Factor Driving Migration From Nigeria.
By Olagoke Olawepo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Migration from Nigeria is influenced by a multitude of factors. Notably, Nigerians are drawn to foreign lands in pursuit of better prospects, improved living standards, and access to high-quality education and healthcare. A significant number of Nigerians choose to emigrate in search of improved economic conditions and […]
Olaopa Has Been Appointed As Federal Civil Service Commission To Assume Office November 30.
By David Faith Boluwatife (I T Student IFOTECH Tunji Olaopa has been appointed as the chair of the Federal Civil Service Commission, along with 11 others as members, pending Senate confirmation. President Bola Tinubu made this announcement on November 25. The new leadership will take office on November 30, 2023, following the expiration of the […]
Court Allows Prosecution Of REC In Adamawa State.
By David Faith Boluwatife (I T Student IFOTECH) A Federal High Court in Abuja has approved Senator Aisha Binani’s request to prevent the prosecution of the suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner, Hudu Yunusa-Ari in Adamawa State. This decision follows an interim order previously issued by the court, which had directed INEC, the Attorney General of the […]
US And Nigeria Join Forces To Counteract Terrorism Funding.
By David Faith Boluwatife (I T Student, IFOTECH) In an announcement by Eric Meyer, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the US Treasury Department, the United States has officially partnered with the Nigerian government to combat the financing of terrorism. Meyer emphasized the importance of ensuring the security and integrity of Nigeria’s financial system, acknowledging its […]
Teenager Stab Woman To Death In Gombe State.
By Samuel Abigael Busayo (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) A Gombe teenager, identified as 18-year-old Mustapha Isah, has been arrested by the Gombe State Police Command for the tragic murder of a 58-year-old woman, Aishatu Abdullahi, who was a mother of eight. Aishatu’s untimely death shocked the community and led to widespread condemnation. […]
NEDC Criticizes Contractors For Comprising The Standards Of Their Projects.
By Olagoke Olawepo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) The NEDC has voiced its dissatisfaction with contractors failing to adhere to project standards. Consequently, they have been called to account for their actions at the Commission’s headquarters in Maiduguri. The Chairman, Major General Paul Tarfa, expressed his disappointment while inspecting ongoing projects in Bauchi state, […]
Former President Of Nigeria Says Nigeria Would Have Lost $15bn.
Olanrewaju Joseph (SIWES student,OSCOTECH) On Sunday, former President Muhammadu Buhari expressed that Nigeria would have faced a $15 billion loss had it not won the case against the international company, Process & Industrial Development Limited. He regretted that this substantial financial setback could have been utilized to fund vital infrastructure projects. This situation stemmed from […]
Court Summons Police Officer Over Alleged Harassment And Detention Of Lawyer
Ayorinde Taiwo: SIWES Student (Gateway Poly, Saapade) A court has issued a summons for Superintendent of Police, Odion Usidamen, who serves in the legal department at the office of the AIG, Alagbon. Usidamen is accused of harassing and detaining a lawyer on August 7, 2023, for five hours in connection with a land dispute. Justice […]
Ogun State Government Closes Recycling Company For Environmental Pollution.
By Ayorinde Taiwo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) The Ogun State Government announced on Sunday the closure of Maths Metal Recycling Limited, located in the Sagamu area of Ogun State, due to intentional industrial pollution that posed a threat to local residents. According to Ola Oresanya, the State Commissioner for Environment, the company had […]
Shop owners In Lagos State Ask For Three Years Compensation After Demolition.
By Adebeso Precious(SIWES student D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) Shop owners in the Ikotun area of Lagos State are seeking compensation three years after their shops were demolished to expand a roundabout in the Alimosho Local Government Area. Over 90 shops were affected when the demolition took place in 2020. Despite promises from the state […]