Nigeria @65 independence:Bishop John Pena of the GMCN urges government to crash prices of commodities
Emmanuel Awari-Jalingo Bishop of the Global Methodist Church in Nigeria GMCN, Bishop John Pena has called on the federal government to crash down prices of essential commodities in the country. The Bishop who was speaking at the backdrop of the sixty fifth independence anniversary of Nigeria said the federal government has done well by crashing…
Omga007S-East Constructs Modern ICC Hotel to Boost Business, Tourism
Nkechinyere Ewa-Okpara The South East region has embarked on the construction of an ultra-modern International Conference Centre (ICC) Hotel in Enugu State to boost business, tourism, and contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth. The main structure of the ICC Hotel has been completed, signaling a new phase for the West African convention and exhibition economy. The…
Prof Saleh Yuguda’s Proactive Leadership Transforms Nigeria’s Blood Service Agency
By Uloma Peace Okorie Since his appointment as the Director-General of the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA), Professor Saleh Yuguda has brought a new wave of energy and commitment to the nation’s blood management system. His proactive approach has ensured that the agency has not experienced shortages of safe blood, a development that many Nigerians…
Reminiscing On Independence Day And The Journey Of A Favoured Nation
Growing up in Kaduna in the early 70s, Independence Day Celebration was a story in itself. It was fun. Check out the starch of uniforms, the shine of sandals, the straight lines of children marching into Murtala Square, and always, the October rain, falling like God’s own blessing upon a young nation. Watching wide-eyed, the…
‘Find Sommie’s Killers’— Family Tells FG As Arise News Pays Condolence Visit
The family of slain ARISE News anchor and reporter, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, has urged the Federal Government and security agencies to urgently unravel and prosecute the killers of their daughter. This was the emotional appeal made on Tuesday during a condolence visit by Senior Management of the ARISE Media Group to the Maduagwu family residence…
Nigeria at 65 : NUJ FCT Demands Urgent Action on Insecurity, Press Freedom and Journalists Welfare
As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, reflects not just on the gains of nationhood, but on the urgent and deepening challenges that continue to threaten our democracy, safety, and freedom of expression. It is the constitutional duty of the government to protect the lives and property…
Creative Arts Initiative and National Youth Council of Nigeria Seal Strategic Partnership to Drive Bookworm African Literary Championship
The Creative Arts Initiative (CAI), Project Owner of the Bookworm African Literary Championship, and the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), through its Directorate of Education, Training and Scholarship, have entered into a strategic partnership to ensure the successful execution of the Bookworm project. At a mild but significant ceremony held at the Abuja office…
Inaugural Meeting of Tinubu Support Organisations In Delta State
The Tinubu Support Organization (TSO), Delta State Chapter, on Friday, 26th September 2025, held its inaugural meeting at the prestigious Opal Event Center, Asaba, Delta State, under the dynamic leadership of the State Coordinator, Ogbueshi Chinedu Sydney Allanah. The event witnessed a robust gathering of grassroots politicians, political stakeholders, and key leaders from across Delta…