Cross River State Government has assured that it would take full responsibility for the Obsequies of the late former Nigeria Senate President, Dr. Joseph Wayas. The Deputy Governor, Rt Hon Peter Odey gave the assurance while receiving a delegation of The Who Is Who Forum of Northern Cross River State, a pan regional forum of the nuclear old Ogoja area comprising Obanliku, Obudu, Bekwarra, Ogoja and Yala local government areas. Odey, himself an aborigine of the area, expressed happiness and satisfaction with the forum and its effort to ensure that…
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Appraising Nigerian Armed Forces’ Transformation Under Gen Musa
By Gabriel Onoja Nigeria, a nation brimming with potential, faces multifaceted security challenges that threaten its stability and progress. The security challenges facing Nigeria over the years have necessitated a coordinated and strategic approach by the Armed Forces to address them effectively. Under the leadership of General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), the Nigerian Armed Forces have demonstrated renewed vigor and commitment in tackling these challenges. General Christopher Musa’s appointment as the Chief of Defence Staff in June 2023 marked a turning point in the coordination and…
Read MoreCentre hails Chief of Naval Staff, Ogalla for breakthrough in campaign against oil theft, arrests of criminals.
The Centre for African Liberation and Socioeconomic Rights (CALSER) has praised the Chief of Naval staff, Emmanuel Ogalla and the Nigerian Navy for achieving breakthroughs in its campaigns against oil theft and arrests of criminals in the country. CALSER also hailed Navy for its increased vigilance. The Centre, at a press conference, on Wednesday, in Abuja, also applauded the Navy for their efforts in curtailing oil theft and loss of critical economic assets. In his address, the Executive Director, Dr Uzah Thomas, said the giant strides recorded by the Navy…
Read MorePro- Tinubu group lauds NEMA DG, Habibu for his patriotism, dedicated leadership.
The Renewed Hope Ambassador of Nigeria (RHAN) has lauded the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for its patriotism and dedicated leadership styles. The advocacy group also hailed NEMA for its strategic interventions in the country’s emergency and disaster management. The group, which made this known in its periodic review of NEMA’s operations, made the outcome of its findings known at a press conference on Wednesday. In his address, the national coordinator of the group, Hon. Yakubu Dauda, said the agency has done creditably well over the…
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Assessing Nigerian Navy’s Impactful War Against Oil Theft By Best Agbese Crude oil theft assumed a dangerous dimension at some point in the country’s annals. It was estimated that Nigeria lost about $46 billion (N16.25 trillion) to crude oil theft in 11 years. The thought of what such an amount of money could have done to the country’s economy leaves one with goosebumps. I recall attempts by successive governments to address this issue to no avail. It was a regime of the more you see, the less you understand. The…
Read MoreAlhaja Lateefat Gbajabiamila At 94: Tribute To A Remarkable Life
By Philip Agbese In a world where greatness is often measured by humanitarian impact, power, and wealth, some individuals redefine the meaning of success. Alhaja Lateefat Olufunke Gbajabiamila is one such extraordinary individual, whose life has been a testament to the power of selflessness, dedication, and service to others. As she marked her 94th birthday on March 2, 2024, it is only fitting to pay tribute to this remarkable woman who has left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of Nigerians. Alhaja Lateefat Gbajabiamila’s journey began in Lagos,…
Read MoreOndo, Behold Your Own – Jimi Odimayo
By Lawson Kolawole Ondo State, like many other states in Nigeria, faces numerous challenges that require effective leadership and strategic solutions. As the forthcoming Governorship election approaches, it is crucial to assess the suitability of candidates and their capacity to address these issues. This presents an opportunity for the people to choose a leader who possesses the key to unlocking the numerous problems that have plagued the state for far too long. One candidate, in particular, stands out as the best solution, and a beacon of hope. This, in the…
Read MoreAlleged Corruption: 50 CSOs Indict, Demand Kyari’s Sack, Prosecution Within 7 days
A coalition of 50 Civil Society Organisations, CSOs under the auspices the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, yesterday, indicted and demanded for the sack and prosecution of the Group Chief Executive Officer, GCEO, Nigeria National Petroleum Limited, NNPCL, Engr Mele Kyari, within 7 days over alleged infractions and corruption. The CSOs gave the 7-day ultimatum in a petition addressed to Kyari, alleging his “misguided actions”, saying his alleged misconduct and abuse of office “undermine President Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda.” The petition reads in part: “We, the members of the Nigeria…
Read MoreJimi Benson: X-raying An Ikorodu Boy In Parliament
By Bolaji Akinmosu From the streets of Ikorodu, where dreams often collide with adversity, a young man has risen, defying the odds and carving his name into the annals of Nigerian politics. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, a native son of this vibrant Lagos suburb, has not only broken barriers but shattered them, proving that resilience and determination can propel an ordinary boy to extraordinary heights and not just that, but being able to achieve goals in that position. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, born on March 30, 1972, hails from Ikorodu, Lagos State.…
Read MoreMaida’s Midas Touch at NCC
By Mary Odoma Over the years, I have learned that making life progress depends on several factors. One of them is purpose. Without it, you might be mediocre—a common attribute in Nigeria. I took the time to research why leadership seems a mirage in the country with the avalanche of information that emanates in the public space on how some public officials have conducted themselves. Some have done well, and some have done poorly. One who has done well is the Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC),…
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