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COP28: Islamic Development Bank to Assist Nigeria Improve Humanitarian Intervention.

....Dr. Betta Edu meets President of Islamic Development Bank Al-Jasser; Says Its Time For Action On Climate Change Induced Humanitarian Crises. Buoyed by President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda which seeks to reduce humanitarian crises and alleviate poverty in Nigeria, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has pledged to help the country scale up its response to a humanitarian crisis and its drive to reduce the poverty index through the new Climate Change Adaptation Policy “fair, inclusive,

NIGERIA: A MIRAGE - BASSEY OKRI

By: Bassey Okri (JP) 12th June, 2024 Introduction Nigeria, often referred to as the "Giant of Africa," presents a paradox that bewilders both its citizens and international observers. Despite its immense natural resources, rich cultural heritage, and significant human capital, the nation seems to be perpetually teetering on the brink of potential and peril. The contradictions that define Nigeria are as vast as its geographical landscape, creating a mirage of greatness that is often out of reach.

1996 Olympic History,Africas first football gold medal,Nigeria’s feat, documented through film

Ministry Signs Partnership with Homelands Films The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has announced a transformative initiative to celebrate Nigeria's Dream Team's 1996 Olympic gold medal win, stating that while celebrating one of the nation's greatest sports night, the Ministry will use the power of storytelling to inspire a new generation of Nigerian sportsmen and women, fostering a sense of pride, dedication, patriotism, and resilience. Senator Enoh made the st

ADDRESSING WATERWAYS SAFETY IN NIGERIA: A CALL FOR GOVERNMENT ACTION - ETTAH EMMANUEL O.

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. (NaijaBlaseTv) The recent tragic death of Junior Pop, one of Nigeria's top actors, while on a boat voyage for a movie, has once again highlighted the urgent need for improved safety measures on Nigeria's waterways. This incident underscores the grave consequences of negligence and the lack of safety precautions for individuals traveling via boats and canoes in waterline areas across the country. It is imperative for the federal government to take proactive steps to ensure th

Hon.Sunday Dare Hails Nigeria's Journey of Unbroken Democracy,

Commends President Tinubu’s Visionary Leadership

Is That a Giant Still Wearing a Pant?

IS THAT A GIANT STILL WEARING A PANT? Indeed there was a country Now a cynical kind of Eden And in this Eden things fall apart Ties ripping apart Blamed on devil's tit for tat. Wait o, is that a giant still wearing a pant?! A grand neither where it was nor where it should be? With rivers where fishes drown or even die of thirst? Where the abnormal is normal and the normal, abnormal? Where the most expensive is cheap and the cheapest, costly? The beautiful is ugly and the ugly is beautiful? Is th

Nigeria U19 maiden participation at the ICC Cricket World cup in Malaysia excites NSC

Approves Foreign Training tour in India for the team The National Sports Commission, NSC, has approved a foreign training tour in India for the Nigeria U19 Women team who are currently preparing to feature at this year's ICC U19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup, slated for Malaysia from the 18th of January 2025. The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon, Bukola Olopade, revealed that the Commission is working closely with the Nigeria Cricket Federation, in the area of logistics ,

CROSS RIVER HOSTED HISTORIC NIGERIA SECONDARY SCHOOLS FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE (NSSFFL) 2025 IN CALABAR

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O Lagos Triumphs with 2 golds🥇 , Team Akwa Ibom 2 silvers🥈 , Cross River 1 Bronze 🥉& Abuja 1 bronze 🥉 By Ettah Emmanuel O. The ancient city of Calabar marked a historic milestone as it hosted the Nigeria Secondary Schools Flag Football League, bringing together nine states at the renowned U. J. Esuene Stadium from January 14th to 16th, 2025. The grand finale of the competition was officially launched by the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, on Thursday

Graphic art Cartoon of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya Governor of Gombe State at Work b Salim Gombe

Graphic art Cartoon of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya Governor of Gombe State at Work by Salim Abubakar Gombe

