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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

KELVIN POWER ARRIVES IN CALABAR FOR NIGERIA’S STRONGEST MAN 2024 COMPETITION

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.

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

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.

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

Insecurity in Nigeria: The Cynicism Behind Politics and Religion

Nigeria is currently faced by the challenging insecurity confronting the social and economic spaces currently occupied by Nigerians. It has been a subject one of attacks to another in the various geopolitical zones of the country. The current state of insecurity in the country is baffling. Nigerians hardly sleep comfortably with their eyes closed! The International Monetary Fund and World Health Organization have stated that 57 percent of Nigerians live below the poverty line. The majority live

Lobo Day in Ugep and its Significance in the Leboku New Yam Festival:

By OKOI OBONO-OBLA Lobo is a day of playful comedy, relief, fun and laughter all rolled into one. In actuality, it is the day of appeasement and thanksgiving to the Almighty God for a successfully completed celebration of Leboku. It is also a day where young adult males are expected to pick their chosen ones from the harem of beautiful maidens wearing the spiral bangles ‘Liman’ to parade the streets with them. The significance of Lobo is to demonstrate or show that they have won their hearts. M

Dr. Betta Edu Makes President Tinubu's Administration Proud In Netherlands - Nigeria Envoy, Ajayi.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration has been described as a government that knows how to head-hunt and harvest intellectual professionals imbued with the Renewed Hope road-map on poverty alleviation and humanitarian challenges not only in Nigeria but on the continent of Africa. Nigeria's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Netherlands, Dr. Eniola Ajayi, made this known when she received the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Ed, and her entourage to the Nigeri

IN THE DEFENCE OF NIGERIA FARMERS

Nigeria Farmers , the True Facts

TRIBALISM IN NIGERIA

Tribalism have been the cause of division in the country for a long period of time and putting an end to it would help not just the citizens but the nation at large.

Sports Minister Pushes For Development Of Polo In Nigeria , Meets Federation Leadership

Ministry to provide support and boost social inclusiveness of the sport The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated his vision for the development of polo in Nigeria, following his meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Polo Federation (NPF). In his bid to rejuvenate and reinvigorate sports in the country, he has continued to meet different sports federations to drive a common vision. He identified polo as a sport which receives more attention, support an

#NYG2023: 11 years Old Team Cross River Eteng God’sMind Nelson Scoop a Silver Medal in 1500m

Earlier this year, the 11 years old God'smind Nelson Eteng on January 15th, achieved a remarkable victory at the Gold Under-12 World School Athletic Trials in Ogun State, clocking an impressive time of (64 seconds.). She continued to shine at the National Youth Games in Asaba, securing a silver medal in the 1500m event for team Cross River State . Today, she's set to compete in the 800m race. She’s also a prospect for the national team. God’sMind and her Dad. Mr Eteng Nelson Date of Birth: March

SEE THE 5 REASONS WHY POLITICIANS NEED MEDIA MORE THAN EVER IN THE 21st CENTURY.

(By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. ) 1.BROADING & INSTANTANEOUS REACH: In the 21st century, media has an unprecedented ability to reach a vast audience in real-time. Politicians need the media to swiftly disseminate their messages and policies to a wide demographic, responding to current events and issues as they unfold. 2. IMAGE BUILDING & REPUTATION MANAGEMENT: The media plays a crucial role in shaping public perception of politicians. Politicians rely on the media to manage their public image, address co