Political tensions in Senegal are escalating ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for November 17, 2024. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye recently dissolved the opposition-led National Assembly, a move seen as strategic to consolidate power and facilitate an anti-corruption agenda. Opposition parties have criticized this dissolution as a political maneuver aimed at undermining democratic processes, raising…
Afenifere Chieftain, Dr Femi Okurounmu, has been counseled to avoid getting involved in matters capable of ridiculing his status as an elder statesman, especially matters on which he would not speak objectively for obvious reasons. Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, who reacted…
The World Health Organization (WHO) announces that Mpox cases in Congo, where the new variant emerged, are leveling off, a promising sign, especially since this variant is more contagious. The World Health Organization observes a broad escalation of Mpox infections in Congo, although South Kivu, the initial detection site, displays case stabilization, enabling health…
A newly installed leadership team has taken the helm at Boys Brigade Nigeria, Nasarawa State Council, with a clear directive to foster the growth of future leaders who demonstrate a strong commitment to faith-based values and principles. During the Investiture Ceremony at ERCC Solid Rock, Nasarawa Eggon, on Sunday, November 10, 2024, Prof. Samson Duna,…
By Yahaya Idris Hon. Collins Ugochukwu Iheonunekwu, lawmaker representing Isiala Ngwa North, has been praised for his commitment and generosity to his constituents. Following his customary generous gesture, the lawmaker assisted a constituent held at Clifford University Medical Center due to unpaid medical bills a month after delivering a baby. The recent moves by Hon….
A special 40th-day prayer session was held on Sunday in remembrance of the peaceful repose of Hajia Ramatallahi, matriarch of Alhaji Tajudeen Ibrahim Bismillahi, a renowned community developer, politician, philanthropist, and business magnate, at her country home in Ejuku, Yagba East Local Government Area. The fidau prayer rembrance of life attracted the elite of society…
BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF. The National Assembly Service Commission NASC and it’s commissioners is statutorily charged with overseeing the day to day activities of the National Assembly management, NASS , particularly in the area of employment , promotion, discipline, retirement among many others. Under the leadership of Engr Ahmed Kadi Amshi FNSE as Executive Chairman, National…
Bishop (Dr.) Apollos Whizzkid has been nominated by the Youth Coalition for Education in Nigeria to receive the Vanguard of Education and Societal Transformation award in Nigeria on December 5, 2024, at Novare Central, Wuse Zone 5, FCT-Abuja. This prestigious award recognizes his remarkable impact and dedication to advancing Education, Societal Growth, and Human Capital…
BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF. The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has triggered a nationwide conversation on Nigeria’s ongoing Out-of-School Children (OOSC) crisis, drawing attention from stakeholders in both public and private sectors. The National Assembly is set to organize a national forum to explore solutions to the longstanding issue of more than 20 million out-of-school children…
By Wilson Macaulay Ambassador Dr. Godknows Igali, the newly elected National Chairman of PANDEF, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Prof. Amos Agbe Utuama, describing it as a profoundly sorrowful and solemn moment for both the Niger Delta and the nation. In a statement to Daily Independent Newspaper via WhatsApp, Ambassador Igali emphasized…
