2 mn read The Esther Matthew Tonlagha Foundation (EMTF) has made significant strides in empowering lives in the Niger Delta region by transforming the futures of 17 young men and women with essential skills for sustainable livelihoods. EMTF Graduation Ceremony Marks a New Beginning On Friday, September 13, 2024, EMTF held its Batch A graduation ceremony at the […]

< 1 mn read The Police Service Commission (PSC) monitoring team has arrived in Edo State to oversee police conduct during the upcoming governorship election on Saturday. The team aims to ensure that police officers maintain neutrality and professionalism throughout the electoral process. This deployment serves as a clear warning to police officers that any misconduct or failure to […]

< 1 mn read Nigeria’s rivers, roads, and mines have become increasingly perilous, with rising fatalities across these sectors. Recent boat accidents in Zamfara State, claiming sixty-four lives, and an earlier incident in Bayelsa State, which resulted in over twenty deaths, highlight the severe safety issues. The root causes include weak safety standards, inadequate regulations, and the failure of […]

2 mn read The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) has highlighted key strategies for liberating workers from the worsening economic crisis in Nigeria. According to NASU, the critical measures include skill development and education, entrepreneurship, participation in the informal economy, advocacy and unionisation, and government interventions. NASU’s General Secretary, Prince Peters Adeyemi, shared these […]

< 1 mn read The Whillz Trust Foundation, through its Youth-led Electoral Reform Project, has emphasized the importance of restoring confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process with the upcoming governorship election in Edo State on September 21. The Foundation urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to ensure a transparent and fair election, devoid of political influence. […]

< 1 mn read Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has dissolved the caretaker chairmen of all 44 local government areas, effective immediately. This decision was announced by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature. The dissolution follows a recent extension granted by the state House of Assembly, which had extended the chairmen’s tenure for two months beyond the original expiration […]

< 1 mn read Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), has urged graduating Cadets of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) to rise to the high expectations of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Addressing them at the NDA 2024 ‘Beating of the Retreat’ and Prize Giving Ceremony on September 18, Abubakar emphasized the need for […]

< 1 mn read Recent developments suggest that fish supplies in Nigeria might face shortages due to the abandonment of consignments at various seaports. Industry sources attribute this issue to foreign exchange crises and increased port charges, which have elevated the landing costs of fish. Vicky Haastrup, Chairman of the Seaport Terminal Operators of Nigeria (STOAN) and CEO of […]

< 1 mn read Approximately 1.6 million Nigerians are currently working under forced labour, according to the International Labour Organisation (ILO). The ILO’s report, titled “Acting against Forced Labour: an Assessment of Investment Requirements and Economic Benefits,” reveals that liberating these individuals and integrating them into the formal workforce could lead to a global GDP increase of $611 billion. […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is set to advance Nigeria’s tax system by introducing various incentives designed to integrate informal sector players into the tax framework. FIRS Executive Chairman, Zacch Adedeji, outlined these plans during a Private Sector Stakeholders’ Engagement in Lagos, organized by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and FIRS. […]

< 1 mn read As schools across Nigeria resume for the new academic session, many parents are grappling with the financial strain caused by the recent hike in petrol prices. This increase has led to a rise in costs associated with education, including transportation, school supplies, and tuition fees. In Lagos, where many families rely on private vehicles or […]

< 1 mn read The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has condemned the ongoing developments between the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Refinery, labeling them as fraudulent. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, attributed the recent price disputes between NNPC and the refinery to government policy inconsistencies. Ajaero criticized the lack of choice and competition in a deregulated economy, […]

< 1 mn read The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, the Police, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have issued a stern warning to anyone planning to disrupt the Edo State governorship election. They have committed to ensuring that the election is conducted in a free, fair, and credible manner. General Musa emphasized the […]

2 mn read The Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), led by President Obinna Iwuno, has reiterated its commitment to collaborating with regulatory bodies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other relevant agencies. This partnership aims to build a structured and transparent blockchain ecosystem in Nigeria. As a self-regulatory organization, SiBAN is focused […]

< 1 mn read Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) candidate in the 2023 presidential election, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to ensure a free, fair, and credible governorship election in Edo State on September 21. Speaking at the grand finale rally for Olumide Akpata, LP’s candidate for the Edo governorship election, […]