Building Bridges : How the Nigerian Army and NAWOJ Are Strengthening Women’s Role in Security
By Joy Omagha Idam For decades, women journalists in Nigeria have played a critical role in informing the public, shaping conversations and giving visibility to issues that affect communities. Yet, as the nature of national security continues to evolve, the need for deeper engagement between the media and security institutions has become increasingly important. It…
Omga007Gov Okpebholo Assures Diaspora Nurses of Edo’s Safety
By Joy Omagha Idam Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured members of the Nigerian-American Nurses and Nursing Association (NANNNA) that the state remains safe, urging Nigerians in the diaspora not to be discouraged from visiting the state because of reports of insecurity in some parts of the country. Governor Okpebholo gave the assurance…
Oshiomhole-Led Panel Completes Probe Into Museum Ownership, Funding Status
By Jasmine Okogerie The Chairman Special Committee On Museum for West Africa Art (MOWAA) and former governor of Edo State Comrade,Sen. Adams Aliu Oshiomhole,on Thursday submitted the report of the committee whose mandate is to verify the position of the right of ownership status of MOWAA. In the report,Sen, Oshiomhole noted that the Edo State…
Ashumate, Taraba South PDP Senatorial Candidate Unveils Roadmap
By Remi Johnson Dr. Jesse Ashumate, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial candidate for Taraba South, has unveiled a development roadmap anchored on unity, peaceful coexistence, infrastructure, healthcare, youth and women empowerment, and agricultural development. Ashumate, who spoke during a press briefing, said his mission was to build a united Southern Taraba where residents could…
Galadima, Taraba’s Reps Aspirant Promises Legislation, Youth Empowerment, Others
By Remi Johnson Muktar Galadima, an aspirant seeking to represent the people of Wukari and Ibi constituency, has pledged to use legislation, collaboration and consultation to address the major development challenges confronting the constituency if elected. He identified improving the living conditions of constituents, strengthening peace and stability, creating economic opportunities and addressing infrastructure and…
AKH-TRACADA Rejects Sowore’s Call for Cannabis Legalisation, Backs NDLEA
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja The Anti-Kidnapping, Human Trafficking, Child Abuse and Drug Abuse Initiative (AKH-TRACADA) has rejected calls by civil rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, for the legalisation of cannabis in Nigeria, describing drug abuse as a serious threat to public health, families and national development. The Founder and National Coordinator of AKH-TRACADA, Primate Belonwu…
PAP Bids Farewell to 150 Niger Delta Scholars Heading to UK
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja The Presidential Amnesty Programme has bid farewell to 150 Niger Delta beneficiaries leaving for the United Kingdom to pursue postgraduate studies under its scholarship scheme. The beneficiaries, comprising 50 First Class graduates and 100 Second Class Upper (2:1) graduates, were hosted on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at the PAP Corporate…
PAP Hosts Farewell Event For 150 Niger Delta UK Scholarship Beneficiaries
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Brutu Otuaru, on Thursday, August 20, 2026, bade farewell to 150 Niger Delta beneficiaries selected for postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. The beneficiaries, who participated in a Pre-Departure Orientation Programme held at the Corporate Headquarters of the PAP, comprised…