The Nigerian Army is grappling with the mysterious death of Captain Alphonsus Alexander Kalthy Bazza, who reportedly took his own life while on duty at the 2 Brigade Step-Up Headquarters for Exercise STILL WATERS III in Essien Udim Local Government of Akwa Ibom State. The announcement came from the Headquarters, 6 Division, Nigerian Army, where…
In a press statement released today by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, the Nigerian government strongly condemned the decision of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to proceed with a nationwide strike. The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC)…
In a candid statement at the Chief of Defense Intelligence Annual Conference 2023 in Abuja, National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu pointed accusing fingers at the past administration led by President Buhari and his predecessors, attributing the current financial distress in Nigeria to the bankruptcy inherited from that era. Ribadu acknowledged the significant impact of…
NADA Extols Ola Olukoyede’s Appointment as EFCC Chairman The National Association of Nigerian Diaspora Organization (NADA) has issued a resounding endorsement for the newly appointed Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede. In a press release signed by NADA President Dr. Dotun Aliu in the United States, the organization…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has sounded the alarm on a staggering 14.3 million Nigerians caught in the grip of drug abuse, with a concerning rise in female involvement. The predominant substance of choice, cannabis, is particularly rampant in the Southwest region, painting a grim picture of the nation’s struggle with psychoactive substances….
Nigeria’s Economy | In a surprising turn of events, Nigeria’s used vehicle market witnessed an unprecedented surge in the second quarter of 2023, recording a staggering #728.8 billion in transactions. This remarkable increase of 708% from the same period in 2022, as reported by the National Bureau of Statistics, has sparked conversations about the dynamics…
In a groundbreaking development, the Chief of Staff to the President of Nigeria, Femi Gbajabiamila, and the UN Special Representative for Sustainable Energy for All, Damilola Ogunbiyi, visited Iponri Market in Surulere, Lagos State. The dignitaries inspected the first phase of solar installations implemented within the market, highlighting the commitment of the Nigerian government and…
Evolution of Grammy Categories : In a groundbreaking move, the Recording Academy has officially acknowledged the cultural significance of African music, alternative jazz, and dance pop by introducing three new Grammy categories. The categories, namely Best African Music Performance, Best Alternative Jazz Album, and Best Pop Dance Recording, will make their debut at the 2024…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a historic visit to Saudi Arabia, President Tinubu attended the Saudi-Africa Summit on Friday, marking a significant step towards strengthening ties between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The summit, held in Riyadh, provided a platform for President Tinubu to highlight Nigeria’s readiness for business and to assure potential…
Nigeria’s Education: In the wake of the Nigeria Annual Education Conference (NAEC) held in Abuja on August 11, 2023, urgent attention is required to breathe life back into the nation’s education sector. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s acknowledgment of the meager 5% budgetary allocation to education highlights the sector’s dire underfunding. This article explores the pressing…
