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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

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

AFCON Quarterfinalist Éric Chelle Expresses Dream to Coach Super Eagles of Nigeria

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. French born Coach Éric Chelle, of Mali has expressed his dream of coaching the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Chelle, who guided the Malian team to the quarter-finals of the last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and secured a 2-0 victory over Nigeria in a recent friendly match, shared his aspiration in a recent interview. The former Lens captain stated that it would be an honour and a proud moment for him to coach Nigeria. He said Super Eagles have a rich history and immense talent,

*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

TRANSFORMING WOMEN FOOTBALL IN NIGERIA

Ahead of the commencement of the professional women football league in Nigeria the challenges are numerous waiting for viable solutions 👇👇 👉Lack of Infrastructure: Inadequate facilities, training grounds, and stadiums for women's teams hinder player development and limit the growth of the sport. 👉Limited Funding: Women's football often receives less financial support compared to men's football, resulting in fewer opportunities for players and teams. 👉Gender Inequality: Societal norms and gender

Nigeria Wrestling Federation Felicitate Sen.Owan Eno on his appointment as the Minister of Sports

The Nigeria Wrestling Federation led by Champion Daniel Igali has felicitated with Senator John Owan Eno on his appointment as the Minister of Sports Development. The Wrestling Federation in a press release on Monday by the Media Assistant Promise Okotoko, on behalf of the President of the federation and his board members stated that the appointment of Enoh would turn around the Sports sector for good. It stressed having Senator John Owan Enoh, a seasoned legislator of the Lower and Upper Chambe

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

"Nigeria at 63"

Calligraphy depicting Nigeria at 63

NIGER DELTA SPORTS FESTIVAL: EMPOWERING YOUNG ATHLETES AND SHAPING NIGERIA’S SPORTS FUTURE

BY: ETTAH EMMANUEL O. The Niger Delta Sports Festival has emerged as a significant force in reshaping the future of Nigerian sports. With a focus on the development of young talent, this event is a beacon of hope for both athletes and the broader Nigerian sporting community. the festival will brings together a wide array of athletes from across the Niger Delta region and beyond, offering them a platform to showcase their talents, hone their skills, and ultimately earn recognition on the national

CONFERENCE OF NIGERIA POLITICAL PARTIES (CNPP)CONGRATULATES SEN. PRINCE OTU ON SUPREME COURT VICTORY

It is heartwarming to know that the Supreme Court which is the apex Court in the land has passed its verdict on Friday 12th January 2024. Which is inline with the voice of majority of Cross Riverians who came out in March 18th 2023 to cast their votes for their preferred candidate Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu. No doubt with the apex court judgement, it has put an end to further litigations as it concern the governorship election of 2023 in Cross River State. This is the time that all hands should

'419 prophet’ – Nigerians knock Primate Ayodele over prophecy against Peter Obi

section of Nigerians using the micro-blogging platform, Twitter have lambasted the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele over his recent prophecy against the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi. DAILY POST recalls that the popular cleric, who is known for his controversial comments on political activities, on Saturday, said Peter Obi is a noise maker and cannot win the presidency in 2023. According to Ayodele: “Peter Obi is a noise maker; he can’t make a

Group Celebrates Nigeria's First Lady On Her Birthday

Group Celebrates Nigeria's First Lady On Her Birthday The Alimosho Unified Media (AUM )has express it's heartfelt wishes to the First Lady of Nigeria, H.E Oluwaremilekun Tinubu as she celebrates 63rd birthday anniversary. According to the group " Her Excellency is not just the wife of the President but also an influential figure in Nigeria, promoting causes that uplift and empower women and children". "Mrs. Tinubu has played a vital role in raising awareness about healthcare, education, and

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

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

SWAN PRESS RELEASE: African Games: SWAN Thumps Up Minister Enoh For Team Nigeria's Performance

... Hails Sports Journalists For Robust Coverage The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has expressed satisfaction with the overall performance of team Nigeria at the just concluded 13th African Games in Ghana. President of SWAN, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, who spoke in Abuja during a post African Games World Press Conference, conveyed and addressed by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, attributed the successful participation and exploits of team Nigeria to strategic

The Nigeria Students and SERAP sue Buhari for the ASUU strike.

A lawsuit was brought against President Major General Muhammadu Buhari (ret.) for the protracted Academic Staff Union of Universities strike by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project and five college students. SERAP and the students are asking the court in their petition to "declare unconstitutional" the federal government's failure to meet ASUU's requests, which has generated the protracted strike action and infringed on the students' entitlement to excellent education. The lawsui

Muhammad Sani Abdullahi is a young Nigerian journalist, democrat, and human rights activist.

Muhammad Sani Abdullahi is a young Nigerian journalist, democrat, and human rights activist.

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