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The Multitrillion Naira Ransom Industry 
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:57:21 +0000

The Verdict By Olusegun Adeniyi In a chilling report released on Tuesday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), N2.2 trillion was paid to kidnappers as ransom between May 2023 and April 2024. Titled, ‘The

Healthy Hands, Minds as Caring Hearts Heritage Initiative Promotes Hygiene in Schools
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:17:49 +0000

For many kids from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, the joy of learning is often overshadowed by the threat of communicable diseases. In response to this challenge, Caring Hearts Heritage Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, recently launched a

Dr. Iyadunni Gbadebo: Redefining the Nigerian Theatre Through Seamless Blend of Traditional Storytelling 
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:13:35 +0000

In the dynamic world of contemporary theatre, Dr. Iyadunni Gbadebo stands out as a visionary whose creativity has redefined the Nigerian stage. A graduate of theatre arts, she seamlessly blends

Combatting Neonatal Jaundice through Collaborative Partnerships 
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:08:27 +0000

To combat neonatal jaundice, Uzoma Mba writes that Reckitt, a global leader in health, hygiene and nutrition, recently partnered Wellbeing Foundation Africa and Oscar Anderson, through Project Oscar ‘Light for Life’ initiative  In

George Washington University’s Institute for Corporate Responsibility Partners Stephanie Linus’s Extended Hands Foundation to Launch Maternal Health and Nutrition Initiative Africa 
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:06:35 +0000

Precious Ugwuzor  In a transformative collaboration, the George Washington University’s Institute for Corporate Responsibility has partnered Nigerian actress and humanitarian Stephanie Linus and her Extended Hands Foundation to launch the

NAFDAC Refutes Claims of Approving Herbal Tea Promoting Smoking
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:05:04 +0000

Uzoma Mba  The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has categorically refuted a misleading video circulating on social media, which falsely alleges that the Agency approved

A New Milestone for Prof. Anyanwu Godson Emeka with Induction as Fellow of the Anatomical Association of Nigeria
Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:02:59 +0000

Uzoma Mba Prof. Anyanwu Godson Emeka, a well-known lecturer of Clinical and Neuroanatomy and dean of the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences Kampala International University Uganda, was inducted as a Fellow of the

Gabriel Jesus Fires Hat-trick as Arsenal Berth S’final
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:54:11 +0000

*Liverpool, Newcastle also through to the Last 4 Gabriel Jesus scored a second-half hat-trick as Arsenal staged an impressive fightback to book their place in the semi-final of the Carabao

Ghana’s Black Galaxies Promise Tough Time for Super Eagles B
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:52:41 +0000

Femi Solaja Ghanaians are putting behind their missing out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, and are battle-ready to beat their Nigerian counterparts in the first leg of the

Seyi Akinwunmi Charity Foundation to Hold Dec. 29Seyi Akinwunmi Charity Foundation to Hold Dec. 29Seyi Akinwunmi Charity Foundation to Hold Dec. 29
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:49:57 +0000

The 2024 Seyi Akinwunmi Charity Foundation, the 11th in the series, has been scheduled to take place on December 29, 2024 A total of 160 participants are expected to grace

Dikko, Keyamo, Dabiri-Erewa, Others  Honour Aisha Falode at Launch of Tyler Fray Foundation
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:46:57 +0000

The Tyler Fray Foundation, an initiative of a board member of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Ms Aisha Falode, was launched on Monday at the Civic Centre,  Victoria Island Lagos.

Max Air Soars to Victory in Abuja Guards Polo Club Tournament
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:45:37 +0000

Mary Nnah The 2024 Abuja Guards Polo Club Tournament came to a thrilling close, with MAX Air emerging victorious in the Legislative Shield Trophy. The team defeated STL 4-3 in

BETWEEN NIGERIA AND KEMI BADENOCH
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:40:35 +0000

There are lessons from the bitter exchanges generated by Badenoch’s negative comments about Nigeria. Monday Philips Ekpe writes  Ordinarily, the recent election of Kemi Badenoch as the head of Britain’s Conservative Party

NEEDED: A DENTAL HOSPITAL IN YOBE NORTH
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:37:26 +0000

In the heart of Nigeria’s northeastern region lies Yobe North, a resilient community striving to overcome the challenges of underdevelopment and limited healthcare infrastructure. While the area has witnessed significant

TETFUND: THE INS AND THE OUTS
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:34:19 +0000

TETFUND does not award contracts, but releases money to beneficiary institutions, argues Johnson Momodu  The legendary Nelson Mandela did describe education as a formidable weapon useful to  positively reset the stability

NIGERIA’S RISING PROFILE
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:30:21 +0000

 ADEMOLA OSHODI contends President Tinubu’s domestic reforms and international diplomacy are earning the nation renewed attention In a rapidly globalizing world, a nation’s international standing is pivotal in shaping its development

ADDRESSING THE MALNUTRITION CHALLENGE
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 23:28:13 +0000

The authorities should do more to contain the food crisis Since food is needed for survival and well-being, there is a need for urgent intervention to avert a human catastrophe in the country. With the fear of malnutrition for

CBN: Nigeria’s $42.01bn External Reserves Can Finance Goods, Services Importation for Nine Months
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:42:48 +0000

.Senate asks CBN to address interest rate hikes, naira scarcity Sunday Aborisade in Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria said Wednesday that the $42.01billion external reserves of the country can

Tinubu Names Executive Management for 12 River Basin Devt Authorities
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:36:01 +0000

Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the Executive Management of 12 River Basin Development Authorities under the Federal Ministry of Water Resources.According to a

At Last, Abia Gets Airport As Keyamo Performs Groundbreaking to Commence Work on Project
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:09:00 +0000

Emmanuel Ugwu-Nwogo in Umuahia The Federal Government has approved the upgrade of the airstrip initially earmarked for Abia State to an international cargo airport, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace

Tinubu Arrives Lagos For Christmas, New Year Holidays 
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:58:00 +0000

Deji Elumoye in Abuja  President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos to spend the Christmas and New Year holidays. The president arrived the presidential wing of the Murtala Mohammed International

Army Seeks Innovative Strategy to Defeat Terrorism, Banditry, Violent Extremism 
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:01:00 +0000

Linus Aleke in Abuja  The Nigerian Army has said that it is evolving innovative strategy to defeat terrorism, banditry, secessionist agitations and violent extremism in the country.  The military also

Akpabio: Why We Extended 2024 Budget Lifespan To June 2025
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:53:00 +0000

* Defends Tax Reform Bills, says critics haven’t read proposed laws Sunday Aborisade in Abuja  President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has explained that the impressive performance of the 2024 national

Tinubu Presents 47.9trn Budget for 2025, Allocates N4.9trn to Defence, Security
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:58:00 +0000

.Debt servicing to gulp N15.81trn, infrastructure gets N4.06trn, health N2.48trn, education N3.52trn .President says economic recovery in sight as foreign reserves hit $40bn, trade surplus at ₦5.8trn .Revenue collection hits

A PROMISE KEPT
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:59:00 +0000

 Delta State is on the right path, argues AFAM NWEZE At inauguration on May 29, 2023, Delta governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, made a solemn pledge: to use the state’s resources for the advancement of the state.