COAS warns Army Chief Clerks against leakage of official documents
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja has warned Army Chief Clerks against leakage of official documents. He gave the warning in a message to the opening of the 2023 Nigerian Army Chief Clerks Convention on Tuesday in Kaduna. Represented by Chief of Staff, 1 Division Nigerian Army Kaduna, Brig-Gen. Moses Gara, […]
Israeli’s fighter jets hit Hamas leader responsible for Oct. 7 terror, says official
The Israeli military on Tuesday said that its fighter jets struck a senior Hamas commander who was responsible for the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks on two communities. Nasim Abu Ajina directed the massacre on Oct. 7, in the Kibbutz Erez and Moshav Netiv HaAsara, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). The Israeli Security Agency (ISA) […]
We are reforming economic, business environment to promote efficiency, Tinubu declares
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is working assiduously to reform the nation’s economic and business environment to promote efficiency. Tinubu said this on Sunday during a bilateral meeting with the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Olaf Scholz and his entourage, in the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Tinubu and the chancellor engaged […]
Alleged violation of rights: NLC to embark on mass protests in Imo
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said it would begin protests in Imo State from November 1 over the alleged violation and abuse of rights and privileges of workers by the State government. Mr Joe Ajaero, NLC President said this at a news conference on Sunday in Abuja. According to him, “NLC was deeply concerned […]
We’re cutting down cost of governance, says Otti
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has said that his administrationinitiated measures to cut down the cost of governance to the barest minimum and save money. He said this at his monthly media interactive session held at the Government House, Umuahia on Sunday night. He said that money saved from frivolous spending by past […]
Technologies and African Cultures
By Toyin Falola In the heart of the vibrant and diverse continent of Africa, a remarkable transformation is unfolding, characterized by the intricate dance between technology and the rich tapestry of African cultures. This dynamic interplay is not just reshaping societal norms but also fostering a renaissance that promises to usher the continent […]
House of Reps moves to resolve FG, ASUU disagreement on outstanding salaries
The House of Representatives has resolved to intervene in the lingering disagreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) over unpaid eight months’ salary. The resolution was a sequel to a unanimous adoption of a motion by Paul Nnamchi (LP-Enugu State) and co- sponsored by Aminu Jaji (APC-Zamfara) Julius Ihonvbere […]
House of Reps defends 134 standing committees amidst public concerns
The House of Representatives has responded to public criticism regarding its ever-expanding number of standing committees, which has now reached 134, even in the face of economic challenges affecting the country. Appointed by the Speaker back in June, these 134 committees had been tasked with managing the affairs of the 10th House of […]
Women’s group stages peaceful walk against election violence in Bayelsa
Bayelsa Women Arise Organization has called on President Bola Tinubu and security agencies to ensure a peaceful governorship election in Bayelsa State on Nov. 11. During a peaceful walk in Yenagoa, the state capital, on Tuesday, hundreds of women and youth, led by prominent community and Civil Society leaders, called for justice […]
At resumption, Ali, new NAN boss promises to rebrand agency
Malam Ali Mohammed Ali, the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) has pledged to rebrand the agency’s operation to maintain its premier position in the African continent. Ali made the pledge during his maiden meeting with the management and staff of the agency at its corporate headquarters on […]
