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EDUN COMMENDS OUTGOING WORLD BANK COUNTRY DIRECTOR, LAUDS ORGANISATION'S IMPACT ON NIGERIA'S ECONOMY

FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FINANCE, ABUJA PRESS RELEASE EDUN COMMENDS OUTGOING WORLD BANK COUNTRY DIRECTOR, DR SHUBHAM CHAUDHARI, LAUDS ORGANISATION'S IMPACT ON NIGERIA'S ECONOMY The Honourable Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, has commended the outgoing World Bank Country Director, Dr. Shubham Chaudhari for his Significant Contributions to Nigeria's Economic Growth At an event held in Abuja, hosted by the Honourable Minister in honour of the out-going World

Peter Obi Still Very Determined to See a Nigeria that Works.

* Written by: Emeka Obasi Reports for POEM. Anybody expecting a downcast man in HE Peter Obi after the judgment of the Presidential Election Petition Court last Wednesday, was certainly up the wrong tree. It is not in PO's character to pause in any journey without reaching the destination. Those privileged to be around when he welcomed some members of the press to his residence at Onitsha yesterday, September 7, must have noticed a man sound in physical, mental and psychological state. And more

AFRICAN GAMES 2024: NIGERIA ATHLETE OFFIONG EDEM SHINES IN TABLE TENNIS, ADVANCES TO SEMIFINALS

BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Offiong Edem has made history by becoming the first Nigerian to secure a spot in the semifinals of the table tennis women's singles at the prestigious 13th African Games being held in Accra, Ghana. Amidst tough competition, she has emerged as a standout player, standing as the sole survivor representing Nigeria in the women's singles category. Edem's journey to the semifinals was undoubtedly challenging, marked by fierce competition and intense matches. Her determination, s

Arrest of Binance executives shakes up Nigeria’s crypto ecosystem, again

Nigeria’s crypto scene has been rocked by another wave of regulatory crackdown, as two senior executives of Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, were detained by the authorities on suspicion of currency manipulation and illicit flows. The arrest comes amid a series of measures taken by the Nigerian government to curb the use of cryptocurrencies and stabilize the naira, which has plunged to record lows against the US dollar. Binance, which has a large user base in Nigeria, has been accus

RT. HON. HILARY BISONG DEDICATES NEWBORN TWINS TO GOD.

It is indeed a season of Thanksgiving to God for his wonderful deeds, as the family of *Rt. Hon. Hilary Ekpang Bisong* , Member Boki II State Constituency, Cross River House of Assembly, on 1st September dedicated their newborn set of twins, a bouncing baby boy and girl, to God. While expressing their Joy during the celebration, the obviously elated couples said God has blessed the family unceasingly. They announced that no miracle is greater than waiting on the Lord for many years in expectatio

*LIONS CLUB DISTRICT 404A3 NIGERIA HOLDS REGION AND ZONE CHAIRPERSONS/CABINET OFFICERS RETREAT*

The brand new District 404 A3 took off on a bright note on Saturday the first day in July with a retreat for Region and Zone Chairpersons/Cabinet Officers at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, Alausa Ikeja put together by the GAT team, headed by Lion Olawale Afolabi. The District Governor, Lion Adeniyi Balogun, kicked off the retreat with his opening/welcome remarks via Zoom app. which detailed the plans and goals of the District for the Lions year. The retreat was an absolute su

SHINING A LIGHT ON NIGERIA'S FUTURE: VALENTINE OZIGBO ENDORSES PIONEERING SOLAR POWER PROJECT

September 29, 2023 LAGOS — A monumental stride was taken towards addressing Nigeria's electricity challenge as Auxano Solar unveiled its state-of-the-art 100 megawatts (MW) Solar PV manufacturing plant in Ibeju Lekki, Lagos. The trailblazing facility, which began conception in 2020, was launched on Thursday, September 28, 2023 by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by Engr. Ayodele Antonio of the State Ministry of Energy. Notably, Auxano Solar Nigeria Ltd which was co-fo

Starlink enters the African market with first launch in Nigeria.

Nigeria has become the first country in Africa to see a commercial launch of satellite broadband services by Starlink, the satellite internet business of SpaceX. The firm’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites are designed to offer high speed, low latency broadband internet in remote and rural locations across the globe. The service is currently priced at NGN19,260 (USD41.8) per month, while hardware costs NGN268,584. As previously reported by TeleGeography’s CommsUpdate , Starlink received licences

CRS Ministry of Sports Dev’t Celebrate a Visionary Leader Sen. Prince Otu as He Marks His birthday

The Management and Staff of the Ministry of Sports Development joins esteemed Cross Riverians to extend heartfelt felicitations to the People-First Governor, Sen Bassey Edet Otu, on the joyous occasion of his birthday. We acknowledge you as a visionary leader with a deep commitment to the welfare of citizens. May your life's journey be continually blessed, graced with wisdom, knowledge, and understanding as you guide the state to even greater heights in the days to come. Amen. Hon. Agnes Atsu Co

