Afikpo LGA Boss Hails Ubeyi DC Coordinator for PEOPLE-CENTERED INITIATIVES, LAUDS GOV. NWIFURU FOR ENABLING ENVIRONMENT
The Executive Chairman of Afikpo Local Government Area, NWACHI, Timothy A. U has commended the Coordinator of Ubeyi Development Centre, Hon. (Mrs.) Aisha Nwachi for her proactive approach to governance and for identifying with the pressing needs of her people. The Council Chairman gave the commendation on Monday, 17th August 2026 during an empowerment program…
Omga007Structural Reforms, Not Cash Transfers Alone, Key to Reducing Poverty, Onunaiju Tells Workshop
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja Director of the Centre for China Studies, Abuja, Charles Onunaiju, has called for a shift in Nigeria’s poverty reduction strategy from welfare-based interventions to policies that build capabilities and create sustainable economic opportunities. Speaking at a high-level workshop on Nigeria’s poverty alleviation and China’s development experience organized by the Diplomatic…
Nigeria Needs Adaptation, Not Adoption, of China’s Poverty Strategy – Dr Maho
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja Media scholar and Public Affairs analyst Dr Austin Maho has urged Nigerian journalists and diplomatic correspondents to critically evaluate and contextualize international development models, arguing that lessons from China’s poverty reduction efforts could inform policy discussions in Nigeria if adapted to local realities. Speaking at a workshop organized by the…
China’s Targeted Poverty Reduction Model Offers Lessons for Nigeria – Prof. Sheriff Ghali
By Sharon Akuboh Provost of the Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria and Head of Contemporary China-Africa Research, Prof Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim, has outlined China’s targeted poverty reduction strategy as a model worthy of study in efforts to address poverty challenges in Nigeria. Speaking at a one-day workshop on Nigeria’s poverty alleviation and China’s development model organised…
Works Minister, Umahi, Apologises over Benin-Agbor Road, Orders Arrest of Contractors Removing Asphalt
By Sharon Akuboh The Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Tuesday apologised to commuters and residents of Edo and Delta states over the deplorable condition of the Benin-Agbor Road, which has caused them undue hardship. Umahi tendered the apology in Benin City while on an inspection tour of major Federal roads in the state alongside…
2027: Ekumankama Promises People-Driven Representation for Afikpo/Edda
Nkechinyere Ewa The All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives candidate for Afikpo/Edda Federal Constituency in the 2027 general election, Joseph Ekumankama, has pledged to prioritise quality representation, human capital development, education, healthcare and infrastructure if elected. Ekumankama made the commitment while speaking on his political ambition during Iyi Akpoke Oke new yam celebration in…
Barr Deborah Ijadele -Adetona Honoured Among Africa’s Top 50 Professionals and Career Women
Barr. (Mrs.) Abosede Deborah Ijadele-Adetona, Founder and International President of Standup For Women Society (SWS), has been recognised among Africa’s Top 50 Professional and Career Women for Transformative Women’s Leadership 2026. The recognition is part of the 16th Professional and Career Women Global Awards 2026, Africa, organised by Women in Management Africa under the theme,…
Unity in Diversity Foundation Boss Hails Yari’s Appointment as DG of Tinubu’s Re-Election Campaign
By Sharon Akuboh, Abuja The Founder and President of the Unity in Diversity Foundation, Barr. (Dr.) Joyce Adeshewa Njoku, has described the appointment of Senator Abdulaziz Yari as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid as a strategic and well-deserved choice. Njoku, while congratulating…