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By George Ozalla Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to offer scholarships to students from St. Lucia and other Caribbean countries while millions of Nigerian children remain out of school. Obi described the move as an “act of betrayal” against Nigerian children, emphasizing that Nigeria has the […]

*Opinion* By George Ozalla The unhealthy practice of begging can also strain relationships with family, friends, and even strangers. Frequent requests for money can lead to feelings of resentment and mistrust, causing people to become less willing to help. Furthermore, widespread begging can impact societal attitudes towards giving and generosity, potentially resulting in donor fatigue. […]

By Michael Adedotun Oke As Nigeria strives for economic revival, a fundamental truth often gets lost in the spreadsheets: the true measure of economic success lies not just in the data, but in the human faces impacted by development. The nation’s foundational packages and social welfare programs must be tailored to the people’s reality, driven […]

By Michael Adedotun Oke As residents of Gwagwalada Area Council grapple with the lingering effects of a strike by local council workers, a familiar tension grips the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). What began as a localized industrial action to press for improved welfare in one of Abuja’s six area councils has quickly become a stark […]

By George Ozalla Morenike Grace Henry’s appointment as Chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion marks a historic milestone, as she becomes the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s history. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to gender inclusivity and affirmative action is evident in this appointment, which is a positive […]

By George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has just hosted a hybrid Stakeholder Engagement Forum on its Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) exercise. According to Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the NCC, the engagement is crucial in shaping policies that prioritize consumer protection while maintaining a vibrant and competitive market. The […]

By George Ozalla The Member representing AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Joshua Chinedu Obika, has strongly condemned the ongoing strike by LEA primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory. According to Hon. Obika, the strike is a clear indication of the need for the government to prioritize education and healthcare […]

By George Ozalla The wife of Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, a retired Justice of the Supreme Court and Honourable Commissioner representing the Judiciary in the Police Service Commission, Mrs. Zeporah Galumje, was laid to rest on Saturday, June 21st, 2025, at her husband’s compound in Didan, Kurmi Local Government Area of Taraba state. The funeral […]

*Special Tribute* Meet Charles Emmamuzou Usie, a visionary leader and strategist dedicated to advancing the rights of girls and promoting gender equality. As the Country Director of Plan International Nigeria, Charles has spent over two decades working in civil society and international development, driven by a profound belief that every person, especially girls, deserves a […]

By Augustine Akpan The Akwa Ibom State Government has approved the recruitment of 3,000 workers across various sectors in the state. Of the said 3,000 positions, the mainstream civil service, healthcare, and teaching sectors have each been allocated 1,000 slots. This was disclosed to the press on Monday by the State’s Head of Civil Service […]