Nasarawa community laments destruction by roaming cattle, urges government intervention By Glory Sam Residents and farmers in Aso community, Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, have decried the activities of roaming cattle, alleging that they have continued to destroy farmlands in the area. The residents, who spoke in separate interviewsContinue Reading
By Kazeem Akande Mr Haruna Aruwe, the Chairman of Mushin Local Government Area of Lagos State, on Wednesday inaugurated 10 newly constructed roads in the area. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the inaugurated roads are Alasalatu, Mosalashi, Cash, Akingbola, Ibiosi, Alvis, Tadeyo,Continue Reading
FCT residents call for improved waste management, cleaner communities Sanitation By Precious Clement-Idowu and Titilayo Adesina Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called on relevant authorities to strengthen waste management systems and improve community sanitation to safeguard public health and the environment. The residents, who spoke in separateContinue Reading
Controversy trails NYSC’s plan to replace khaki with local fabric By Agnes Bature Controversy has trailed the National Youth Service Corps’ plan to replace its iconic khaki uniform with local fabric, as corps members and stakeholders continue to debate the proposed change. Some stakeholders who spoke with the News AgencyContinue Reading
Rising costs drive UniAbuja students into entrepreneurship Students By Judge Adejoh The rising cost of living and delayed financial support have driven University of Abuja students into entrepreneurship, with many now combining lectures with small businesses to stay afloat. Students who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) saidContinue Reading
By Monday Ijeh The Chairman of Kuje Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory, Mr Danjuma Shekwolo, has pledged commitment to tackling unemployment, reducing poverty, and promoting sustainable economic empowerment across the council. The Divisional Head of Information and Public Relations of the council, Mr Nimrod Koce, said this inContinue Reading
Bwari council chairman promises tractors to boost farmers’ productivity Agriculture By Veronica Dariya The Chairman of Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Joshua Ishaku, has promised to provide tractors and other implements to enhance agricultural production in the council. The chairman made the promise on ThursdayContinue Reading
Media group hails Oloyede, describes his tenure as extraordinary Award By Veronica Dariya The Media and Civil Society Group for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has described Prof.`Isha’q Oloyede’s tenure as outgoing Registrar as “outstanding and extraordinary.” The group’s representative, Dr Akinreti Qasim, stated this when he presentedContinue Reading
Residents seek improved sports facilities to boost development in Gwagwalada Sports By Judge Adejoh Some residents of Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called for improved sports facilities, regular competitions, and greater investment in grassroots sports to boost youth development. The residents made the call inContinue Reading
“Baba Oyo’: How tribal marks turned my childhood into a battle – Journalist By Agnes Bature Nicknamed “Baba Oyo” by his classmates at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Dr Wale Sadeeq carried more than tribal marks on his face. The scars became a constant reminder of ridicule and exclusion. AmongContinue Reading
