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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.

Cartoon of President bola Tinubu fighting for corruption in Nigeria by Salim the Informer

Cartoon of Bola Ahmed Tinubu fighting for corruption in Nigeria

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

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

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

BREAKING: Ekweremadu and Wife denied bail again, remanded in Prison till August

Ex-Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu and his wife, Beatrice have yet again been denied bail by a Westminster Court in the United Kingdom. The Senator and his wife are facing trial for allegedly coercing a minor that has been identified as David Ukpo to the UK to have his organ harvested to save the life of the Senator’s daughter, Sonia. Gavin Irwin was the counsel who represented Ekweremadu, while Szilvia Booker represented the wife. A high-powered Nigerian delegation was in court for the

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

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.

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

Oil & Gas News

Oil surged as a decision by the U.S. and other major economies to release emergency stockpiles failed to ease concerns of a major shortfall in supplies as sanctions mount on Russia

Insecurity in Nigeria (A Poem)

A nation in despair, A nation in fear, Where the people can't sleep And the future is unclear. Insecurity reigns, Terrorism gains, And the people are left To fend for their lives. Kidnappings and killings, Rapes and pillaging, The country is in chaos And the people are begging. Where is the government? Where is the help? The people are crying out But no one seems to hear. A nation in despair, A nation in fear, Where the people can't sleep And the future is unclear.

Nigeria’s Potential in Gas and Renewable Energy is Vast And Must Be Harnessed Effectively -Sen Jarig

The Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, DSSRS, has stated that Nigeria’s potential in gas and renewable energy is vast, and must be harnessed effectively by all relevant stakeholders in the oil and gas sector. The lawmaker made the remark earlier today as he attended the 2nd edition of “Domestic Gas And Gas Infrastructure Summit (DGGIS’23)” organized by the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industries Energy (is this an error?) (ACCI), Nigerian G

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

Digital Vice Chancellor Prof. Sunday Paul Bako in Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria Collaboration

Collaboration with Taraba state university

Edu Visit To Lagos: Ecstasy As she Provides Free Medical Outreach, Food Items In Oko Agbon Community

Inhabitants of Oko Agbon and other riverine communities in Lagos state were in a jubilant mood at the weekend as no fewer than 1,500 of them benefitted from the free medical outreach and distribution of food items by the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Edu. Betta Edu. The medical outreach was part of the minister's itinerary during her visit to the riverine area of the state to flag off the verification of the Expanded National Social Register. Aside from medical o

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

DweezyBwoiWonder Ropes In Nigeria Artist Izreel Jamez.

DweezyBwoiWonder ropes in Nigeria Artist on his new single.

Routinization of HPV Vaccine in Niger State, Nigeria.

Expanded Program on Immunization now includes HPV vaccine for girls aged 9-14 years in Nigeria.

Unveiling the Top Forex Trading Apps in Nigeria 🇳🇬

In our daliy lives, we tend to look for the best app to trade and safely deposit and withdraw our Money. Forex trading has become increasingly popular in Nigeria, offering individuals the opportunity to participate in the global currency exchange market. To engage in this lucrative endeavor, traders rely heavily on Forex trading apps. These applications not only provide access to the foreign exchange market but also offer tools and resources for making informed trading decisions. In this article