Tragedy Strikes National Assembly as Honorable Ekene Adams Passes Away The somber halls of the Nigerian National Assembly were filled with sorrow once again as news of the passing of House of Representatives member, Honorable Ekene Adams, spread through the chambers. Hon. Adams, who represented Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, met his untimely demise on July 16, prompting the …

FG Distributes 20 Trucks of Rice to States and FCT In a bid to alleviate the economic hardships faced by Nigerians, the Federal Government has distributed 20 trucks of rice to each of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. During a briefing in Abuja following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, Minister of Information and National …

  ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HEPATITIS Hepatitis is a critical global health issue that affects millions of people each year. It is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by viral infections. The five main types of hepatitis viruses are Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E, each with unique causes, transmission methods, and potential dangers. Hepatitis A …

Chief Imam advocates national efforts to combat vices hindering progress Nigerians, regardless of their religion, ethnicity, or political affiliation, have been urged to support efforts to eliminate banditry, kidnapping, ritual killings, money laundering, and corruption, which continue to hinder the economic development of Nigeria. The Chief Imam of Arigidi Akoko, Sheikh Jimoh Balogun, said in his Jummah service sermon that …

Edo women call Obaseki’s development effort a profound failure · Say Okpebholo will stop bad leadership · Declare APC governorship candidate moral model · Vow to deliver Edo State to APC Edo State Women on Monday assessed the seven and half years of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) administration in the state, saying the ruling party had failed. ‘’A new …

GMO in Nigeria: How Safe is TELA Maize? Genetically Modified Organism is a byproduct of biotechnology. In medicine, biotechnology existed many centuries ago as an innovation. Hitherto, biotechnology was a non-issue or, like any other technological breakthrough, until it widened its scope to include the latest globally controversial product: a genetically modified organism, GMO, or transgenic organism. This recent status …

  Empowering rural farmers for sustainable development (2) There needs to be a bridge built, and there should be notable success stories for farmers to hear about, as they are now facing numerous challenges and are distanced from policymakers. The Fundamental actions of a typical Nigerian entering fields of agriculture and production The bankers in the banking industry are amused …

Gov Adeleke vows to punish corrupt officials, partners ICPC for transparency The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has vowed to punish any political office holder found to have mismanaged or stolen public funds in the state. Adeleke, who said his administration is committed to transparency and accountability in managing public funds in the state, disclosed that he will sack …

Western Influences on African Youth: A Call for cultural reawakening Africa, known as the cradle of civilization, has always been rooted in strong morals, discipline, respect for elders, and a deep reverence for the supreme being. These values have been the cornerstone of our societies for generations. However, the pervasive influence of Western cultures is systematically undermining these foundational principles. …

Exploring the prospects for sustainable youth engagement in Kano State.  One of the biggest problems confronting several major cities in the country today is the severity of youth redundancy and the resulting impact on the social setup. The situation is far more serious in cities where hitherto functioning factories which were engaging many capable youths into remunerative employment have largely …