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Barr. Okoi Obono-Obla writes Tinubu, mobilizes public petitions against alleged MTN, Multichoice exp

By Akpan David, Calabar A former presidential aide, Obol Okoi Obono-Obla has submitted a petition to President Bola Tinubu over what he termed exploitative, criminal and very poor services by two South African firms, Multichoice Nigeria Ltd and Mobile Telephone Network (MTN). In the letter dated 6 November 2023, the activist and lawyer prayed the president to invoke the power vested in him by the provisions of Section 40 (4) of FCCPC and constitute the Consumers Protection and Competition Tribun

Why Nigerian youths travel abroad and will do all in their power to travel.

Unemployment and Underemployment: The Nigerian job market often struggles to absorb the large number of graduates and job seekers, resulting in high unemployment rates. Even those who manage to find work may be underemployed, working in jobs that do not match their qualifications. Youth Bulge: Nigeria has one of the largest youth populations globally. While this demographic can be a potential asset, it also means increased competition for limited opportunities, exacerbating unemployment issues.

Group Celebrates Nigeria's First Lady On Her Birthday

Group Celebrates Nigeria's First Lady On Her Birthday The Alimosho Unified Media (AUM )has express it's heartfelt wishes to the First Lady of Nigeria, H.E Oluwaremilekun Tinubu as she celebrates 63rd birthday anniversary. According to the group " Her Excellency is not just the wife of the President but also an influential figure in Nigeria, promoting causes that uplift and empower women and children". "Mrs. Tinubu has played a vital role in raising awareness about healthcare, education, and

Assessing the Democratic Failure in Nigeria: Challenges and Solutions

Introduction: Nigeria, often hailed as the "giant of Africa," has continuously struggled with democratic governance since its transition from military rule to democracy in 1999. Despite periodic elections being held, the nation has been marred by numerous democratic failures that have hindered its progress and development. This article aims to analyze the been struggling with numerous challenges on its path towards a successful democracy. While there have been positive strides, it is undeniable

NYG2023: 11 years Old Team Cross River Athlete scooped a Silver medal in 1500m

Earlier this year, on January 15th, she achieved a remarkable victory at the Gold Under-12 World School Athletic Trials in Ogun State, clocking an impressive time of 64 seconds. She continued to shine at the National Youth Games in Asaba, securing a silver medal in the 1500m event for team Cross River. Today, she's set to compete in the 800m race. Name: God'smind Nelson Eteng Date of Birth: March 1, 2012 Age: Eleven years old"

Sports Minister Postulates Growth of eSports in Nigeria Will Not be Overlooked

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has stated that Nigeria is enthusiastic about the potentials of eSports, also known as electronic sports or gaming sports. The Minister made the assertion during a meeting with organized Nigerian eSports proponents, led by Mr. Clinton Agbor Ayuk, at his office in Abuja. Senator Enoh expressed his faith in the promising future for the growth and advancement of eSports. He added that, sports as a sector provides Nigerian youths

Nigeria 400m Duo fail to Advance to next round @ World Athletics Championship 2023

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. In the World Athletics Championship (WCH) qualifiers, Nigerian athletes Dubem Nwachukwu and Imaobong Nse Uko both secured 6th place finishes in their respective events, the Men's and Women's 400m. Unfortunately, their times were not sufficient to progress to the next round. Imaobong Nse Uko finished with a time of 52.24s in the women's 400m, and Dubem Nwachukwu recorded a time of 45.60s in the men's 400m. Despite their efforts, the focus remains on other Nigerian athletes ai

Muhammad Sani Abdullahi is a young Nigerian journalist, democrat, and human rights activist.

Muhammad Sani Abdullahi is a young Nigerian journalist, democrat, and human rights activist.

Highways Of Horror

Nigerian highways of terror have recently become a nightmare for many road users. At several locations, passengers are vulnerable to violent attacks by armed men. Several road users were killed and several were abducted, which in 2021 has intensified in recent times. Even railway operations have not been left out in light of the threat of armed men. Dozens of passengers were killed, injured or abducted when robbers opened or opens fire on passengers, as might be the case on Monday, December 13,

TRANSFORMING WOMEN FOOTBALL IN NIGERIA

Ahead of the commencement of the professional women football league in Nigeria the challenges are numerous waiting for viable solutions 👇👇 👉Lack of Infrastructure: Inadequate facilities, training grounds, and stadiums for women's teams hinder player development and limit the growth of the sport. 👉Limited Funding: Women's football often receives less financial support compared to men's football, resulting in fewer opportunities for players and teams. 👉Gender Inequality: Societal norms and gender

13th African Games:Nigeria Gold rush gathers steam.

