Security

PROLIFERATION OF SMALL AND LIGHT WEAPONS MAJOR CAUSE OF CRUDE OIL THEFT AND OTHER CRIMES IN NIGER DELTA- BADARU

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru Abubabar, has opined that activities of oil theft, illegal crude oil refining and kidnapping are aided by proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the Niger Delta. A statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director information and public relations says the Minister made the observation while delivering… Continue reading PROLIFERATION OF SMALL AND LIGHT WEAPONS MAJOR CAUSE OF CRUDE OIL THEFT AND OTHER CRIMES IN NIGER DELTA- BADARU

Transportation

Lagos-Kano Freight Services to Commence June

By Ada Nkong Minister for transportation,Said Alkali says Freight services on Lagos-Kano narrow gauge project will commence in June The minister said this while on an inspection tour of the Kano-Maradi rail corridor. At the Zawacikin axis of the project, rail tracks had linked the narrow gauge which is connected to the  Dala dry inland… Continue reading Lagos-Kano Freight Services to Commence June

OPINION

Dodo Will Remain Dodo: This Campaign of  Calumny and  Name Calling Cannot Deter Matawalle-Comrade Oliver

An analyst has said minister of State for defence Bello Matawalle cannot be swayed by negative commentary against him. See full statement below.DODO is a nick name given to Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle  by his admirers in Zamfara State. It is a metaphorical expression for someone who instill  fear on bandits. The name was given… Continue reading Dodo Will Remain Dodo: This Campaign of  Calumny and  Name Calling Cannot Deter Matawalle-Comrade Oliver

LEGISLATURE

Africa Magic Series in Rivers as Two Lawmakers Purportedly Elect Assembly Speaker

...as Concerned Rivers Citizens describe move as a mockery of democracy By Ada Nkong A group under the aegis of Concerned Rivers Citizens CRC has described the purported election of a new speaker of Rivers State as another mockery of democracy depicting Africa magic series in Nigeria. In a statement issued and signed by the… Continue reading Africa Magic Series in Rivers as Two Lawmakers Purportedly Elect Assembly Speaker

OBITUARY

Family of Late Ichie Chukwu Idam Chukwu Unveil Funeral Program

By Ada Nkong "The family of the late Ichie Chukwu Idam Chukwu, also known as C.I.C., has announced the burial plans for the legendary sage. According to a statement signed by the head of the family, Mr. Ikechukwu Chukwu Idam, Ichie Chukwu Idam Chukwu passed away on February 21st, 2024, at the age of 85,… Continue reading Family of Late Ichie Chukwu Idam Chukwu Unveil Funeral Program

OPINION

The Will to Render Good Service in  a Democracy

.By Bola Bakare The essence of governance, world over, is the rendition of the basics that make life easier to live. Doing this can be in a situation where it is absent whereby the person at helm of affairs introduces measures that would revamp an ailing system or, where already existent and in place, continuing… Continue reading The Will to Render Good Service in  a Democracy

EDUCATION

Artificial Intelligence Training; Mike Udam Empowers Teachers in Northern Cross River

By Ada Nkong In a bid to give back to society, Mike Udam, a  school vice principal in Ogoja, has spearheaded an Artificial Intelligence (AI) training program for teachers in Northern Cross River State. . According to Udam, the training session, aimed at equipping educators with the skills to leverage AI tools for effective teaching… Continue reading Artificial Intelligence Training; Mike Udam Empowers Teachers in Northern Cross River

Security

BADARU VISIT:  NAWOJ OFFICIALS COMMEND GOVERNMENT EFFORTS ON SECURITY

Minister of Defence,  Mohammad Badaru Abubakar  has reassured the National Association of Women Journalist (NAWOJ) of continuous efforts of Government to ensure that Nigeria remain a peaceful sovereign state where business and daily life can strive without fear. A statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director information and public relations says the Minister made this statement… Continue reading BADARU VISIT:  NAWOJ OFFICIALS COMMEND GOVERNMENT EFFORTS ON SECURITY

LEGISLATURE

Workers Day 2024:Reps Minority Leader calls for living wage, better condition for Nigerian workers

By Ada Nkong The House of Representatives Minority caucus has called for a living wage for Nigerian workers and better condition of service as labour marks this year's May Day celebrations. In a message signed by the Minority Leader, Rep Kingsley Chinda tagged: 'SOLIDARITY MESSAGE TO NIGERIAN WORKERS ON THE OCCASION OF WORKERS' DAY, MAY… Continue reading Workers Day 2024:Reps Minority Leader calls for living wage, better condition for Nigerian workers