Serbian athlete Lazar Dukic dies during CrossFit event in Texas
A Serbian athlete, Lazar Dukic, tragically passed away on Thursday morning during a CrossFit swimming event in Texas, as confirmed by the fitness organization on social media. “We are devastated by the passing of Lazar Dukic. Our hearts are with Lazar’s entire family, friends, and fellow athletes,” CrossFit expressed in a statement posted on X, […]
Minister advocate for more investment to fast-track economic growth
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, has highlighted the disparity between Nigeria’s federal budget and those of other populous nations such as Indonesia and Brazil, emphasizing the urgent need for increased investment. Speaking at the launch of ActionAid Nigeria’s Country Strategy Paper (CSP), themed “Citizens’ Action Against Poverty and Injustice (2024-2034),” […]
Stakeholders push for legal framework, tech to boost election credibility
In a recent event titled “Election Technology in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects,” organized by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room in Abuja, key stakeholders emphasized the need for a stable legal framework and the integration of technology to ensure credible elections in Nigeria. Bar. Festus Okoye, a former National Commissioner with the Independent National Electoral […]
South East traditional rulers laud Tinubu, for assent to SEDC bill
Reporting by Oluwakemi kindness Traditional Rulers in Igbere ancient kingdom, Bende Local Government of Abia State have declared their unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the South East Development Commission (SEDC) bill into law. The traditional rulers also commended the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, representative Benjamin Okezie Kalu for […]
CBN Reaffirms Commitment to Provide Liquidity Support to FX Markets
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has offered eight hundred and seventy six million dollars to fulfil bids submitted by customers at an auction concluded on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. This is the latest testament to the CBN’s ongoing commitment to support the proper functioning of the foreign exchange market by enhancing liquidity when necessary. […]
How Climate Change Affects Food Security in Nigeria
Nigeria faces significant challenges in achieving food self-sufficiency and becoming a net exporter, partly due to the lack of domestic production of essential agrochemicals like fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides. The devaluation of the naira and forex shortages also contributes to high production costs, leading to increased market prices for food items. Photo Credit: Julian Osamoto/ […]
Canada, UNICEF partners to deliver medical oxygen plant to Rivers State
Written by Zainab Bakare The Rivers State Government, IHS Nigeria In partnership with, the Government of Canada and UNICEF, has announce the handover of a cutting-edge medical oxygen plant to the General Hospital Eleme Rivers. This initiative follows a comprehensive, nationwide assessment of oxygen needs in health facilities across the 36 states and FCT, conducted […]
Soldier Shoots Dead A 16-Year-Old #Endbadgovernanceinnigeria Protester In The Samaru Community In Zaria
A soldier with the Nigerian Army, on Tuesday, shot dead a 16-year-old #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protester in the Samaru community in Zaria, Kaduna State. The teenage protester was identified as Ismail Mohammed. The Director of Army Public Relations, Major General Onyeama Nwachukwu, confirmed the development in a statement on Tuesday titled “Unfortunate death of a protester by […]
President Bola Tinubu Appoints New Heads Of Agencies
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Twenty one persons as federal commissioners of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC): In statement signed by Special Adviser to the President on media and publicity Ajuri Ngelale the appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate. He said the President expects the new federal […]
Senate Ad – Hoc Committee Begins Investigation Into Alleged Economic Sabotage In The Petroleum Industry.
Barring any last minute changes Senate Ad – hoc Committee investigating alleged Economic Sabotage in the Petroleum Industry will today have an interactive session with Stakeholders in the sector. The 15 man committee headed by Senate leader, Bamidele had in its maiden press conference assured Nigerians that it would leave no stone unturned in unraveling the problems […]