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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

Nigeria Premier Football League Board Releases Draw 2023/2024

Shooting Stars will begin their campaign in the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League season with a formidable opponent Plateau United. The draw was conducted in Abuja on Tuesday as the league is set to start in less than 2 weeks. According to the draw conducted the Oluyole Warriors will host the Jos-based club at the Lekan Salami Adamasingba Stadium, Ibadan. The two teams last season ended in a draw at the same venue but Shooting Stars under coach Gbenga Ogunbote will aim to start on a winn

Proper Coordination of Humanitarian Responses In Nigeria, will reduce duplication and improve result

....As UN Agency Promises 2024 Intervention Funds To Support Humanitarian Trust Fund The Federal government has reiterated the need for all development partners, including the United Nations agencies providing humanitarian services in Nigeria to be properly coordinated by the government and to make decisions during planning for 2024 based on priorities of Government. * According to the federal government, the era of rendering duplicating humanitarian services and wasting minimal resources in the

Minister of Humanitarian Affairs ( Dr Betta Edu to Deploy GPS in Palliative distributions.

PUBLISHED BY : ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, has vowed to deploy technology such as GPS, in distributing fuel subsidy palliatives and other poverty alleviation items to Nigerians across the country. The minister, who disclosed this during an interview with ARISE NEWS on Wednesday, said the present administration would involve the private sector and development partners in eradicating poverty in the country. She said: “As it concerns the pa

CONFERENCE OF NIGERIA POLITICAL PARTIES (CNPP) CONGRATULATES SEN. PRINCE BASSEY EDET OTU ON APPEAL C

The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties(CNPP)Cross River State Chapter Congratulates His Excellency Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu on another resounding appeal court victory. Speaking to this news agency in Calabar shortly after the appeal court judgement which reaffirm Sen. Prince Bassey Otu as the governor of Cross River State, the Chairman of CNPP Pst. Odung Michael said the appeal court reaffirmation of Sen. Otu as the Governor of Cross River State is victory for democracy, it's victory to

2023 Carnival Calabar: CRSG Injects New Innovations Into Festival, Promises 32-Day Non-stop Fun

(By Kingsley Agim) Cross River State Government has promised tourism enthusiasts and fun seekers all over the world a 32-day high-octane, well-packaged and fun-filled activities with the infusion of new innovations to the 2023 Carnival Calabar International Festival beginning in December. Speaking to newsmen after the maiden meeting of the 2023 Carnival Calabar Festival Planning Committee, the Special Adviser on Event Management and Chairman of the Committee, Mr. Effiong Ekpenyong, said the high

RT. HON. HILARY BISONG DECORATED "PATRON" OF THE NIGERIA HUNTERS & FOREST SECURITY SERVICE, CRS

PLEDGES TO GIVE HIS BEST, CALLS ON GOVT'S SUPPORT FOR JOB CREATION Chief Whip of the Cross River State House of Assembly and Member Representing Boki II State Constituency, Rt. Hon. Hilary Ekpang Bisong JP, FCPA, has said that job creation must go beyond political appointments and handouts, if government's first responsibility of securing lives and property is to be achieved. He made this declaration when Officers and men of the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service, Cross River State Com

SUPER EAGLES SUPPORTERS CLUB DECORATES AGNES ATSU AS PATRON

The Commissioner for Sport Development, Hon Agnes Atsu has expressed her delight to members of Super Eagles Supporters Club over their visit to the Ministry of Sports Development, she described the visit as important and critical, and assured the members of the supporters club of her commitment to their vision and missionas it is inline with her goal of advancing sports especially football. She said the place of sports in human development cannot be over emphasized especially as it relates to

Paris 2024: Nigeria Olympians Association Commends Sports Minister and Solicits for Synergy

... Inducts him as a member of the Nigeria Olympian Association On Wednesday, April 24th, 2024, the Executive Board of the Nigerian Olympians Association visited the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, to commend his vision and achievements in the field of sports development since he assumed office. During the visit, Olumide Ayodeji OLY, the President of the Association, expressed their desire to not only support the Minister's vision but also contribute to the growth of spo

NAMES & CONTACTS OF 20 NIGERIA PREMIER FOOTBALL LEAGUE(NPFL)CLUBS' MEDIA OFFICERS FOR 2023/24 SEASON

(1) Katsina United FC (Katsina): Media Officer: Nasir Gide WhatsApp No: 08188864467 (2) Abia Warriors FC (Umuahia): Media Officer: Solomon Igwe WhatsApp No: 0803 6451094 (3) Plateau United FC(Jos): Media Officer: Yaksat Maklet WhatsApp No: 08032106789 (4) Sunshine Stars (Akure): Media Officer: Mike Akintunde WhatsApp No: 09024403934 (5) Kwara United (Ilorin): Media Officer: Jimoh Bashir and Ibitoye WhatsApp No: 08162380060 (6) Heartland FC(Owerri, Imo State): Media Officer: Solomon Onu WhatsApp

MYSTERY OF LOVE

Sometimes love doesn't give you what you want cos it obsesses you and messes you up that expressing it becomes difficult . It drives you so crazy that you become perplex on the action to take. A times ,how the person you wanna profess the love react determine how it is been confessed. Wishing to be loved most is the dream of everyone. I wish ,i would be cuddled by that person who loved me most? I wish i would be cared for by that person whom i loved most? these are every one 's love wish. Cos