Allegations Of Malpractice Raised By Unsuccessful Candidates In Ebonyi South Election.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate Barrister Silas Onu and All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) candidate, following their defeat in the Ebonyi South senatorial zone bye-election, have accused the All Progressive Congress (APC) of engaging in malpractices during the voting process. Speaking from Ohaozara Local Government Area of […]
Otti Vows To Prioritize Road Construction.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) Dr. Alex Otti, the Governor of Abia State, has underscored his commitment to prompt results and progress in the state. Commencing the reconstruction of the 67Km Umuahia-Uzuakoli-Akara-Ohafia Road on Wednesday, Otti stressed the urgency by engaging three contractors—Craneburg, Ferotex, and CCECC—to work concurrently on the project. Expressing […]
Collaboration Between Federal Government And Engineers To Enhance Road Construction Projects.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) David Umahi, the Minister of Works, expressed concerns about the quality and durability of roads due to malpractices within the construction industry. During a courtesy visit by the executives of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering, Umahi highlighted discrepancies in road longevity compared to international standards, emphasizing the […]
Prioritizing National Welfare Over The Right To Bear Arms.
By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) In Nigeria, amidst rising crime rates, the debate over civilian access to firearms intensifies. Advocates argue that empowering citizens to defend themselves is paramount, given the government’s perceived failure to ensure security. However, concerns loom over potential repercussions, including increased violence and vigilante justice. This call for liberalized […]
Plateau University Welcomes Former State Government Secretary As New Vice-Chancellor.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) In response to the removal of Prof. Bernard Matur and four other educational heads in Plateau State, Governor Caleb Mutfwang has swiftly appointed Prof. Shedrack Best, a former Secretary to the State Government, as the new Vice-Chancellor of Plateau University in Bokkos. The announcement, made within 24 […]
Progress In Relocating The Ministry Of Industry, Trade And Investment.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) The Federal Government is moving forward with plans to relocate the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment to a new headquarters, Trade Minister Doris Uzoka-Anite revealed during a meeting with directors in Abuja on Wednesday. The minister, currently operating from the Bank of Industry headquarters, confirmed the […]
APC Forms Edo Governor Screening Committee,Ganduje Absent.
By Adegbenro Barakat Opeyemi (SIWES Student, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic) The All Progressives Congress (APC) convened a seven-member committee to vet 12 aspirants vying for the Edo State governorship. The ceremony, hosted at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, witnessed the absence of Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman, and Senator Ajibola Basiru, the national secretary. […]
U.S And Falana Condemn Senegal’s Delay Of Presidential Election.
The United States government and Nigerian human rights activist Femi Falana (SAN) have criticized Senegal’s decision to postpone its presidential election until December, as announced by the parliament. The American government, through its spokesperson Matthew Miller, expressed deep concern over Senegal’s deviation from its strong democratic tradition with the postponement of the February 25, 2024, […]
Tragic Accident In Osun State:Bus Driver Faints, Causes Fatal Crash.
By Dosu Deborah Oluwatimilehin (SIWES student, Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic Eruwa) A distressing incident unfolded in Osun State as a mini bus driver, whose identity remains undisclosed, collapsed while operating a public transport vehicle. The driver was in charge of a Korope, a common type of mini commercial bus in Nigeria, ferrying passengers to their destinations […]
CSO Urges Lawmakers To Oppose Arming Citizens:A Call For Stability.
By Omotosho Victor Fiyinfoluwa (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti) A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), the Civil Coalition for Credible Election (CSCCE), warns against the perils of arming citizens for self-defence amidst Nigeria’s insecurity challenges. In a recent press conference held in Abuja, Aminu Usman, the convener of CSCCE, emphasized the grave risks associated with such […]