The deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, indicated on Thursday that the initial draft report of the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution would be prepared by August 2024. Kalu, serving as the chairman of the House Committee on Constitution Review, further mentioned that the final clean copy, eligible for presidential […]
The lawmakers from the Labour Party (LP) in the Anambra State House of Assembly have contributed their six months’ basic salary to alleviate the hardships faced by the people. Jude Ifeanyi Umennajiego, the spokesperson for the group and representative of Onitsha South II, urged both the federal and state governments to halt activities in all […]
The practice of debate among pupils and students is an ancient custom, primarily aimed at cultivating vital skills such as critical thinking, reasoning, and public speaking. Debates serve to enable students to articulate their thoughts coherently, influencing others and building confidence. It is a forum where effective communication skills are nurtured, all governed by well-defined […]
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, approves promotion of 8,785 FCTA staff Mr. Udo Samuel Atang, the acting Permanent Secretary of FCTA, announced on Thursday that 8,785 personnel, who successfully passed the promotion examination, have been approved for promotion to the next rank according to public service rules. Out of the 9,710 staff participating in the process, […]
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) launched free delivery kits for pregnant women enrolled in the FCT health insurance scheme on Thursday. During the program, organized by the FCT Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS) in collaboration with USAID, free delivery kits were distributed to vulnerable pregnant women across the six area councils. Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, the […]
FOOD COST PROTESTS HIGHLIGHT NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS The ongoing civil unrest demanding urgent government intervention to address the escalating cost of food underscores the necessity for proactive measures to improve living conditions. Historically, the beautification of urban centers through ornamental plant species aimed at preserving plant life and maintaining ecosystem balance. Shifting towards cultivation […]
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has requested Nigerians to exhibit patience regarding the present power situation, assuring them of efforts to find a resolution. Nigerians are urged to remain patient as the issue of inconsistent power supply is on the verge of being resolved. We are committed to tackling the fundamental causes of the […]
An initiative addressing diabetes and mental health challenges has been introduced in Lagos, focusing on empowerment, awareness, and the prevention and management of these conditions. The Oni na Foundation (meaning “love of a mother”) will oversee research on diabetes care and treatment, including evaluating the effectiveness of herbal treatments for this chronic disease. Diabetes encompasses […]
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), in collaboration with the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN), has shut down 1,370 wholesale medicine outlets in Kano due to their non-compliance with the directive to relocate to the Coordinated Wholesale Centre (CWC). These outlets were operating within the open drug markets of Sabon […]
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has highlighted that concrete technology, introduced by the current administration, is a strategic innovation to address the issue of road failures. During a visit to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State, the minister emphasized the necessity of implementing concrete technology on Nigerian roads due to the unique soil […]
