NSCDC Chief Calls for Adherence to Rule of Law Among Security Personnel
By Bolaji Peters (SIWES Student, The Polytechnic Iresi) Ahmed Audi, the head of the NSCDC, emphasized the importance of security personnel abiding by democratic values and respecting the rule of law during a seminar in Abuja on December 4, 2023. Audi highlighted the significant challenge of the lack of respect for the rule of law […]
Three Persons were arrested by Delta Police for killing a Barber
Adebeso Precious (SIWES Student, D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) Bright Edafe, the Public Relations Officer of Delta State Police Command, DSP, has informed the public about how three murder suspects killed a barber in Eku, Delta State. He shared this information in a post on Monday via his X handle, where he wrote, ‘Three young boys […]
Niger Police Launch Manhunt for Mother of Abandoned Newborn
By Adebeso Precious (SIWES Student, DS Adegbenro Polytechnic) The Niger State Police Command is actively searching for the mother who abandoned her newborn by the roadside in a Minna village. The baby, discovered in Tayi, Minna, was infested by soldier ants, prompting neighbors to rescue him. Wasiu Abiodun, the State Police Public Relations Officer, stated […]
Nigeria’s Large Delegation to COP28 in Dubai is Organized- Information Minister
By Akinwumi Mariam Oluwajokotola (SIWES Student, OGITECH Igbesa) Nigeria’s Information Minister, Mohammed Idris, addressed concerns over the substantial 422-member delegation attending COP28 in Dubai. He emphasized that Nigeria’s prominent representation aligns with its status as Africa’s largest economy and its significant stake in climate action. The diverse delegation, comprising government officials, civil society representatives, and […]
Nigerian Army Acknowledges Mistaken Airstrike on Civilians in Kaduna State
By Ademola Mariam Adekemi (SIWES Student, OGITECH) A military jet, allegedly responsible for a fatal bombing in Tudun Biri, Igabi LGA of Kaduna State, prompted the Nigerian Army to admit fault in the incident that claimed the lives of at least 30 villagers, as reported by The PUNCH. The acknowledgment came during a meeting at […]
MacArthur Foundation Urges Survey on Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria
By Ademola Mariam Adekemi (SIWES Student, OGITECH) At a workshop focused on governance and leadership for individuals with disabilities, funded by the European Union through its Support for Democratic Governance in Nigeria, Kole Shettima, the Country Director of the MacArthur Foundation, urged the National Bureau of Statistics to conduct a survey on disabilities in Nigeria. […]
Kano Customs Generates N6.9 Billion Revenue in November
By Ademola Mariam Adekemi (SIWES Student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) The Kano Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service announces a revenue of N6.9 billion for November. Comptroller Dauda Ibrahim Chana details significant seizures, including 2,817 bags of smuggled rice, 1,428 used tires, 250 jerry cans of vegetable oil, and 690 cartons […]
Social Media Criticism Surrounds Nigeria’s COP28 Delegation Size and Funding Transparency
By Bolaji Peters (SIWES Student, The Polytechnic Iresi) Concerns voiced on social media highlight apprehension over Nigeria sending 1411 delegates to COP28 in Dubai. Critics argue it’s a misuse of public funds and question the lack of transparency in the selection process. Some suggest the large delegation may not yield tangible results, emphasizing the need […]
AGBADO/OKE-ODO GOES DIGITAL ON REVENUE SOURCING
Agbado/Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area has planned to source its internally generated revenue (IGR) in 2024 through android phones of residents and business communities in the area. This plan was revealed by the Executive Chairman of the LCDA, Hon. David Oladapo Famuyiwa, in an interview at the Year 2024 Budget Retreat on Thursday. Hon. Famuyiwa […]
Nigerian Army Safely Disposes of 642 Unexploded Bombs from Ikeja Cantonment
By David Faith Boluwatife (IT Student Ifotech) The Nigerian Army, led by Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, has safely disposed of 642 unexploded bombs recovered from the Ikeja Military Cantonment. “Operation Clean Sweep,” initiated on October 10, aimed to recover and dispose of these ordnances, with the final disposal scheduled for November 18 at the Nigerian […]