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When Shettima’s Domestic Initiatives Test the Consciousness of Political Leadership

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By: Dr. James Bwala Beyond the superficial rhetoric surrounding attendance at weddings and condolences, Shettima’s domestic engagements reveal a profound commitment to loyalty that transcends mere social obligation. In many political contexts, such public displays are often dismissed as symbolic gestures; however, Shettima’s consistent presence at such intimate events within his community underscores a deliberate…

Idemudo Honoured With Award of Harbinger of Academic Excellence in Africa

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Uko Okon Engr. Ubong Idemudo, a philanthropist and national leader of the Progressive People’s Resolution (PPR), has received the Harbinger of Academic Excellence in Africa award. This recognition acknowledges Idemudo’s transformative contributions to education and youth empowerment across the continent. The award was presented during a ceremony in Abuja, in partnership with the Education Students’…

Flood: NEMA takes Sensitisation to Akwa Ibom Market

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Uko Okon The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has sensitised traders at Akpan Andem market in Akwa Ibom state and advised them to take proactive measures ahead of predicted flooding. In collaboration with the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), the Red Cross, and NYSC members, NEMA marched across Udo Umana Street, Johnson…

Global Spotlight: Nigeria’s Health Minister Pate Ranked Among World’s Top 100 Healthcare Influencers

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Emamuzo Iboma The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Mohammed Ali Pate, has been celebrated by key figures in Nigeria’s health and pharmaceutical industries following his recognition as one of the 100 most influential people in global healthcare. In a joint statement, Emmanuel Umenwa, Chairman of Geneith Pharmaceuticals Ltd and sponsor of the…

Edo State Govt Collaborates Association of Chinese Community on Health, Education, Empowerment.

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Tracy Ohovwore, Benin city The administration of Sen. Monday Okpebholo, through the Office of the Edo State First Lady, has collaborated with the Association of Chinese Community in the State to enhance the well-being of residents in the areas of healthcare provision, relevant and functional education, and economic empowerment initiatives. According to the Coordinator, Office…

World Hypertension Day: Anani Clamours for Increased Awareness, Action

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Tracy Ohovwore, Benin City In commemoration of World Hypertension Day, the Coordinator, Office of the Edo State First Lady, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani, has called for increased enlightenment and action to combat the challenging health condition in persons. Mrs. Anani made the call while addressing guests, including the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomole,…

Celebrating The Memory of Isaac Adaka Boro

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The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, has paid tribute to the cherished memory of the hero and icon of the Niger Delta, the Late Isaac Boro, on the occasion of the 2025 Boro Day celebration. Otuaro described Boro as an uncommon visionary and foresighted Ijaw man who dedicated his life to…

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UAD Decries Political Imposition, Warns of Threat to Democracy Ahead of Lagos LG Polls

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Emamuzo Iboma The United Action for Democracy (UAD) has raised alarm over the ongoing political unrest within the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing it as a threat to internal democracy and a reflection of a broader national crisis. Speaking at a press briefing, Comrade Kunle Wizeman Ajayi, General Secretary of UAD, emphasised that screening political…

Agroecology Training For Framers In Ogoni To Mitigate Climate Justice.

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Katherine Abayomi. Crude oil spills have been frequent in Nigeria in the past 50 years. It is estimated that 10 – 13 million tons of oil have been spilled into the environment. This has resulted to the pollution of land in these regions especially in the Niger Delta Ogoni inclusive. The Executive Director of Lekeh…

Oil Spillage: Pipeline Explosion, Distressed Indigenes’ Laments, Environmental Pollution

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…Trans Niger Pipeline eruption in B-Dere community in Ogoniland Tracy Ohovwore Health of Mother Earth Foundation, HOMEF, alongside other Civil Society Organizations, paid a visit to the spill site where the Trans Niger Pipeline erupted, polluting B-Dere community under Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State. It was noted that the incident on May 6th,…