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Sports Minister Welcomes Deaf Eagles, Congratulates Team on Nigeria's First Appearance at World Deaf

_Ministry to begin work on making deaf sports mandatory at National Sports Festivals and Youth Games_ The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, today welcomed back Nigeria's Men's Deaf football team, also called the "Deaf Eagles", in Abuja, after their participation at the 4th edition of the World Deaf Football Championships that took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The Minister hailed the team for their outing as they made Nigeria proud. Nigeria was a first time pa

The case of Autism in Nigeria.

AUTISM IN NIGERIA. "To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members." -Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon. Autism is a popular phenomenon that was coined in 1911 by the German psychiatrist Eugen Bleuler to describe a symptom of the most severe cases of schizophrenia. This is a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors

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,

PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES NIGERIA'S ICON OF INTEGRITY AND PATRIOTISM, FORMER PRESIDENT BUHARI

Ending HIV/AIDS Stigmatization: A Call to Eliminate Discrimination - A Case Study of Nigeria

INTRODUCTION HIV/AIDS, a global health crisis that has affected millions of lives, is not just a medical condition; it is also a battle against stigma and discrimination. While great strides have been made in the fight against HIV/AIDS, the stigma associated with the virus continues to persist, particularly in countries like Nigeria. This article explores the pressing issue of HIV/AIDS stigmatization and discrimination in Nigeria and emphasizes the importance of eliminating it for the sake of pu

The Nigeria Flag

The Nigeria Flag was design by Taiwo Akinkunmi in 1959 and was hoisted on 1st of October 1960 on independence day.

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

NNL Media Release: NNL boss, Aluo visits NPFL strategic partners, GTI

ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Chairman of the nation’s second- tier league the Nigeria National League (NNL), Mr George Aluo on Monday paid a courtesy call to the Group Managing Director (GMD) of GTI Abubakar Lawal. GTI, an Investment Banking outfit, it would be noted, are the strategic partners of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). According to NNL media, the visit is one of the moves being made by the new NNL chairman to reach out to corporate bodies and other stakeholders in a bid to reposi

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