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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 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

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

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

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.

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

Good and Bad things about Nigeria

Good and Bad things about Nigeria from the beginning

Uncovering the Impact of Recent Political Unrest on the Fabric of Our country Nigeria. Ruth Onize

In recent months, our country has been engulfed in a wave of political unrest and protests that have left society divided and disheartened. From controversial policy decisions to ongoing social justice movements, the landscape of our nation is constantly evolving. In this feature article, we delve into the current events shaping our country and explore the impact they have on the fabric of our nation. Nigeria has been facing various political unrest and challenges in recent years, which have had

Asisat Oshoala: The UNDISPUTED 2023 Africa Women's Footballer Of The Year

Asisat Oshoala: The UNDISPUTED 2023 Africa Women's Footballer Of The Year 🇳🇬 Asisat Oshoala is the greatest African female footballer of all time, boasts an illustrious career path, commencing at FC Robo🇳🇬 and presently gracing the field at Barcelona Femini🇪🇦. She stands as the remarkable 4th all-time scorer for Barcelona, notching an impressive 107 goals. Yet, eclipsing the incumbent all-time top scorer, "Jennifer Hermoso," with her astounding 181 goals who departed the club this year will requ

Nigeria Football Supporters Club expels member over alleged anti-Club offences

Nigerian Football Supporters’ Club has announced the expulsion of one of its members, Olarotimi Najim Akinloye, vice President of the club’s association, Ivory Coast chapter The founder and the President-General of the association, Dr. Rafiu Ladipo, explained the reasons for the expulsion of the member, popularly called ‘Laaro,’ as taking advantage of the President in charge of the Ivory Coast chapter, Sunday Oki, who was sick at the time. He made the announcement in a press briefing that was he

COP28: Islamic Development Bank to Assist Nigeria Improve Humanitarian Intervention.

....Dr. Betta Edu meets President of Islamic Development Bank Al-Jasser; Says Its Time For Action On Climate Change Induced Humanitarian Crises. Buoyed by President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda which seeks to reduce humanitarian crises and alleviate poverty in Nigeria, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has pledged to help the country scale up its response to a humanitarian crisis and its drive to reduce the poverty index through the new Climate Change Adaptation Policy “fair, inclusive,

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

NIGERIA'S KAKISTOCRACY AMIDST RAVAGING ECONOMIC CHALLENGES - DR. BASSEY OKRI

By: Dr. Bassey Okri (JP) 11th June, 2024 Introduction Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and most populous nation, has long been touted as a land of vast potential. Yet, despite its abundant natural resources and human capital, the country continues to grapple with economic instability, corruption, and inefficient governance. Many Nigerians and observers alike have come to describe the country’s political and economic situation as a kakistocracy a government run by the least qualified and most un

NIGERIA IS GETTING HOT TODAY

It is no more a reminder but it is an action stage today as the presidential/Senatorial/Federal representative election of 2023 is coming up today, 25th of February in Nigeria. People from different area of the country will be coming out to vote for the candidate of their choice. The following are the presidential candidate with more followers: Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu of All Progressive Party (APC), Peter obi of Labour Party (LP), Atiku Abubakar of People's Democratic Party and Rabiu Musa Kwan

NaijaBlaseTv Celebrating a Visionary Leader: Happy Birthday, Mr Ojong Agbor!

On this special day, we come together to celebrate you, a remarkable leader who has dedicated their life to serving the people with compassion and wisdom. As you mark another year of your invaluable presence in our lives, we ask for blessings and guidance to continue shining a light of hope and inspiration to those you lead. May the Almighty grant you the strength and resilience to carry the weight of leadership with grace, and may your heart be filled with unwavering determination to create pos

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed an application by Emeka Ihedioh

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed an application by Emeka Ihedioha of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking to be issued a certificate of return as the rightful governor of Imo State. In a ruling read by Justice Tijjani Abubakar on Tuesday, the apex court held that Ihedioha’s application lacked merit and was unnecessary and vexatious. The court also awarded N40 million in costs against Ihedioha’s lawyer, Mike Ozekhome, for bringing the matter before the court. The ruling effectivel