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13th African games: The Minister is a man of his words-Favour Agbero (Weight lifter ,Team Nigeria

A pertinent concern Team Nigeria Athletes had at the beginning of the games was payment of their camping allowances and the issues bothering around it. Issues of delay and being shortchanged. The Minister of sports , Senator John Enoh gave his words and appealed to them to trust the process , he did not fail to corroborate the fact that trust was broken due to past experiences. The Sports Minister held a meeting with alll members of Team Nigeria in Ghana for the 13th African Games comprising

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

HON. AGNES ATSU RECEIVES AWARD OF HONOR FROM NIGERIA KIDS @ NAIJA KIDS TALENT HUNT/AWARDS 2024

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. In a vibrant display of appreciation and recognition, the Cultural Centre reverberated with jubilation as Hon. Agnes Atsu, the esteemed Commissioner for Sports Development of Cross River State, was honored with a prestigious award by Nigeria kids at the recently concluded Naija Kids Talent Hunt/Awards 2024. Despite her absence, Mrs. OBO, the secretary at the Cross River State Ministry of Sports Development, graciously accepted the award on her behalf, amidst an atmosphere of

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

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

Addressing Electricity Power Failure in Nigeria

By Cynthia Maduekwe Electricity power failure remains a persistent challenge in Nigeria, significantly impacting the daily lives of its citizens and hindering economic growth. This explores the root causes of power failures in Nigeria and proposes a multifaceted approach to address this critical issue. 1. Infrastructure Development: One of the primary reasons for power failures in Nigeria is the inadequate infrastructure. Investing in the development and maintenance of power generation, transmis

Tough Child

Not once did he feel father's love, nor sucked from the breast milk of a mother yet he knows what love is even though he love the wrong way. Tough child is a poem that shows the explicit torture a child went through during his transformation to a fully grown man. A man full of secret and open scar. An open scar with its own story, an open scar with the mark of pain and pride, an open scar which reveal a vulnerable yet dangerous man. Tough child is a child who was given birth to in an abandoned cave.Nobody knew his birth cause the mother who was supposed to create awareness couldn't as she was seen escaping into the cave with a pot belly and now on false labor. While running her water broke down, pushing out a child, blank became the storyline. I grew with an Old hag, she died I was given birth to. Tough Child grew up with no knowledge of himself cause the old hag didn't keep record of his birth, but she only knew the cave welcomed a child and a snake beside it.A tough child

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

7 SIGNIFICANT ROLES OF THE MEDIA IN SPORTS DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

By Ettah Emmanuel O. ( NaijablaseTv) The media plays a pivotal role in the development of sports by promoting, popularizing, and supporting various aspects of the industry. Its influence extends to fostering participation, generating revenue, creating role models, and providing comprehensive coverage that engages and informs audiences. PROMOTING SPORTS: The media acts as a powerful platform for promoting and popularizing various sports. Through coverage and broadcasting of sporting events, they

What The Nigeria Government Must Do To Attract Investors Into Sports - ETTAH EMMANUEL O.

To attract investors into sports, the Government of Nigeria can consider several strategies: 1. InFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT: Invest in modern sports facilities, stadiums, and training centers to create an attractive environment for athletes and spectators. 2. REGULATORY FRAMEWORK: Establish clear and transparent regulations for sports investments, including tax incentives and legal protections for investors. 3. PROMOTION OF LOCAL TALENTS: Develop grassroots sports programs to identify and nurtur

Japa syndrome: Nigeria’s hardship and the pursuit for a better life

In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a growing phenomenon known as the Japa syndrome this term, derived from a local slang meaning to escape or run away, encompasses the daily struggles faced by Nigerians due to lack of jobs, low economic growth, bad governance, and a flawed legal system. The term Japa syndrome explores the hardships experienced by Nigerians, their decision to study, live, and work abroad, and the implication this has for their future and the future of the country.The struggle

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

Nigeria – The People Fight Back Against Central Bank Cryptocurrency Limitations

Nigeria's national bank as of late stood out as truly newsworthy authorizing digital currency limitations on how the nation's financial area functions. In particular, CBN reminded managed monetary organizations yesterday that a 2017 guideline disallows them from working with digital currency exchanges or working with installments for trades. In a public statement intended to exhibit the reasoning for the limitation.backers who place a high worth on standing have been wound down from cryptographic forms of money due to the harming impacts of the far reaching utilization of digital currencies for criminal operations. Restricting the capacity of financial backers to work through customary Nigerian monetary clearinghouses to purchase, sell, or exchange digital currency, the bank overlooked the apparent notoriety of cryptographic money exchanging inside the nation and made a few contentions that cryptographic money advocates consider being mistaken.

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

Barr. Okoi Obono-Obla writes Tinubu, mobilizes public petitions against alleged MTN, Multichoice exp

By Akpan David, Calabar A former presidential aide, Obol Okoi Obono-Obla has submitted a petition to President Bola Tinubu over what he termed exploitative, criminal and very poor services by two South African firms, Multichoice Nigeria Ltd and Mobile Telephone Network (MTN). In the letter dated 6 November 2023, the activist and lawyer prayed the president to invoke the power vested in him by the provisions of Section 40 (4) of FCCPC and constitute the Consumers Protection and Competition Tribun

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

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