The Harmattan winds, usually a dry, dusty caress, carried a different kind of anticipation across the undulating landscape of the Plateau. For years, the skeletal remains of the Jos-Kuru railway line had been a silent testament to a bygone era, a rusty scar across the vibrant green and brown tapestry of the region. The once-bustling […]
The humid air of Abuja hung heavy, thick with the scent of dust and the promise of the coming rains. Inside the brightly lit conference hall, Dr. Adekunle Oluwafemi, Special Advisor to the President on Strategic Communications, adjusted his spectacles, his gaze sweeping across the attentive faces of permanent secretaries, directors of information, and communication […]
In a very controversial remark that has set Manchester United fans and the football community abuzz, former Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has opined that Alejandro Garnacho should consider quitting Old Trafford if it means bringing Napoli star Victor Osimhen to the club. Manchester United legend Ferdinand weighed in on the latest drama involving […]
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has raised the alarm on illicit financial flows (IFFs), indicating that Africa was losing $88.6 billion annually due to numerous illegal financial operations. That sum, which constitutes approximately 3.7% of the African continent’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), has severe economic consequences for economic growth and development, […]
The news of Governor Uba Sani’s approval of N3.8 billion for pension payments in Kaduna State rippled through the region, a wave of relief washing over countless elderly citizens who had long endured the hardship of unpaid dues. It wasn’t just a financial transaction; it was a restoration of dignity, a promise kept, and a […]
Nigeria has officially indicated its intent to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Abuja. The development was announced by Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, in a meeting organized in late March of 2024. According to the minister, Nigeria has the capability of hosting the greatly esteemed event if only key […]
The air in the conference room of the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA) hung thick with a mixture of frustration and fervent hope. Sunlight streamed through the large windows, illuminating the faces of the assembled stakeholders – representatives from international health organizations, local NGOs, public health experts, and concerned citizens. The date was Monday, […]
In recent days, the city of Lagos has been rocked by a string of tragedies—lives lost, families shattered, and communities grieving. But in the midst of pain, the Lagos State Police Command is working tirelessly to bring justice and restore peace, one case at a time. CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, spokesperson for the command, shared the […]
The Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI) has announced plans to deploy 150 new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refilling stations across the country in the next 18 months. The initiative, which aims to make access to CNG refilling easier, is a major boost to the country’s efforts to promote the use of cleaner and more affordable energy […]
Workers across state-owned tertiary institutions in Ondo State have issued a warning to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, demanding the immediate implementation of the national minimum wage and other outstanding welfare packages, or face a total shutdown of all institutions. The Joint Action Committee (JAC) representing various unions including the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), […]
