University Don Identify Causes Of Economic Catastrophe In Nigeria

Illiteracy, decay of ethical values, and ignorance are said to be some factors responsible for the economic crisis that bedeviled Nigeria. University Don with Modibbo Adama University, MAU Yola, Prof. Bello Idi stated this during sensitization meeting on Tsangaya Education System Reformation organized by DAFEE in collaboration with PLAN International and Forum for African Women Educationalists FAWE, Nigeria held at the palace of the Village Head of Yolde-Pate in Yola South local government area. Prof....

Founder of Cutix Cables Plc, Chief Engr. Gilbert Uzodike, Passes Away at 75

It is with profound sorrow that the family of Chief Engr. Gilbert Obiajulu Uzodike announces his passing on Friday, June 7, 2024. Chief Uzodike, revered by many as Oziuzo-Nnewi, died in the early hours of Friday in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Chief Uzodike was a renowned industrialist and business incubator, was the founder of Cutix Cables Plc, Adtec Limited, and Adswitch Plc. He was a...

Ohanaeze Mourns Passing Of Ex-NIMASA DG, Agu

The Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has mourned the passing of Ferdinand Agu, former Secretary, Ohanaeze Committee on Planning and Strategy, former member, Ohanaeze committee on Diaspora and former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Ohanaeze, in a press statement on Saturday, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Dr. Chiedozie Alex Ogbonnia; described the former Senior Special Assistant to the President, former Chairman of the Governing Council and Pro-Chancellor of...

Rivers Govt Approves N74.9bn For Assembly Reconstruction, Hospitals Construction, Others

The Rivers State Government has approved N74.9billion contracts for the reconstruction of the State House of Assembly Auditorium, construction of Kalaibiama/Epellema Road, and completion of four zonal hospitals across the state. According to a press statement on Saturday signed by Nelson Chukwudi, Chief Press Secretary to the Rivers State Governor, the state executive council also approved is the renovation of Bonny General Hospital; renovation and upgrade of Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Rumuigbo; as well as construction of...

Obi Lauds South Africa’s Commitment To Credible Election

Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections has lauded South Africa for its commitment to credible elections. He described the outcome of the country’s recent poll as a “shining example” worthy of emulation, and berated the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the manner it conducted the 2023 general elections. Obi noted that it’s in stark contrast to the “show of shame” that the giant of Africa, Nigeria, presented to...

Collapsed Mine: Minister Condoles With Victims, Promises To Enforce Miners Insurance

Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to enforcing insurance policy for mine workers in Nigeria. Representing President Bola Tinubu on a condolence visit to Niger State Governor, Hon. Umar Bago, in Minna, Alake, conveyed the President’s sympathies following the recent mine pit collapse in Galadima Kogo, Shiroro Local Government Area. “I bring the condolences and sympathies of Mr. President to the families of victims, those injured,...

Shettima Lauds Ekiti First Lady’s Empowerment Initiatives

…Lifts Adire Ekiti Hub With N5million  Vice President Kashim Shettima on Thursday paid a visit to the Adire Ekiti Hub as part of his one day official visit to Ekiti State. He commended the First Lady of Ekiti State, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, for coming up with an initiative to give economic empowerment to hundreds of Ekiti youths and giving them an opportunity to be job creators. The Governor described Oyebanji as “a worthy princess, intelligent...

Ogun: Abiodun Tasks New Perm Sectaries On Service Excellence, Teamwork 

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun on Friday sworn-in four new permanent secretaries with a promise that his administration would continue to create the necessary ambience for the optimal development of the state. The new permanent secretaries are, Mr. Bernard Olanrewaju Ogunyinka, Mr. Augustine Adekunle Oyesanwen, Engr. Olanike Olawunmi Ogunbona, and Mrs. Arinola Nusirat Adetayo. While speaking at the swearing-in ceremony, held at the Exco Chamber of the Governor’s Office, Abiodun said he remains committed...

Nigerian Senate Divided Over Bill Banning Open Grazing

…bill passes second reading despite opposition. A proposed bill aiming to ban open grazing and establish ranches in Nigeria caused division among senators in the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday. The bill was sponsored by Senator Titus Zam, representing Benue North-West Senatorial District, who argued that the ongoing clashes between farmers and herders could be resolved through the legislation. “Now is the time to adopt international best practices in animal husbandry. Now is the time to...

Federal Government Moves To Fight Climate Change, Inaugurates Ambassadors

The Federal Government has inaugurated the OXFAM Nigeria Climate Justice Youth Ambassadors as part of efforts to combat climate challenges nationwide. This initiative aims to encourage the Federal Ministry of Environment to adopt environmental and climate change education as a priority, aiming to foster a climate-conscious generation and establish environment clubs in Nigerian schools nationwide. Inaugurating the group in Abuja, to mark the World Environment Day, Minister of Environment Mallam Balarabe Lawal urged the ambassadors...

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