The Nigerian team competing in the 13th edition of the All African Games in Ghana achieved great success in the Freestyle Women's Wrestling category, bringing home six gold medals. The winners and their respective categories are: Blessing Genesis (50kg) defeating Emma Nekassa of Kenya, Ogunsanya Christiana (53kg) defeating Mohammad S. Of Egypt, Adekuroye Odunayo (57kg) defeating TBD, Kolowole Esther (62kg) defeating Kruger M of the Republic of South Africa, Oborodudu Blessing (68kg) defeating Ab

Genesis sanda wrote about Takum LGA history

Genesis sanda wrote Takum Local Government Area (LGA) in Taraba State, Nigeria, was created in June 1976 from Wukari LGA . It borders the Republic of Cameroon to the south and shares boundaries with Ussa and Donga LGAs. Takum is known for its diverse ethnic groups, including the Kuteb, Ichen, Kpanzon, Tiv, Chamba, Uhumkhigi, and Hausa. Here's a more detailed look at its history: Early History and Settlement: The area now known as Takum has been inhabited for centuries, with the Kuteb people beli

African Games 2024: Sports Minister Visits Team Nigeria’s Training Camps to Motivate Athletes

Charges athletes to deliver best ever appearance The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has issued a rallying call to Team Nigeria athletes, urging them to strive for excellence and make the 2024 African Games the nation's best appearance at the Games. Senator Enoh's call comes as Nigeria gears up to compete in the prestigious sporting event to be hosted in Accra, Ghana. In an impassioned address to the athletes during an interactive session on Wednesday, Senator E

WHAT IS NIGERIAN NATIONAL BIRD?

Imagine you go for a quiz and you're asked " For 1 million naira, what is Nigerian National Bird?" Simple question right? At least, you hear about super eagles, flying eagles and so on. There's also an eagle on the coat of arm. So, you open your mouth and say "Eagle". They tell you that you're wrong and now you're angry that you just lost 1 million naira. Okay, come back home. You won't miss it because I'm about to tell you. The eagle is Nigerian National ANIMAL. But when you're asked about Nige

Nigeria's elite soccer league boss Gbenga Elegbeleye has thrown his weight behind the proposed NDSF

Nigeria's elite soccer league boss Gbenga Elegbeleye has thrown his weight behind the proposed Niger Delta Sports Festival, scheduled for April 2025. The Nigeria Premier Football League Chairman also endorsed the nine Festival Ambassadors unveiled by organizers of the event. The Ondo State born administrator said the choice of former Olympic Games gold medalists Victor Ikpeba, Emmanuel Amuneke, Kanu Nwankwo, Enefiok Udo-Obong lays much credence to the event which is exclusively for the Niger Del

Nigeria 60k minimum wage headlines

NEWSMinimum Wage: Cut your salary to N60,000 – NNPP chieftain tells govsPublished on June 9, 2024By Musliudeen Adebayo A chieftain of New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo has advised governors across the country to cut down their salary if they are truly serving their people. Oguntoyinbo made this declaration in view of the rejection of the Federal Government’s proposed new monthly minimum wage of N60,000 by the state governors. DAILY POST reports that the Federa

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

THE NEED FOR GRASSROOTS SPORTS DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Sports hold a unique position in society, transcending cultural, social, and economic boundaries. In Nigeria, a nation with a rich sporting heritage, the need for grassroots sports development is imperative. This essay explores the significance of grassroots sports development in Nigeria, highlighting its potential benefits for the nation's youth, physical well-being, and global sporting competitiveness. a. Nurturing Young Talent: One of the primary reasons for investing in grassroots sports dev

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

Assessing Nigeria's Democratic system in the build up to the 2023 general election

Since 1999, Nigerians have gone to the polls every four years to elect new leaders. Olusegun Obasanjo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a former military head of state who had handed over power to a civilian administration in the 70s won the first election, & he successfully ran for re-election in 2003. His successor(also of the PDP) Mallam Umar Musa Yar'adua was a former governor of Katsina state. He won the 2007 presidential elections and had grand plans for taking the country forward but