NIQS 2024 AGM to Tackle Construction Cost Challenges

NIQS 2024 AGM to Tackle Construction Cost Challenges

By: Julian Adetinuyo The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has announced its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM), set to take place in Port Harcourt from November 26 to 29. Speaking at a press conference, the NIQS President, QS Kene Nzekwe, emphasized the critical importance of this year’s theme: "Strengthening Quantity Surveying Practices and Processes for Growth and Sustainability in a Turbulent Economy." The theme underscores the profession’s vital role […]

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UPF Chair Yang Seeks Nigeria’s Partnership in Global Peacebuilding

By: Julian Adetinuyo The International Chairman of the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), Dr. Charles Yang, has urged Nigeria to play a pivotal role in advancing peace and fostering economic growth across Africa. Speaking at a reception in Abuja for Ambassadors for Peace, Dr. Yang emphasized Nigeria’s strategic potential in promoting dialogue and solidarity to address global conflicts, including the peaceful reunification of the Korean Peninsula. Highlighting South Korea's transformation from […]

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Nigeria’s Governance Challenges Stem from Attitude, Not System of Government – NILDS DG

By: Julian Adetinuyo In an exclusive interview with Democracy Radio, Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), provided key insights into Nigeria's democratic and legislative trajectory. Professor Sulaiman outlined NILDS' ongoing efforts to enhance legislative capacity and drive democratic reforms amid evolving socio-political challenges. He also highlighted the institute’s role in equipping lawmakers with the resources needed for effective policymaking and called for […]

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NILDS DG Advocates for Democracy Radio at State-Levels to Enhance Civic Engagement

By: Julian Adetinuyo The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has called for enhanced platforms to improve civic awareness of legislative activities in Nigeria. During a recent tour of NILDS Democracy Radio, Professor Sulaiman emphasized the importance of educating citizens on the workings of both the National and State Assemblies. Received by the station's General Manager, Uju Nwanchukwu, the Director General […]

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NILDS Hosts Citizens Journalism training to Equip Students with Storytelling Skills

By: Anayo Akwitti The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), through its Democracy Radio 104.9 FM department, held its first “Citizens Journalism Workshop” in Abuja, training over fifty students from secondary and tertiary institutions across the FCT in responsible social media storytelling. Organized in partnership with the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development and Nigeria Health Watch, the event emphasized the transformative role of citizen journalism in a […]

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Those Who Brutalized Ajaero Are Yet to Be Prosecuted – NLC

By: Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed sadness over the non identification and prosecution of individuals involved in what it described as the abduction and brutalization of it's President, Comrade Joe Ajaero during a peaceful protest in Owerri, the Imo state capital last year. A statement signed by the Head of Information and Public Affairs at NLC, Benson Upah said despite assurances by the National Security […]

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Foundation Launches AI, Robotics to equip students with Tech skills

By: Julian Adetinuyo Quearex Tech Empowerment Foundation, with the support of Orixine Consulting and other partners, has launched a dynamic two-day robotics and AI coding event for young minds. The event held at Government Senior Secondary School in Kubwa, Abuja, aims to equip Nigerian students with crucial skills to thrive in today’s tech-driven world. A statement by Sunday Agbo, Director General of Quearex Tech Empowerment Foundation, says, the initiative provides […]

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Nasarawa kicks off workshop to strengthen public health laws

By Adetinuyo Julian Nasarawa State has officially commenced its Public Health Legal Assessment Workshop; a four-day event aimed at enhancing the state’s public health legal framework to better respond to emergencies. The workshop, held in Keffi, brings together key stakeholders, including government officials, legal experts, and public health professionals, to evaluate the state's existing health laws. The initiative being part of the Public Health Legal Reform Project, was co-implemented by […]

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