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CSO Scores Budget Minister, Atiku Bagudu High In Ministerial Performance Appraisal

NewsDeskNgOct 14, 2024October 14, 20240

*Lauds Equal Spread of Appropriations in Key Capital Projects The Initiative for Transparent Leadership (ITL) has commended Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Planning, for his outstanding performance in promoting transparency, inclusivity, and sustainable development. At a press conference, the CSO praised Bagudu’s efforts in ensuring an equal...

There’s severe hunger – Group begs Tinubu, wealthy Nigerians to act fast

NewsDeskNgOct 14, 2024October 14, 20240

The Atum Humanitarian and Charitable Initiative has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu administration to take proactive action to ameliorate the current hardship in the country. Honourable Ismaila Yusuf Atus, Executive Chairman of the organization, in a statement on Sunday, noted that the rising cost of fuel has further reduced the...

Peter Obi condemns spate of killing in Nigeria

NewsDeskNgOct 14, 2024October 14, 20240

The Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi, has lamented the persistent incidents of killings, kidnappings and other violent crimes across the country. In a post via his X handle, Obi lamented the killing of some crew members of Supersports TV as well as...

FG not a travel agency, Tinubu, Atiku’s aide square up over President’s vacation

NewsDeskNgOct 13, 2024October 13, 20240

Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu has said that the Federal Government is not a travel agency, in reaction to the comment of Bayo Onanuga on the vacation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. President Tinubu had announced a 2-week vacation when he traveled...

Appreciating Betara’s Rare Leadership Disposition

NewsDeskNgOct 13, 2024October 13, 20240

By Ali Adamu The legislative arm of government is entrenched with the powers to make laws for good governance. Effective representation, however, goes beyond lawmaking. It demands a deep understanding of the people’s needs and a willingness to address them. Rt. Hon. Muktar Aliyu Betara, OON, exemplifies this commitment, leveraging...

T-Pain: Tinubu, Remi, And Akpabio Mocking Nigerians’ Hardship

NewsDeskNgOct 12, 2024October 12, 20240

By Farooq Kperogi The torment of incessantly escalating petrol prices and the consequent surge in the cost of everything have plunged Nigerians into a precipitous decline in quality of life. This dire situation is exacerbated by insensitive, almost mocking remarks from those responsible for inflicting this pain. President Bola Ahmed...

Defence minister warns Amaechi over call for protest against hardship

NewsDeskNgOct 12, 2024October 12, 20240

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has condemned recent statements made by Rotimi Amaechi, accusing him of inciting violence and unrest among the Nigerian populace. Amaechi recently said Nigerians should be protesting against the hardship in the country. Matawalle in a statement released by the Director...

Toll-free hotline for reporting of religious freedom violations launched in Taraba

NewsDeskNgOct 12, 2024October 12, 20240

A toll-free hotline geared at encouraging residents to report violations of religious freedom in Taraba State has been launched. The initiative was introduced on Saturday during the screening of the movie, ‘Bridging the Abyss’, in Jalingo, the state capital. Our reporter gathered that the initiative is part of ongoing efforts...

Okai – Ritual killings, human parts business have taken over Igala land

NewsDeskNgOct 12, 2024October 12, 20240

A former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency of Kogi State, Austin Okai, on Saturday called on law enforcement agencies and traditional rulers in Igala land to address the rising tide of ritual killings and human trafficking in the area. Recent reports indicate a...

PDP Crisis: 100 Support Groups Back Damagun-led NWC

NewsDeskNgOct 11, 2024October 11, 20240

*say anti-democratic elements have no place in the party In a show of solidarity, over 100 support groups of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have thrown their weight behind the Umar Damagum-led National Working Committee (NWC), condemning attempts to undermine the party’s constitution. The groups, under the umbrella of Foundational...