Boat Capsizes In Niger State With 100 Passengers Onboard.
By Christiana Akinola(Siwes student, Polytechnic Iresi) A boat traveling from Dugga to Wara capsized, carrying 100 passengers. The NSEMA received information about the incident from their Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Hussain, who stated that it occurred at 2:05 PM yesterday. The boat, transporting grains and sugar cane, was en route from Dugga Mashaya in Niger […]
Nigeria’s Fintech Funding Ranks Fourth Among African Giants, Despite Prominent Startups Weathering A 16% Drop In 2023.
By Christiana Akinola(Siwes student, Polytechnic Iresi). Nigerian fintech startups secured $243 million in the past year, marking the lowest among the ‘Big Four’ African nations, as outlined by Afridigest. Despite the 16% decline in funding for Nigeria in 2023, notable startups like Moove and Lemfi still managed to raise substantial amounts. In comparison, Egypt, South […]
Nigeria Seeks Foreign Investment Boost At World Economic Forum
By Christiana Akinola(Siwes student, Polytechnic Iresi) Part of Nigeria’s delegation led by Vice President Shettima at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Switzerland. The goal is to attract foreign investment, as stated by Foreign Affairs Minister Tuggar. The WEF, scheduled from January 15-19, 2024, will see participation from over 52 heads of state, including China’s […]
EFCC Urges Court Of Appeal To Dismiss Ibeto’s Appeal Against Arrest Warrant.
Christiana Akinola(Siwes Student, Polytechnic Iresi) The EFCC has requested the Court of Appeal in Lagos to reject Ibeto’s appeal challenging a bench warrant issued by a Lagos State High Court. Asserting that the lower court holds authority to order Ibeto’s arrest, the EFCC argues against Ibeto’s objections to the court’s jurisdiction. Justice Ismail Ijelu issued […]
NULGE Protestors Block Bwari Council Secretariat Over Unpaid Arrears.
By Christiana Akinola(SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Reports on Monday’s shutdown of the Bwari Council Secretariat by NULGE Bwari Area Council branch. Led by Chairman Emmanuel Ishaku, workers barricaded the entrance, demanding payment and holding placards with messages like ‘Pay us our 35% wage award. The protestors accused the chairman of undermining FCT intentions and reminded […]
Tinubu Commemorates Chief Bisi Akande’s 85th Birthday With Warm Regards.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) President Bola Tinubu expressed heartfelt appreciation for Chief Bisi Akande, former Osun State governor and key APC member, on his 85th birthday, as revealed in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity. In the statement titled President Tinubu Celebrates His Longstanding Ally, Chief […]
Plateau State Records 752 Human Rights Abuse Cases In 2023.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) Veronica Abe, the Coordinator of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in Plateau State, revealed on Monday that the state received a total of 752 complaints between January and November 2023. The reported cases encompassed issues such as unlawful detention, extrajudicial killings, inhuman treatment, domestic violence, child […]
Lagos State Commissioner Of Police Asserts No Authority For Officers To Conduct Mobile Phone Searches.
By Hungah Peter (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ilaro) Fayoade Adegoke, the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, emphasized that Nigerian police officers are not permitted to search citizens’ phones. Adegoke clarified that the responsibility for such searches lies within the Police Force’s cyber section, and individuals with suspicions will be taken to the station for […]
IGP Intensifies Security Measures On Abuja-Kaduna Expressway To Combat Kidnapping.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued orders for the reinforcement of security on the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway, deploying officers and advanced equipment to ensure the safety of travelers. The directive emphasizes strict monitoring by Deputy IG, Operations, Ede Ekpeji, aiming to act as a […]
Kenneth Okonkwo, Former Spokesperson For Peter Obi’s Campaign, Defends Daniel Bwala’s Visit To President Bola Tinubu.
By Omotosho Victor Fiyinfoluwa (SIWES student, Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti) Kenneth Okonkwo, former spokesperson for Peter Obi’s campaign, defends Daniel Bwala’s visit to President Bola Tinubu In an interview on Channels Television, Okonkwo expressed that there’s nothing wrong with Bwala pledging support to Tinubu, emphasizing that meeting with the President is acceptable in Nigeria. Okonkwo also […]