Nigerians Mourn The Passing Of Tech Prodigy Herbert Wigwe.
By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Following the tragic demise of Access Holdings CEO Herbert Wigwe, distinguished Nigerians have offered their condolences and shared fond recollections of the influential entrepreneur. President Bola Tinubu, along with several state governors, lauded Wigwe’s adept leadership in expanding the bank’s operations and his significant contributions to the financial […]
Tinubu Commends Super Eagles Resilience And Talent Displayed In AFCON Final.
By Iyobhebhe Gift Osareme (IT Student, Ambrose Ali University) President Bola Tinubu has lauded the Super Eagles for their outstanding performance during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final held in Ivory Coast. Despite the defeat to the host nation, Tinubu praised the team for demonstrating resilience and talent throughout the tournament. In a statement […]
EFCC’s Crackdown On Dollar Invoicing And Currency Mutilation.
By Iyobhebhe Gift Osareme (IT Student, Ambrose Ali University) The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched a robust initiative to combat dollar invoicing and currency mutilation in Lagos and Port Harcourt. According to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, proprietors of private universities and other institutions charging fees in dollars have been summoned for questioning. […]
National Assembly Advances Bill For Electronic Transmission Of Election Results.
By Christiana Akinola(Siwes student, Polytechnic Iresi) House of Representatives is pushing forward with an amendment to the Electoral Act that could authorize the electronic transmission of election results. The proposed legislation, titled A Bill for an Act to Amend the Electoral Act, 2022, is sponsored by Hon. Francis Waive from Delta State’s Ughelli North/Ughelli South/Udu […]
Ndume Urges CBN To Prioritize Monetary Stability And Inflation Control.
By Christiana Akinola(SIWES Student, Polytechnic Iresi) Ali Ndume, the Senate Chief Whip, has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to prioritize monetary stability and inflation control over relocating its offices. Ndume stands by his criticism of the CBN’s plans to move some offices from Abuja to Lagos, emphasizing that such relocation is not conducive […]
17 Suspects Paraded By Ebonyi State Police For Various Crimes.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) The Ebonyi State police recently paraded 17 suspects, including individuals involved in serious crimes such as kidnapping, murder, and armed robbery. Among the apprehended suspects are those responsible for the tragic murder of three Catholic worshippers at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, just a […]
Enugu State Water Corporation Reinstates Dismissed Employees Following Governor’s Directive.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) Comrade Ben Asogwa, Chairman of the Enugu State Council of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, has announced the reinstatement of previously terminated Enugu State Water Corporation employees. Asogwa, alongside other labor leaders, conveyed that the decision to terminate 20 workers lacked approval from the state governor. […]
Two Nigerians Pass Away While Watching AFCON Semi-finals:Tragedy Strikes During Super Eagles Match.
By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) During the AFCON semi-finals match between Nigeria and South Africa, tragedy struck as two individuals lost their lives while watching the intense game. A National Youth Service Corps member, identified only as Samuel, from Kaduna State serving in Adamawa State, passed away during the penalty shootout. Samuel collapsed […]
Otti Pledges To Revitalize Burnt Market In Abia State.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) During a visit to the fire-ravaged Eziukwu Road market in Aba, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State assured traders of the market’s renovation and upgrade to contemporary standards. Governor Otti made this commitment after evaluating the extensive damage caused by the fire outbreak. To fulfill his promise, […]
INEC Issues Certificates Of Victory For Bye-Elections And Rerun Elections.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) On Wednesday, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) awarded Certificates of Return to winners of the rerun and by-elections held across 26 states nationwide last Saturday. Seven political parties secured seats in both the National Assembly and state Houses of Assembly. The presentation ceremony, held at the […]