kado, Apo and Mararaba markets revealed that the price of Titus and other varieties […]
Mouka has rolled out the 6th edition of the Mouka Award for Excellence, in a bid to promote academic excellence by advancing the role of quality sleep and urging participation of schools to improve quality sleep for students performances. With over six decades experience in providing sleep solutions, Mouka said, it remains committed to supporting […]