The effect of domestics violence in Nigeria society

In Nigeria, domestic violence is a serious and widespread problem. According to the Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey, nearly one in four women has experienced physical violence from their husband or partner. Domestic violence has a devastating impact on individuals, families, and society as a whole. For victims, the effects of domestic violence can be severe and long-lasting. Victims may suffer physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial hardship. In extreme cases, they may even los

African Games 2023: Sports Minister Urges Team Nigeria to Light Up Tracks,As Athletics Begins Monday

As the 2023 African Games enters a new week, anticipation is high for a thrilling display of athleticism, particularly in the track and field events. With a formidable contingent of 54 athletes, Nigeria is poised to make a significant impact in the event taking place in Accra. Leading the charge for Nigeria is none other than Tobiloba Amusan, the world record holder in the 100m hurdles event. Amusan's unrivaled dominance on the continent is set to be extended as she seeks to further solidify her

AFCON Final Bound: Nigeria's Eagles Symbolize Strength and Determination"- Sports Minister

Says victory is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and resilience of team The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has lauded the exceptional performance of the Senior Men's National team of Nigeria, describing them as an "unstoppable force" after their semifinal win over South Africa on Wednesday evening. In a thrilling match that captured the hearts of millions, the Super Eagles of Nigeria soared to victory against the Bafana Bafana, securing their place in

Insecurity in Nigeria: The Cynicism Behind Politics and Religion

Nigeria is currently faced by the challenging insecurity confronting the social and economic spaces currently occupied by Nigerians. It has been a subject one of attacks to another in the various geopolitical zones of the country. The current state of insecurity in the country is baffling. Nigerians hardly sleep comfortably with their eyes closed! The International Monetary Fund and World Health Organization have stated that 57 percent of Nigerians live below the poverty line. The majority live

Educational feature Decline of educational standards in Nigeria BY EDWARD EMMANUEL

Over the years, education has proven to be the hub facilitating national development in any be state. Through education, knowledge is accrued and in turn dictates the tempo of development, because, through the creative process of the mind, innovation is made. However, it is pathetic to see the falling standard of education in Nigeria today. The failure in students’ academic performance nowadays is alarming. Many students perform poorly in both internal and external examinations. The massive fail

JUST A THROWBACK

Let's have a bit of throwback! I remember when I and my sister were given ₦1(one naira) as pocket money to purchase snacks during break time in school. I would take 50kobo and give her 50kobo.🙂 With ₦1, we could purchase chin-chin, kuli-kuli, sweets, and other snacks. I could still remember using the coin as a tool in drawing the National Coat of Arm. I would place the coin under my note book and shade. Then boom! It appears on my notebook as though it was done by a professional artist 😂. At ho

Lobo Day in Ugep and its Significance in the Leboku New Yam Festival:

By OKOI OBONO-OBLA Lobo is a day of playful comedy, relief, fun and laughter all rolled into one. In actuality, it is the day of appeasement and thanksgiving to the Almighty God for a successfully completed celebration of Leboku. It is also a day where young adult males are expected to pick their chosen ones from the harem of beautiful maidens wearing the spiral bangles ‘Liman’ to parade the streets with them. The significance of Lobo is to demonstrate or show that they have won their hearts. M

Professor Ekanem Ikpi Braide, first Female President of the Nigeria Academy of Science

The Nigerian Academy of Science, is one of the most prestigious learned forums in Nigeria. On Thursday, 28th of January, 2021, history was made when the academy inducted Cross River born Professor Ekanem Ikpi Braide FAS as President of the Nigerian Academy of Science. Prof Braide, is the 19th President of the Academy, and is the Academy’s first female President in 44 years of existence. Professor Braide, a professor of Parasitology/Epidemiology was a member of the national committee that achiev

His Excellency Mr. Valentine Ozigbo Celebrate His Beloved Anambra State @ 32

Dear Ndi Anambra, As we mark the 32nd anniversary of our great state, it is with immense pride and gratitude that I reflect on the journey that has led us here. Anambra State, indeed, the 'Light of the Nation,' lives up to its name thanks to the contributions, sacrifices, and indomitable spirit of Ndi Anambra. I salute the great sons and daughters of Anambra, those who have brought honour to our land through various sectors, including business, education, healthcare, governance, sports, entertai

Sports Minister Supports Team Nigeria at African Athletics Senior Championships 2024

Appreciates President for his leadership and support for Nigerian sports Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has stated that he decided to be on ground to support Team Nigeria at the ongoing African Athletics Senior Championships 2024, so as to witness athletes welfare first hand and provide support to the Nigerian contingent in Douala, Cameroon. Senator Enoh made the statement on Wednesday, as he pledged to be accessible at all times and provide the much-needed su

Dr. Betta Edu Makes President Tinubu's Administration Proud In Netherlands - Nigeria Envoy, Ajayi.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration has been described as a government that knows how to head-hunt and harvest intellectual professionals imbued with the Renewed Hope road-map on poverty alleviation and humanitarian challenges not only in Nigeria but on the continent of Africa. Nigeria's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Netherlands, Dr. Eniola Ajayi, made this known when she received the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Ed, and her entourage to the Nigeri