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C’River Climate Alliance : Agriculture Ministry, TWG Push for Food Security

By Edem Ekpo, Calabar The Cross River State Climate Change and Health Technical Working Group has intensified its advocacy for climate-smart policies, urging the Ministry of Agriculture to strengthen measures that protect food systems from the growing threats of climate change. Receiving the delegation in Calabar, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson…

Cross River Govt Embarks on Renovation of Oban Cottage Hospital

By Edem Ekpo, Calabar The Cross River State Government has commenced the comprehensive renovation and remodeling of the Oban Cottage Hospital in Akamkpa Local Government Area, reaffirming its commitment to accessible and quality healthcare delivery for rural communities. Performing the groundbreaking ceremony on behalf of Governor Bassey Otu, Rt. Hon. Ekpo Ekpo Bassey described the…

Addendum to Press Release : NAWOJ Partners with ActionAid and Global Affairs Canada to Launch Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project with Grant of $15 Million Canadian Dollars

Further details have emerged on the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) project, designed to strengthen women’s rights and leadership across Nigeria. The project will engage key stakeholders, including NAWOJ, the Nigerian government, and various women’s organizations. Notably, the RWVL project is the second phase of the Women’s Voice and Leadership (WVL) project, which concluded…

Ebonyi Governor’s Wife Leads Ishielu Women in 2025 August Meeting

Nkechinyere Ewa-Okpara Chief Mrs. Mary-Maudline Uzoamaka Nwifuru, wife of the Governor of Ebonyi State, has reaffirmed her commitment to women’s empowerment in the state. She spoke during the 2025 Ishielu Women’s August Meeting held at the local government headquarters in Ezillo on Wednesday. Represented by the Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Hon. Princess Nkechinyere…

Gov Okpebholo is Focused on the successful Implementation of the “SHINE” Agenda- Ohonbamu… Felicitates with Gov Okpebholo on his birthday celebration

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo will not be distracted by critics but will focus on the successful implementation of the five points “SHINE” Agenda for Edo State Development. The Commissioner for Information and Communication, Hon Paul Ohonbamu who disclosed this in a statement in Benin City noted that the Governor is focused and will not…

Ukraine Exhibition In Nigeria Showcases 3yrs Of Resilience Amid War with Russia, Condemns Recent Attack

The Embassy of Ukraine in Nigeria has condemned the recent killings of civilians by Russia after launching missiles and drones. The Embassy frowned at the attacks while hosting the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN) in Abuja to an exhibition that showcased series of most striking photographs taken during the war, reflecting the resilience of…

You are Stupid, Useless NRC Boss Tells Female Journalists, NUJ FCT Condemns Act, Demand Immediate Appology

Abuja, August 29, 2025 — The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council, unequivocally condemns the harassment, intimidation, and verbal abuse meted out on Comrade Ladi Bala, the Immediate Past President of the Nigerian Association of Women Journalists and Transport Reporter of the Nigerian Television Authority, by the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation…

Niger Deputy Gov Comrade Yakubu Hails Prof Bashir Nuhu on Appointment as Executive Director NCDC

From Rashidat Suleiman,Minna The Deputy Governor of Niger state Comrade Yakubu Garba has praised Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu on his new appointment as the Executive Director and Member of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). In a statement signed by the press secretary to the deputy Governor Ummikhatume Abdullahi Kuta on Friday said Prof. Nuhu…