2 mn read Nigeria is projected to experience a shortage of approximately 96,000 seafarers in its maritime sector by 2026 unless urgent corrective measures are implemented to address the identified manpower imbalance. This warning was issued by maritime expert Capt. Konni Duniya during the 2024 Lecture Series at the Maritime Academy of Nigeria in Oron, Akwa-Ibom State. The […]
2 mn read The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, has urged the newly inaugurated students of Junior Course 20 to fully engage in their training to enhance their contributions toward safeguarding national borders and maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s economy. Speaking at the Command and Staff College in Gwagwalada, Abuja, Adeniyi emphasized the […]
2 mn read Cement producers in Nigeria continue to enjoy financial success, even amidst a challenging operating environment and declining consumer purchasing power. Recent operational results from leading companies in the sector reveal an increase in sales volume, sales revenue, and profits. Investment analysts report sustained bullish positions on cement stocks, along with optimistic forecasts for the 2024 […]
< 1 mn read A tragic incident at a white-garment church in Ibadan has resulted in the deaths of five worshippers, with several others currently receiving treatment at the Infectious Disease Centre (IDC) in Olodo, Oyo State. The incident occurred during a church feast known locally as “Ipese” last Sunday, raising serious safety concerns within the community. As of […]
2 mn read The Benin High Court, presided over by Justice Peter Akhihiero, has nullified the revocation of the Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for parcels of land in Amagba village, Oredo Local Government Area, owned by Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, as ordered by the Edo State government. Justice Akhihiero issued the ruling while delivering judgment in Suit […]
< 1 mn read Bearish sentiments have resurfaced in the Nigerian stock market, as investors responded to the recent increase in the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), which serves as the benchmark interest rate for lending by banks and other financial institutions. The CBN’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) raised the MPR by 50 basis points […]
2 mn read The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, announced yesterday that more than 40% of Nigerians now benefit from 20 hours of electricity supply each day. In a statement released by his media aide, Bolaji Tunji, the minister explained that this achievement followed various revolutionary measures implemented by the government to provide more stable and regular […]
2 mn read A Nigerian-born US Army veteran, Joseph Ogwuche, and Nigerian music star Felix Duke are embroiled in a dispute over an alleged N23 million real estate fraud linked to the Creative Industry Group (CIG). Ogwuche claims he was defrauded by Duke through false representations regarding a land purchase, while Duke insists that the situation stemmed from […]
< 1 mn read The National Union of Chemical, Footwear, Rubber, Leather and Non-Metallic Products Employees (NUCFRLANMPE) announced over the weekend that at least 40 companies in the sub-sector have closed down in the last three years due to economic instability in Nigeria. During the 7th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the association, held in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, the outgoing […]
2 mn read To promote the history and rich cultural heritage of the Esan people, poet and festival administrator SAMUEL OSAZE has unveiled his new documentary film titled “EMA/UDEH (ANCIENT HEALING TATTOO OF THE ESAN PEOPLE).” This legacy project explores the traditional body marking phenomenon and its multiple functionalities. The film strives to portray the ancient practice without […]
< 1 mn read The 26th Lagos Book & Art Festival (LABAF 2024) is set to feature a keynote address by Akin Adesokan, a professor of Comparative Literature and Cinema and Media Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, USA. Adesokan, an acclaimed novelist, poet, translator, and essayist, will deliver his address on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the Freedom Park, […]
< 1 mn read In collaboration with MultiChoice, The She Tank and BellaNaija are taking their groundbreaking gender equality campaign, “Her Money, Her Power,” to the ongoing Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show. This initiative is designed as a landmark task for current housemates, aiming to spark a nationwide conversation about women’s economic power in Nigeria and challenge deeply […]
< 1 mn read The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has offered a message of hope to Nigerians, particularly the youth, encouraging them to view challenges as stepping stones to success. In his foreword to a new book titled Shadows to Stardom, authored by media entrepreneur Dr. Joseph Effiong, the Ooni emphasized the importance of resilience in […]
< 1 mn read Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akure South, Ondo State, have praised the efforts of the Minister of State for Youth Development, Hon. Ayodele Olawande, for empowering over 500,000 youths across Nigeria through skill acquisition programs. During an address in Akure, Dr. Akinmolayan Fesobi, the chairman of Akure South, revealed that the party’s […]
2 mn read The clamour for change has been a constant theme in Nigerian politics, often triggered by the state of the nation, which acts as a catalyst for political action. Notable examples include the movements in the 1970s, culminating in the Fourth Republic, and the peaceful transfer of power in 2015. That year marked a pivotal moment […]
2 mn read Critics of the emerging zonal development commissions argue that they are mere avenues for politicians to create parasitic dependency on the Federal Government. However, this view is flawed. One of the key principles that makes a federal system of government appealing, particularly in a large and diverse country like Nigeria, is the commitment to even […]
2 mn read The self-immolating tendency of people to remain indifferent to situations they are not directly involved in seems to be playing out in the political debacle in Rivers State. Curiously, some are enjoying the drama between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). There is no […]
3 mn read Events of monumental proportions are happening in the world. The assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah may signal the beginning of an all-out war in the Middle East. Those who love conquest may celebrate his elimination, but those who seek peace will recognize that his death drives humanity closer to a potentially avoidable war. Since […]
< 1 mn read Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has urged Nigerians to embrace unity and strive for inclusive national economic development for the common good of the nation. He made this call during a special church service at the Government House Chapel in Enugu, marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence anniversary. Describing the anniversary as a milestone, Mbah highlighted […]
< 1 mn read Controversial social media personality VeryDarkMan has launched a legal counterattack against Bobrisky, threatening a N1 billion countersuit after Bobrisky’s legal team demanded an apology for an alleged defamation claim. Bobrisky accused VeryDarkMan of posting an AI-generated audio designed to damage his reputation. In a response on Instagram, VeryDarkMan stood by the recording, vowing to countersue […]