Category: Politics

The ECOWAS Commission, through its Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs (DHSA) has joined the global community to commemorate the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (TIP) with the theme; “Human Trafficking is organized crime – End the exploitation”. According to a statement, ECOWAS has placed the fight against trafficking in persons at the heart…

The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has advocated for a two-pronged approach of prevention and prosecution for the eradication of human trafficking. The Deputy Head of Mission, International Organisation for Migration (IOM), Ms Paola Pace gave the advice on Thursday in Abuja at the award ceremony of the third edition of the short film contest…

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has relieved two commissioners of their appointments to revitalise governance and enhance service delivery. The reshufflement is contained in a statement released by the governor’s spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, on Thursday. The officials affected are the commissioners for Environment and. Intergovernmental and Special Duties. The statement noted that Zulum expressed appreciation…

…Assures Nigerians, No Cause for Alarm Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, as part of her visit to Ghana to douse the tension brought about by the demand by Ghanaians for expulsion of Nigerians from their country, has appealed for calm. The minister, who spoke at a joint press briefing with Ghana’s…

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has expressed grave concern over the Federal Government’s planned implementation of a 5% surcharge on fossil fuel transactions, as outlined in Section 158 of the recently gazetted Nigeria Tax Act. A statement on Thursday by AAN Country Director, Dr. Andrew Mamedu, read: “While we acknowledge the need for innovative revenue generation strategies…

By Barikui Felix President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members and principal officers of the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Koroma/Saakpenwa, in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State. A statement from the office of the Special Adviser, Information And Strategy, to the President, Bayo Ononuga stated that Professor Don…

The Director-General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR), Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, has officially unveiled the long-awaited Nigeria’s 2024 Strategic Conflict Assessment (SCA). The report, a monumental 859-page provides an empirically grounded analysis of Nigeria’s conflict landscape across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Speaking during the formal presentation event at…

The Chairman of the House Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Hon. Muktar Betara contribution towards development of his constituency, Biu/Bayo/Shani/Kwaya Kusar has been commended by one of the most prominent association in the area, the Biu Forum. The Forum said the lawmaker was a blessing to the area has he made remarkable impact since…

By Emamuzo Iboma Governor Hyacinth Alia has officially dissolved the Benue State Executive Council and appointed former Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Moses Atagher, as the new Chief of Staff, effective immediately. A seasoned administrator and former acting Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank, Atagher brings extensive experience to his new role. His…

By Emamuzo Iboma The Federal Government has announced a significant 50 percent increase in scholarship grants across all academic levels as part of a comprehensive reform aimed at expanding educational opportunities and addressing rising costs. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, revealed that PhD students will now receive N750,000 annually, up from N500,000; Master’s students…