Youths in Peril : The Deadly Grip of Drug Abuse and Trafficking
By Charles Edet The alarming rate of drug consumption among youths has reached crisis levels, threatening the very fabric of society. This scourge must be confronted head-on. Youths are falling prey to the allure of dangerous drugs, including cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and cannabis. These substances wreak havoc on mental and physical health. The consequences of…
Omga007Tax Reform Bill : FIA Wants #800,000 Threshold Review Upward For PWDs
By Remi Johnson A group under the aegis of Fight Inequality Alliance, FIA, wants the National Assembly to review upward the #800,000 tax threshold for Persons With Disabilities, PWDs in the tax reform bill before it. One of the FIA Team members, Comrade Gideon Adeyeni made the call during a town hall meeting with PWDs…
Don’t park where your father broke Down!
By Sharon Emephia Have you ever encountered people whose thoughts and actions seem completely upside down, leaving you wondering why they are the way they are and what has shaped them? Your character is a reflection of your mindset, which in turn is influenced by the thoughts and information you have absorbed over time, your…
Edo Tribunal : Confusion hits Asue Ighodalo’s Camp
There was confusion today at the ongoing Edo governorship tribunal when Asue Ighodalo and PDP witness PW18 screened, I don’t ‘understand your grammer sir. Please, speak pidgin.’ This was when Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN counsel to APC cross-examined one Osualejah Righteousness, a PDP witness who apparently was tutored on what to say. However, when the witness…
Tribunal Update : Asue Ighodalo’s Camp Embroiled in Confusion
By Abdulsallam Mohammed A dramatic turn of events unfolded at the ongoing Edo governorship tribunal as Asue Ighodalo’s camp struggled to maintain credibility. During a cross-examination, PDP witness PW18, Osualejah Righteousness, appeared to be tutored on his responses. However, when faced with probing questions from Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN, counsel to the APC, the witness became…
FCTA Director Education Honoured with Prestigious Nigeria Merit Award 2024
By Cynthia Batuta In recognition of distinguished Nigerians who have made significant contributions to the Nation’s progress in their various career, “Nigeria Merit Awards 2024” (publisher of ‘Our Nigeria Awards Magazine) a prestigious Topnotch and Trailblazer initiative has identified the Director, Education Resource Centre of the FCT Administration Education Secretariat, Dr. Neemat Daud Abdulrahim for…
Climate Change Policy : Kano State Takes Bold Step to Combat Environmental Challenges
By Sharon Akuboh The Kano State Executive Council has approved a comprehensive Climate Change Policy Framework to address environmental degradation and climate change. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Friday. Championed by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, the policy aims to protect public health, reduce emissions,…
ALL Best Logistics to Create employment opportunities for Southeast youths
Nkechinyere Ewa-Okpara ALL Best Logistics Limited, a trucking company, has opened a new office in Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State, with a commitment to creating job opportunities and reducing the unemployment rate among the youth in the state and the Southeast region. Basil Okene, the General Secretary of the company, made this announcement during…