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Ikwerre Group Urges Rotimi Amaechi to Run for President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo

NewsDeskNgDec 6, 2024December 6, 20240

An Ikwerre socio-cultural group, Ikwerre Youths Progressive Initiative (IYPI) has called on former Governor of Rivers State and Transportation Minister, Rotimi Amaechi, to run for President-General of Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo. The group’s National Leader, Barrister Cosmas Ozinyowe emphasised that Amaechi’s legacy as a transformative leader in Nigeria is already cemented, but...

Over 1,000 Women Empowered with Cash Grants in Niger State by Future Pathway Foundation

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2024December 5, 20240

Humanitarian intervention aimed at alleviating the economic challenges faced by Nigerians, the Future Pathway Foundation, spearheaded by Hajia Saadatu Sani Musa, has empowered no fewer than 1,000 women across the Zone B Senatorial District of Niger State. The beneficiaries, drawn from nine local government areas, received cash grants worth to...

Breaking: Protesters storm Senate over bill for establishment of Marine Coast Guard

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2024December 5, 20240

*as citizens call for immediate stop No fewer than 5,000 activists, including youth and women from all over the country, stormed the National Assembly in Abuja on Thursday to express their strong opposition to the Coastal Guards Establishment Bill. The protesters, under the umbrella of Concerned Citizens of Nigeria, carried...

Doctors partner Nigeria ‘s Blood Service Agency to Boost Blood Donation

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2024December 5, 20240

In a bid to address the decline in blood donation in Nigeria, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has collaborated with the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA). The partnership aims to increase blood donation and provide safe, quality blood and blood products for patients in need. A team from the NMA,...

No, Mele Kyari! Blending is a Crime

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2024December 5, 20240

By Jackson O Udeh A large swathe of Nigeria’s population is scandal-fatigued. Lying public officeholders have traumatised them to the extent that they cannot be bothered about acts of brazen impunity anymore. This is the only logical explanation for the trepid response to the Group Chief Executive Officer of the...

Timi Frank gives FG 48 hour ultimatum to release Farotimi

NewsDeskNgDec 5, 2024December 5, 20240

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, on Thursday, gave the Federal and Ekiti State Government 48 hours to release a human rights lawyer, Dr. Dele Farotimi from remand or face mass protests. Frank who made this call in a statement in reaction...

ALUTA news marks 4th anniversary with prestigious lecture and award ceremony

NewsDeskNgDec 4, 2024December 4, 20240

Aluta News, a leading online news platform amplifying the voices of organized labour, youth groups, civil society organizations, and progressive individuals, is set to celebrate its 4th anniversary in grand style. A statement issued by Gambo Jagindi, the publisher of Aluta News, on Wednesday in Abuja, disclosed that the anniversary...

IGP Egbetokun Honored with Democrat Award as Nigeria Celebrates 25 Years of Democracy

NewsDeskNgDec 3, 2024December 3, 20240

The Inspector General of Police, Dr. Kayode Egbetokun, is set to receive the esteemed Democrat Award in the category of democratic year from the National Democracy Stakeholders Group (NDSG), in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey. This prestigious honor is part of the celebrations marking 25 years...

TAX REFORM TAKEDOWN: Civil Society Council Unleashes Fury on FG’s Proposals

NewsDeskNgDec 2, 2024December 2, 20240

The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria (NCSCN) has taken a strong stance against the Federal Government’s proposed tax reforms, which have been met with widespread criticism from various affiliate member organizations. The NCSCN, a coordinating platform for over 600 civil society associations, NGOs, humanitarian foundations, and community development associations,...

Stay Secure with Android Theft Protection: Now Available on the itel S25 Ultra

NewsDeskNgDec 2, 2024December 2, 20240

Smartphones are an essential part of our lives, containing valuable data, personal information, and cherished memories. But what happens if your phone gets lost or stolen? With Android Theft Protection, you can rest assured that your data remains secure, even if your device is out of your hands. This advanced...