The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has criticised the former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, over his recent comment that Nigerian politicians are in power to steal, kill, and retain power. Amaechi made the remark at a two-day National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria held earlier this week, aimed at discussing pathways to good governance and political integrity in Nigeria. The former Governor of Rivers State further said President Bola Tinubu and other members of the political class would not cede power to the younger generation without a fight. According to Amaechi, Nigerian voters are easily swayed…
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By Shadrach Okon The government of Akwa Ibom State has called on the corporate sector players in Akwa Ibom State to partner with the State Government in providing quality education to Akwa Ibom teaming youth population. Governor made the call during the weekend at the Savannah Energy SEE-IT Scholarship award ceremony for 50 undergraduate students of Akwa Ibom State and Cross Rivers State origin studying in both private and public universities across the country. Eno while addressing corporate bodies, stakeholders in the education sector, students and other participants at the ceremony held at Ibom Icons Hotel described education as the…
When Mr Joseph Chibunna Onaja was crowned Mr. Nigeria International at Akwa Ibom, his joy knew no bounds, little did Onaja know that his triumph would send him to an unforgettable experience: trip abroad to Philadelphia for the World competition. All thanks to Brendance & Crusaders Limited as the company groomed him for the incredible outing abroad that he would never forget in hurry. Commenting on his experience at the world competition in Philadelphia, Onaja said: “My experience at the world competition is one that can never be forgotten till the end of times. It stretched me beyond my usual…
Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, has pledged to support the process of passage and Presidential assent to Nigerian Peace Corps Establishment Bill currently before the National Assembly. Olawande made the pledge when he received a delegation of the Corps led by its National Commandant, Dr. Dickson Akoh, on courtesy visit to his office to congratulate him as well as solicit his support. He acknowledged the crucial role the Corps could play not just in youth empowerment but also in immense contributions to the peace and security of the nation through positive youth engagement. He said: “Whatever we can…
The military high command says the Court of Appeal’s affirmation of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a terrorists’ group is a morale booster. It specifically stated that the ruling by the Court would motivate the military through its frontline troops to expedite action in destroying and dismantling the terror group wherever they may be hiding. Daily Trust reports that the Court of Appeal in Abuja, in a unanimous decision by a three-member panel headed by Justice Hamma Barka, on Thursday, affirmed the proscription of IPOB and its designation as a terrorist organisation. IPOB is a group leading separatist…
Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps has said that members of the corps would from February 2025 will start to receive N77,000 as their allowance. Yushua made this known while speaking with the 2024 Batch ‘C’ stream ll corps members in Katsina State. The Federal Government according to the NYSC DG has included the increment in the 2025 national budget and it will take effect as soon as it is passed. He said, “This month (January) has already ended, but once the budget is passed, by next month (February), you will start receiving N77,000…
The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has rejected the planned nationwide protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) over the recently approved 50 per cent increase in telecoms tariff. PTECSSAN in a letter, dated January 27, 2025, addressed to the NLC leadership, argued that the tariff hike, though painful, is necessary to prevent the imminent collapse of the sector, which could have far-reaching consequences for the economy. The NLC had earlier rejected the tariff increase, describing it as an additional burden on Nigerians already grappling with rising costs of living. The labour union directed its…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) will, on Tuesday, 4 February 2025, embark on a nationwide protest against the planned 50 per cent increase in telecommunication tariffs. In a communiqué signed by Congress President, Joe Ajaero, at the end of its National Administrative Council (NAC) meeting, which was held in Abuja yesterday, the NLC said the one-day rally and protest will take place in all 36 states of the federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). “To express our collective opposition to this arbitrary tariff hike, the NLC will embark on a nationwide mass rally on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. The…
Convicted kidnap kingpin, Chukwudimeme Onwuamadike, alias Evans, has applied for a plea bargain with the Lagos State Government over his protracted trial. This was disclosed during his re-arraignment of the former ringleader at the High Court in Ikeja. He was re-arraigned on amended five counts bordering on murder, attempt to murder, and conspiracy to commit kidnapping preferred against them by the Lagos State Government. Addressing the court on behalf of his client, Emefo Etudo, a lawyer said the convict is now a repentant person. “He was a young man consumed by crime, but he is now remorseful. Presently, he is…
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has pledged to intensify domestic resource mobilisation strategies to ensure ownership and sustainability of the country’s HIV/AIDS response. The Director General of the agency, Temitope Ilori, made this known in a statement on Thursday. Ms Ilori, a doctor, said the move became necessary following the executive order by President Donald Trump to reevaluate and realign United States’ foreign aid which includes a 90-day pause on foreign development assistance. She said the development has raised significant concerns among stakeholders with regards to HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis (TB) technical support and funding. One of…