FG Unveils Plans to Inject $100m Towards Revitalizing Creative Industry
The Federal Government has launched an ambitious $100 billion plan aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s creative economy, targeting the creation of over two million jobs each year. The comprehensive strategy was revealed by Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, during an investor roundtable in Lagos. Musawa introduced the government’s eight-point plan, […]
Peter Obi Not Ruling out Future Political Alliances or Running Again as VP
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has said he is desperate to see Nigeria work.Speaking on News Central TV, Obi did not rule out the possibility of running as Vice president in the future.He said: “Quite frankly, for me, I’m not desperate to be Nigerian president. […]
NBET Seeks License Renewal Amid NERC Ban on New Electricity Contracts
The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET) has initiated efforts to renew its license with the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to maintain its role as the country’s bulk electricity trader. This move follows NERC’s recent directive barring NBET from entering into new electricity contracts. In July, NERC instructed NBET to halt new agreements for […]
FG Launches National Youth Skills Programme to Tackle Youth Unemployment
The federal government has launched the National Youth Skills Programme (NYSP), a major initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment and equipping young people with crucial skills for the future. At the unveiling event in Abuja on Thursday, Minister of Youth Development Jamila Ibrahim highlighted the programme’s objectives. The NYSP aims to cut youth unemployment by […]
Prince Harry excited to turn 40
Prince Harry is “excited” about turning 40, a marked difference to how “anxious” he felt ahead of his 30th birthday. Friday, September 13, 2024 11:00 AM Prince Harry will turn 40 at the weekendPrince Harry will turn 40 at the weekendPrince Harry is “excited” about turning 40. The Duke of Sussex reaches his milestone birthday […]
Borno: Devastation and Despair After Alau Dam Collapse
Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, is grappling with the worst floods in three decades following the collapse of the Alau Dam on September 10. The reservoir, situated approximately 20 kilometers south of the city, failed due to heavy rains that have battered the region since late August. According to a statement […]
Scandal Rocks NUJ: Ex – FCT Chairman, Emmanuel Ogbeche Embroiled in ₦40m Lease Deal, other accusations
Journalists are referred to as the watchdog of society.They aren’t only expected to act as the conscience of the people but hold the prestigious role as the fourth tier of government after the Judiciary. This is why it has become worrisome that those who should be holding public officers accountable for any misdemeanor are now […]
Hold the pumpkin spice! Summer is going out with a bang
The summer-esque temperature projected to extend through the coming week is due to a larger pattern
Time for council to proclaim an end to making official proclamations?
The politically thorny issues that stem from making official proclamations might mean the practice is too risky, costly, and time consuming for city council to continue.
Expanding roll of community paramedics to reduce ambulance calls to nursing homes
A provincially funded pilot project aims to reduce the number of times that ambulances attend a pair of local long-term care facilities by expanding the roll of the Middlesex London Paramedic Service’s (MLPS) community paramedics.
