Category: Politics and Governance

Diaspora Investment Summit Planned By Ondo State Government.

By Sanni Azeezat Opeyemi (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) Ondo State is set to host a special Diaspora Investment Summit in collaboration with the United Nations Development Program and the European Union Commission. Scheduled virtually from December 2 to 9, 2023, the summit aims to gather resources and support for the local development of […]

Interior Minister Orders Investigation

By Olanrewaju Joseph( Siwes Student at OSCOTECH) Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has instructed the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Haliru Nababa, to look into allegations of some personnel aiding terrorists. Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Chris Musa had accused certain correctional service personnel of collaborating with inmates to fund terrorist operations, prompting […]

Uber Driver In Lagos Seeks Justice After Alleged Assault By EFCC Officials.

By Samuel Abigael Busayo (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) Luke Gum, a middle-aged Uber driver, is pursuing justice after claiming he was brutally assaulted by officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) during a traffic incident in the Ikoyi area of Lagos State. According to Gum, the altercation began when his […]

Enugu State Government Initiates Construction Of 260 New Primary Healthcare Centers.

By Sanni Azeezat Opeyemi (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) The Enugu State Government, led by Governor Dr. Peter Mbah, is embarking on a significant healthcare enhancement project, constructing 260 new Type 2 primary healthcare centers across the state. This strategic move aims to bring healthcare services closer to residents, fostering better accessibility. Governor Mbah, […]

PDP Governors Seek Fair Revenue.

By Sanni Azeezat Opeyemi (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic Saapade) The PDP Governors Forum, following their Abuja meeting, is urging the Federal Government to adopt a new revenue allocation formula that provides states and local government areas with a more substantial share of funds, emphasizing the importance of fair distribution and reaching the grassroots level. […]

Nigerian Government Has Initiated The Repatriation Process For Nigerian From, Cameron, Chad, And Niger Republic.

By Sanni Azeezat Opeyemi (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic) The Nigerian government has initiated the repatriation process for Nigerian refugees from Cameroon, Chad, and Niger Republic. This action aims to bring back those who sought safety in neighboring countries during the Boko Haram crisis. Recently, Alhaji Ahmed Tijjani, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission […]

LP Protests At INEC Headquarter For Imo State Election Results

By Sanni Azeezat Opeyemi (SIWES student at Gateway Polytechnic, Saapade) The Labour Party (LP) and its supporters marched to the INEC office in Abuja, demanding the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Imo State governorship election results. Clearly emphasizing their commitment to electoral transparency, LP leaders Kennedy Ahanotu and Athan Achonu led the demonstration. Achonu […]

President Bola Tinubu’s Administration Proposes Four-Year Education Improvement Plan.

By Sanni Azeezat Opeyemi( Siwes Student Gateway Polytechnic Saapade) During the 35th convocation ceremony at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Minister of Education Tahir Mamman revealed the administration’s intent to address education challenges through a comprehensive four-year strategic plan. This initiative, discussed at the national stakeholders’ workshop on October 19, 2023, aims to reshape the […]

Seven Individuals Apprehended By The Kano State Police For Participating In A Protest.

By Olanrewaju Joseph (SIWES student, OSCOTECH) Seven individuals have been apprehended by the Kano State Police Command for participating in a protest triggered by discrepancies in the Court of Appeal’s judgment regarding Governor Abba Yusuf’s removal. The Concerned Yoruba Community in Kano is apprehensive about potential reprisals against Yoruba residents, fearing the perception of injustice […]

Interior Minister Orders Investigation Into Alleged Prison Guard Support For Insurgents.

By Olanrewaju Joseph( Siwes Student, OSCOTECH) Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has instructed the Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Haliru Nababa, to look into allegations of some personnel aiding terrorists. Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Chris Musa had accused certain correctional service personnel of collaborating with inmates to fund terrorist operations, prompting the […]

Back To Top