CPN, others flay the proposed NITDA Bill 2021
By Rosemary Ogbonnaya Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria) (CPN) has condemned theproposed NITDA Bill 2021 in its entirety. The CPN delegates, led by the […]
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SERAP asks court to stop Buhari from spending N26bn on travels, meals, others
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit asking the Federal High Court in Abuja to “stop President Muhammadu Buhari from spending N26bn in the […]
Lalu tasks International Summit Committee on inclusivity, global recognition for PWDs
By Rosemary Ogbonnaya While inaugurating Committee for International Summit on Disabilities recently in Abuja, the Executive Secretary National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, NCPWD,Mr. James […]
Over 1700 Nigerian youths apply for UNODC anti-corruption coding competition
By Rosemary Ogbonnaya In a bid to help countries in fostering youth innovation and employing new technologies in the fight against corruption, the United Nations […]
Drug addiction: NDLEA to establish 6 standard rehab centres in Nigeria –Marwa
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it will establish six standard rehabilitation centres in each geo-political zone of Nigeria starting from 2022. The […]
Avoidable Labour disputes, threat to 2022 Appropriation Act, Sustainable Economic Plan- MINILS DG
Serial disregards for collective agreements by some employers, relevant government agencies with the attendant incessant strikes, lockouts and loss of man-hours threaten the realization of […]
Buhari’s 2022 Budget Speech
2022 BUDGET SPEECH Budget of Economic Growth and Sustainability Delivered By: His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari President, Federal Republic of Nigeria At the Joint Session […]
China strengthens support for private enterprises – Report
China says it would introduce more policies to support the high-quality development of private enterprises, the Economic Information Daily report says on Tuesday. The All-China […]
Usyk halts Joshua’s reign as world boxing heavyweight champion
London, Sept. 26, 2021 (dpa/NAN) Anthony Joshua’s reign as world boxing heavyweight champion ended on Saturday, with the proposed “Battle of Britain” against Tyson Fury now […]
CSOs, NGOs and Their Discontents,By Reuben Abati
Civil society groups, including Non-Governmental Organisations are a positive force for change and progress in society, oftentimes helping to bridge the gaps of alienation between […]
We are deboarding JSS students to promote parental upbringing, says Fintiri
The Adamawa Government says it has deboarded all public Junior Secondary schools (JSS), to promote moral and parental upbringing in the students. Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri, […]
Doctor’s strike: Court directs FG, NARD to proceed with suit as negotiation fails
The National Industrial Court, Abuja, on Friday directed the Federal Government and the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors ( NARD) to proceed with their applications […]
FUTA Dons win 14 National Research Grants
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing council, Federal University of Technology Akure, FUTA , Ambassador Godknows Igali has asserted that the institution is blessed with crop of […]
CITAD lauds donation of land for community network in Bauchi
By Chimezie Godfrey The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has commended donation of land by the Chairman of Itas/Gadau Local Government Area of […]
AfDB says lack of infrastructure hampers industrialisation in Africa
Mr Emmanuel Akinwunmi, the Principal Private Sector Specialist, African Development Bank (AfDB) says industrialisation process in Africa is hampered by lack of infrastructure and competitiveness. […]
NITDA to leverage on AfCTA to build digital market globally
As Nigeria moves swiftly towards diversifying her economy using technology, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has proposed partnership with Republic of Namibia in […]
PIB: Nigeria trying to open another frontier for crisis – Seriake Dickson
… says Nigeria not helping itself By Haruna Salami The last may not have been heard of the Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB which was recently […]
Civil Society Group set to interrogate FG over delay on ASCL
By Chimezie Godfrey A non-governmental organisation, NGO Network is working in collaboration with CSO Coalition for Ajaokuta Steel revival. The Project Director, NGO Network, Mr […]
We didn’t take over Bodija Eid Ground, Oyo Govt insists
The Oyo State Government has explained that it took the decision to develop the 11,435.711-square-metre open field in Bodija as a recreation facility in order […]
Leaking NASS Roof: FCDA opens up, says renovation contract undergoing procurement process
The Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) has opened up on the recent reports of leaking roof at the National Assembly Complex. A statement by Richard […]
JAMB delists additional 6 CBT centres
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has delisted additional six Computer Based Centres (CBT) over poor performance on the second day of the 2021 […]
NANS suspends June 12 protest
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has suspended its planned June 12 nationwide protest. The President of the association, Mr Sunday Asefon, announced the […]
Tambuwal: I can’t accept honorary degree while Nigeria isn’t secure
Gov. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto state has humbly declined the proposed conferment of an honorary degree on him by the Nahda International University College […]
AKK Gas project will revive ailing industries, create jobs – Ganduje
Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has said that the Ajaokuta, Kaduna, Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline project would have huge economic impact and create jobs […]
Judiciary workers hopeful that governors will uphold law guaranteeing Judicial autonomy
The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) on Monday expressed the hope that state governors would execute legal requirements on financial autonomy for the Judiciary. […]