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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

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

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

The African Team From UNICAL Emerges As Semi-Finalists In The 2023 Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Cour

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has achieved a remarkable feat by emerging as the African Champions in the 2023 Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition (MLMC) and competing at the World finals of the competition which was held at the prestigious Baku Convention (BCC) and Heydar Aliyev Center (HAC), Baku on the 5th day of October, 2023. This prestigious competition, hosted by the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), occurred within the margins of the 74th International Astronaut

Bird Flu in Nigeria

The unexpected episode of bird influenza in the United States and Europe could influence the importation of birds into Nigeria. This is to stay away from importation of seasonal influenza into the country. In particular, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD), Nigeria Customs Service and other government wellbeing organizations are as of now preparing for diminishing conceivable flare-up of bird influenza locally. As of now, natural and free roaming chickens have been

EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: YOUTH FIND HOPE IN THE PEOPLE-FIRST AGENDA

Published by: Ettah Emmanuel O. Mr. Emmanuel Iwhobe, a member of the Contact/Mobilization Committee of the APC State Campaign Council in the last general election, has made a vow. He stated that he will not contest the position of Governor in Cross River State if His Excellency, Prince Bassy Otu, fails to deliver on his "People First" agenda as promised during his inaugural speech, especially in the area of Youth Empowerment. Mr. Iwhobe made this declaration while addressing some youth from Obud

The case of Autism in Nigeria.

AUTISM IN NIGERIA. "To measure the success of our societies, we should examine how well those with different abilities, including persons with autism, are integrated as full and valued members." -Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon. Autism is a popular phenomenon that was coined in 1911 by the German psychiatrist Eugen Bleuler to describe a symptom of the most severe cases of schizophrenia. This is a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors

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.

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

NYG2023: 11 years Old Team Cross River Athlete scooped a Silver medal in 1500m

Earlier this year, on January 15th, she 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. Today, she's set to compete in the 800m race. Name: God'smind Nelson Eteng Date of Birth: March 1, 2012 Age: Eleven years old"