By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zone D, has lauded the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim, for putting smiles on the faces of women and vulnerable families in Benue State as part of efforts to cushion the impact of insecurity and economic hardship. NAWOJ Zone D comprises Benue,… Continue reading Empowerment: NAWOJ Lauds Women Affairs Minister for Benue Intervention
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NiDCOM Condemns Killing of Two Nigerians in South Africa as High Commission Demands Thorough Investigation
By Ada Nkong Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has described the killing of two Nigerian Traders in South Africa by "unknown gunmen" as intolerable and senseless with a call to fish out the culprits. In a statement by the Commission's Spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, she said the Nigerian High Commission in South… Continue reading NiDCOM Condemns Killing of Two Nigerians in South Africa as High Commission Demands Thorough Investigation
Encomiums as Old Students of Anglican Girls Grammar School Ughelli , Abuja Chapter Honor Ms Ruth Howard in Thanksgiving
By Ada Nkong Ms Ruth Basil Howard was a selfless woman and a disciplinarian who gave her life to molding young girls into great women. This is the summary of the submission as Old Girls of AGGS Ughelli joined by old students from Idia College Benin,St. Anne's school Ibadan and Adesoye College where was also… Continue reading Encomiums as Old Students of Anglican Girls Grammar School Ughelli , Abuja Chapter Honor Ms Ruth Howard in Thanksgiving
Update on Air India Crash: 290 Persons Confirmed Dead
By Ada Nkong As at this morning, the CNN has it that 290 persons including those hit on the ground have been confirmed dead in the Air India Crash. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited the scene of the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad and is meeting injured people in hospital All but… Continue reading Update on Air India Crash: 290 Persons Confirmed Dead
Family Cries Out as Death of Joshua Ejuojo Daniel -Ejigbi Case Remains in Court 1 Year After
Elem Jonah In the corridors of Nigeria's justice system, the file concerning the death of 17-yearold Joshua Èjuojo Daniel-Ejigbo gathers dust—as the case remains inconclusive to date. Recall that on April 30, 2024, Joshua Èjuojo Daniel-Ejigbo, a first-year Computer Sciencestudent at Veritas University in Abuja, died under circumstances that remaincontested. The university's official position maintains… Continue reading Family Cries Out as Death of Joshua Ejuojo Daniel -Ejigbi Case Remains in Court 1 Year After
Triple National Stampede: House Minority Caucus Mourns Victims, Calls for Realistic Actions to Tackle Corossive Hunger
By Ada Nkong The minority Caucasus of the house of representatives has mourned the loss of lives in 3 different stampedes over food collection in Nigeria. The minority leader Hon. Chindah said it is saddening that over 70 people lost their lives, attributed the tragedy to the biting economic situation in the country. See full… Continue reading Triple National Stampede: House Minority Caucus Mourns Victims, Calls for Realistic Actions to Tackle Corossive Hunger
Finally Sen. Joseph Wayas Laid To Rest In Obanliku
By Ada Nkong Three years after he passed on,Former Senate President Joseph Wayas, who died in London on November 30, 2022 at the age of 80 was buried Saturday in his hometown in Obanlikwu local government area of Cross River State. President Bola Tinubu who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the… Continue reading Finally Sen. Joseph Wayas Laid To Rest In Obanliku
Senate Holds Valedictory Session For Late Rt.Hon Joseph Wayas
By Ada Nkong The Senate on Thursday 28th November 2024 held a Valedictory Session in honour of the late former Senate president,Dr Joseph Wayas. The remains of the Second Republic Senate President, Dr Joseph Wayas adorned with the Nigerian National Flag was received at the National Assembly by members of the senate. Dr. Wayas served… Continue reading Senate Holds Valedictory Session For Late Rt.Hon Joseph Wayas
CRS Government Invites Public to Honor Dr Joseph Wayas at Funeral
By Ada Nkong The Cross River State government has invited Cross Riverians and residents to join in the funeral activities for the late Dr Joseph Wayas. In a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary ,NSA Gill, the government urged citizens to turn out enmasse. See full statement below: Public Service Announcement INVITATION TO HONOUR… Continue reading CRS Government Invites Public to Honor Dr Joseph Wayas at Funeral