JUST FOR HIM

My heart pants and beats for him, His physique arouses my emotion and makes me flabbergasted. His breath is like fresh air that blows to cool my temper. I sort for help but there was none,then he came and mend my weary heart. His laughter and charming smiles kills every pain in my heart. His smartness and Intelligence gives the solution to every puzzle in my life. I sort for more of him but couldn't find any like him. His benevolent act towards people around me makes me excited and feel safe a

Nigeria causing vaccine derived poliovirus spread to neighbouring countries-WHO

The World Health Organisation has expressed concerns over the possible outbreak of the vaccine-derived poliovirus, also known as CVDPV2, and is also concerned about the poor quality of supplementary immunisation

BLUE BYTES (GENESIS) CHAPTER 2: HOTSHOT: #10: BAKASI

ONE GOD AND THREE CHICKS? IT'S MOMENTS LIKE THIS HE LOVES TO LAST FOREVER AND SADLY THEY DON'T

BLUE BYTES (GENESIS): CHAPTER 2: HOTSHOT: #9: CASSANOVA

BLUE IS LOADED AND LIKE MOST YOUNG MEN WILL ENJOY HIS DAYZ(MONEY) HOW HE SEES FIT

BLUE BYTES (GENESIS) CHAPTER 2: #7: BULLY

NO REMORSE, NO EMPATHY, THE ONLY WAY TO FIGHT A BULLY IS WITH POWER

ALAKETU OF KETU CONGRATULATES TOBI AMUSAN ON HER GREAT ACHIEVEMENT

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY OBA AJIBADE ADEBOWALE ADEGBITE, ORIMADEGUN 1, ALAKETU OF KETU YORUBA LAND, BENIN REPUBLIC, CONGRATULATES TOBI AMUSAN ON HER GREAT ACHIEVEMENT

S2023: INEC rejects expansion of cutoff time for party primaries

The Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has expressed that the June 3 cutoff time for ideological groups primaries and different courses of events for the 2023 political decision stays consecrated. Yakubu expressed this at INEC's quarterly consultative gathering with heads of 18 enlisted ideological groups on Tuesday in Abuja. The INEC supervisor talked as the IPAC National Chairman, Yabagi Sani, engaged the Commission to broaden the June 3 cutoff t

GBOLERU RULING HOUSE OF IKIRUN CRIED OUT, ALLEGED INJUSTICE IN SELECTION OF NEW AKINRUN

The Gboleru Ruling House of Ikirun which is the next to produce the next Akinrun of Ikirun has raised alarm that the State Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs wanted to pick the new Oba from Obaara Ruling House against the existing rotation arrangement.

Nigeria Election

A fiery race for ambition, hopes and dreams of a new nation. Disruption, chaos and disruption all under the banner of election. People on their toes, giving it a go ideologies clash, political divide show. Days pass away but their hearts will not decieve keep their fingers crossed it's the will of people they must receive. Voices calling, shouting to be heard anxiously forced to cast the ballot. One man's voice shall guide the flock bringing us closer to the state we look. Gather together, march

"Unlocking the Nutritional Powerhouse: What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Walnuts Every Day"

Walnuts are inherently nutritious and play a crucial role in safeguarding our bodies against nutritional deficiencies. These remarkable nuts belong to a family of 20 distinct species distributed worldwide. Among these species lies the African walnut which is scientifically identified as Tetracarpidium conophorum. It thrives in various regions across Africa, including Nigeria, Togo, Cameroon, the Republic of the Congo, Sierra Leone, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Nigeria, this wholesome

FUEL PRICES IN NIGERIA

Two months ago, President Bola Tinubu, in his inaugural speech, declared the removal of fuel subsidy, with the claims that the current 2023 budget did not include it. Although the decision was to commence in June, we saw an immediate hike in fuel prices from about ₦195 to over ₦500. Barely two months later, there has been another hike, with the NNPC increasing fuel prices from the previous ₦537 to ₦617 per litre, attributing it to increased crude oil prices in the international market. These rec