Human Rights Activist and Convener of Concerned Nigerians, Deji Adeyanju has berated the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mr. Nyesome Wike over rising insecurity, kidnapping, maiming and killings in Abuja. Adeyanju in a press statement made available to newsmen said, he is deeply alarmed and outraged by the rampant cases of kidnappings and killings that have plagued the Federal ... Read More »
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Ibadan’s Bodija Tragedy Reveals Dark Secrets: Illegal Mining, Security Concerns, and Unanswered Questions. By Ololade Bamidele
And just as we are accustomed to in many of our other national and local mysteries, the real findings about what has terminated some lives and turned many into handicaps may never be known by ordinary Nigerians. Explosives in Bodija! What, for goodness sake, could any object of this dangerous make be doing in what used to be the neighbourhood ... Read More »
“Innovations Unveiled: TEI Equips Trainers for Election Officials and Adhoc Staff in Preparation for February Polls”
The Training of Trainers (ToT) in Preparation for the Bye Elections and Court Ordered Fresh/ Re-run Elections Slated for February 3rd, 2024 was held on Thursday, 18th January, 2024. In the build-up to the Bye and Court Ordered/Re-run Elections, The Electoral Institute(TEI) organized a one-day Training-of-Trainers Workshop at the Institute’s auditorium for Trainers that will be involved in the training ... Read More »
“Chief Bisi Akande’s Enduring Legacy: A Reflection on Four Years as Osun State Governor” By Dare Babarinsa
Chief Bisi Akande’s four-year reign as the Governor of Osun State is a testament that a leader does not need a long tenure to make necessary impact. The truth is that many of our highly successful leaders had only one tenure each. Chief Adekunle Ajasin, Professor Ambrose Alli, Chief Bisi Onabanjo, Chief Bola Ige and Alhaji Lateef Jakande; each only ... Read More »
Tope Awotona Emerges Richest Nigerian Immigrant in the US with $1.2 Billion Net Worth
Abuja, Jan. 18, 2024: Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung, a British Nigerian, the newly appointed Lord Mayor of Leeds, the first citizen of Leeds,for the term 2024-2025. In the same vein, the NIDCOM boss congratulated Tope Awotona, a Nigerian-born entrepreneur,who has officially been declared the richest immigrant residing in the ... Read More »
“Strategic Leadership: Otti Taps Global Experts for Abia’s Economic Resurgence”
Otti Appoints Sanusi, Okonjo-Iweala, Others into Abia Economic Council | #IgbereTV Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has announced the constitution of the Abia Global Economic Advisory Council (AGEAC) as part of his administration’s strategic plan to ensure the overall economic development of the state. Consequently, Governor Otti has appointed 20 distinguished Nigerians with global acclaim to serve on ... Read More »
IGP Egbetokun Unveils Groundbreaking Insurance Policy for Police Personnel
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has underscored the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to enhancing the welfare of its personnel and their families. In line with this commitment, the IGP, in a bid to ensure quality service delivery, has initiated steps towards implementing a comprehensive standard insurance policy for the Force. As part of ... Read More »
Committee Orders Reversal of ILA College Provost’s Suspension Amidst Leadership Crisis
The Investigative Committee on the leadership crisis rocking the Ila Orangun College of Education has reversed the suspension of the college provost, Prof Jimoh Afolabi and ordered status quo ante pending the outcome of the investigation. At its meeting chaired by the Committee Chairman who is also the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon Kazeem Akinleye, both the Governing ... Read More »
“EFCC Under Scrutiny: Calls for a Reassessment of Its Core Objectives and Actions”
The Nigerian Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has long been entrusted with the critical responsibility of preventing, investigating, and prosecuting financial crimes. However, recent developments have raised concerns about the Commission’s focus and operations, warranting a thorough reassessment of its mandate and effectiveness. Regrettably, it appears that the EFCC has strayed from its primary functions, engaging in what can ... Read More »
“Empowering Through Basketball: Honoring Lisa Leslie and Chiney Ogwumike’s Impact on Nigerian Sports”
Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon Abike Dabiri- Erewa has reiterated the fact that Sports Development in Nigeria will go a long way if its Diaspora Component is fully harnessed and developed through knowledge-sharing, expertise, skills and investment in the Sector. Dabiri-Erewa strongly took the standpoint as she hosts the duo of the Naismith Basketball Memorial Hall of Famer ... Read More »