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FG Celebrates 50 Years of Unity Colleges, Emphasizes National Integration with FGGC Calabar at the F

By Cynthia Maduekwe In 1973, the Nigerian Federal government alongside State embarked on a visionary journey to foster national integration and unity through the establishment of Unity Federal Government Colleges. Today, as we mark the 50th anniversary of this pivotal initiative, we extend our heartfelt commendation to the Federal Government for its steadfast commitment to promoting education and unity across diverse regions of Nigeria. The Unity Federal Government Colleges, including the esteem

Digital Vice Chancellor Prof. Sunday Paul Bako in Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria Collaboration

Collaboration with Taraba state university

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

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

Is That a Giant Still Wearing a Pant?

IS THAT A GIANT STILL WEARING A PANT? Indeed there was a country Now a cynical kind of Eden And in this Eden things fall apart Ties ripping apart Blamed on devil's tit for tat. Wait o, is that a giant still wearing a pant?! A grand neither where it was nor where it should be? With rivers where fishes drown or even die of thirst? Where the abnormal is normal and the normal, abnormal? Where the most expensive is cheap and the cheapest, costly? The beautiful is ugly and the ugly is beautiful? Is th

The Python: A revered symbol of worship in Nigeria

In many religions across Africa, pythons represent something sacred and revered.

OUT OF SCHOOL CHILDREN IN NIGERIA

Education is a passport to the future

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

NIGERIA @62 Peter Obi full Speech

NIGERIA AT 62

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

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

Nigeria to boycott AFCON qualifier against Libya

Nigeria to boycott AFCON qualifier against Libya after players claim they were left stranded at airport overnight The Nigeria men’s soccer team is back home after being stuck at a remote Libyan airport for over 15 hours, according to Nigeria’s football governing body and team captain William Troost-Ekong. The Super Eagles are scheduled to play against host Libya in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in the city of Benghazi on Tuesday, but the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has st

How to cook Nigeria jollof rice

Nigeria jollof rice made beautiful

DweezyBwoiWonder Ropes In Nigeria Artist Izreel Jamez.

DweezyBwoiWonder ropes in Nigeria Artist on his new single.

My Nigeria

The poem is about the thing happening in the present day Nigeria

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

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

Sports Minister Excited About Young Talents Emerging From National Youth Games

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has expressed his delight over the number of emerging talents being discovered at the ongoing National Youth Games, taking place in Asaba, Delta State. Senator Enoh stated that the Games is staying true to its purpose of providing a platform for young talents to be unearthed. He noted that talents are not in short supply in the country, what is needed is the platform for visibility. He stressed that the ministry is not oblivio