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Nigeria Insist On UN Security Council Seat
Nigeria has made its case for proper representation on the United Nations Security Council. It stated that having contributed to at least 41 peacekeeping missions globally and deployed over 200,000 Nigerian troops in UN operations, it deserves a seat on the global security body. “It is on this basis that Nigeria continues to call for the reform of the United Nations...
Fuel Prices: Nigerians Bemoan Rising Cost Of Transportation Expenses
The growing cost of transportation has been a cause of concern for some Nigerians who live in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The residents who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday said the continuous increase in transportation fares, which was caused by an increase in fuel prices, was affecting their daily movement and businesses. They, however, called on...
FG Advocates For Collective Action To Combat Flooding, River Pollution
The minister of water resources and sanitation has called for collective action to safeguard the nation's waterways from pollution and flooding. Prof. Joseph Utsev made the call during an event to commemorate the 2024 World Rivers Day, with the theme ‘Protect Our Rivers from Pollution’ in Abuja. Utsev noted the important roles rivers play in the water cycle, economy, ecosystem, and...
Court Dismisses Suit Seeking Ganduje’s Removal As APC Chairman
The Federal High Court, Abuja, has dismissed a suit to remove Abdullahi Ganduje as the All Progressives Congress's National Chairman. In a judgment on Monday morning, Justice Inyang Ekwo held that the suit by a group—the APC North Central Group—was premature and related to an issue that is within the international affairs of the political party. Justice Ekwo also held that...
Pan-African Parliament Declares Support For Victims Of Flooding In Nigeria
Conference of Speakers of Pan-African Parliament (PAP) under the African Union (AU) has declared solidarity with the victims of flood disasters in Nigeria and others affected by similar tragedies on the African continent. The Conference expressed their sympathy and support in a statement signed by the President of Pan-African Parliament (PAP), Hon. Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira at the ongoing 12th...
EFCC Condemns Unauthorised Use Of Kits
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, in a press release, frowns at the unauthorized use of its operational equipment in comedic skits. This comes in response to the resurgence of an old video titled “EFCC and Army Wahala” across social media platforms. In a statement on Monday via X, the anti-graft agency expressed deep concern over the misrepresentation of its operatives...
US Offers Support To Borno Flood Victims
The United States has stepped up to provide vital humanitarian aid to thousands of people affected by flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State. The severe flooding that occurred on September 10, 2024, has led to the loss of lives, widespread destruction of properties, and the displacement of countless families. This was revealed in a statement made available to journalists on Monday from...
Katsina Emirate Council Turban “Majidade Dujiman of Katsina” On Hon. Amobi Ogah (Photos)
The Katsina Emirate Council yesterday conferred the esteemed title of "Majidade Dujiman of Katsina" on Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, the Representative of Isiukwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency. Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State attended the event and congratulated Hon. Ogah on his new title, praising his commitment to developing his constituency, state, and Nigeria. Hon. Ogah expressed gratitude to the Katsina Emirate...
VP Shettima Jets Out To US For UNGA 79
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for the United States to attend the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). A statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office of The Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha on Sunday, said Shettima left the country at the directive of President Bola Tinubu. According to him,...
Africa Must Reject Narrative Of Being Second Fiddle Continent — NIPR President
The President of Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr. Ike Neliaku says the African continent must not accept the narrative of being a second fiddle in global affairs, noting that the 54-nation continent is blessed with human and material resources to play leadership role at the global stage. Speaking at a virtual engagement session on Saturday titled, "Glocalization of...
