Category: Politics and Governance

By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gateway ICT Polytechnic Saapade) Manchester United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, defended his position on Tuesday, citing his successful track record as evidence that he is the right person to rebuild the struggling club. Despite high expectations following last season’s League Cup win and a strong Premier League finish, United’s […]

By Olanrewaju Joseph( Siwes Student a OSCOTECH) Survivors of the inadvertent bombing in Tudun Biri, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, revealed they were mistakenly targeted twice by the Nigerian Army. The death toll has now risen to 120, confirmed by officials from Amnesty International who visited the affected communities. The air strike, initially […]

By Bello Gideon (SIWES student, AAPOLY) The Federal Ministry of Information and National Direction plans to spend N138,066,187 to address the issue of fake news and counterfeit calendars. Part of the funds will support external media engagement for ministers and collaborations with social media influencers. This allocation is detailed in the 2024 budget currently under […]

By Ademola Mariam Adekemi (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) In the 2024 Appropriation Bill, the Federal Government allocates N460,217,071 for the State House’s Materials and Supplies,’ with N253,277,638 earmarked for foodstuffs and catering supplies. This budget, part of President Bola Tinubu’s Budget of Renewed Hope, emphasizes financial planning, resource management, and […]

By Edafewoma Favour (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, pledges a substantial transformation, turning the state into a major construction hub in the 2024 budget. Emphasizing investments in infrastructure, agriculture, and education, the budget allocates N703.03b, with N415.66b dedicated to capital expenditures and significant focus on […]

By Bello Gideon (SIWES student, AAPOLY) In a poignant turn of events, Sunday Ogwo Okpalle, a former Two-Star Traffic guard police officer standing at over six feet, now finds himself bent and seeking alms on the streets of Niger. Once commanding respect in his role, Okpalle, now aged and struggling, recounts how the delay in […]

By Adebeso Precious (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) During a guest lecture at Corona College of Education in Lagos State, Mrs. Ibukun Awosika, Founder of Chair Centre Group, emphasized the necessity of incorporating entrepreneurial studies into primary school curricula. She believes this integration will empower young individuals to become creators of jobs, fostering […]

By Abolanle Rokeebat (SIWES student, Grace land Polytechnic Offa) The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has committed to scrutinizing the 192 projects undertaken by the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) using the N60bn COVID-19 funds. FERMA’s Managing Director, Emeka Agabasi, revealed at the hearing that 186 projects across six geo-political zones were completed, leaving […]

By Akinwunmi Mariam oluwajokotola (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Ambassador Kabiru Musa, Chargé d’Affaires of the Nigerian Mission in Libya, announced on Monday the successful repatriation of 145 stranded Nigerians through the IOM Voluntary Humanitarian Return program. The operation, aimed at assisting migrants in Libya, provided accommodation, food, medical screening, clothing, […]

By Akinwunmi Mariam oluwajokotola(SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, Chair of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, expresses profound sorrow for the lives lost in the Kaduna bombing during a Maulud celebration. He extends heartfelt sympathies to the affected families, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation […]