By Mark Longyen, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Reactions have continued to trail the death of former Governor of Kwara, Chief Cornelius Olatunji Adebayo, who died at the age of 84. Fondly called “C.O.” by admirers, the late elder statesman was not only a politician of repute but also aContinue Reading
By Kadiri Abdulrahman, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Under President Bola Tinubu’s new tax laws, mediation is expected to play a critical role; hence, the establishment of the Office of the Tax Ombud (OTO). Policy analysts say tax authorities and taxpayers are expected to reap the benefits of new taxContinue Reading
By Mohammed Baba Busu, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) In Nigeria, the role of the traditional institution in preserving the culture, maintaining peace and fostering national cohesion cannot be underplayed. In Niger, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, a foremost traditional ruler, who recently turned 73, has creditably acquitted himselfContinue Reading
By Oluwafunke Ishola Margaret’s world took a dramatic turn the day she pricked herself with a contaminated needle while caring for a patient. As a dedicated healthcare worker, she had always put others first, but now she couldn’tContinue Reading
By Ambassador Yu Dunhai The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly recently concluded successfully. This was a session of special significance, as it marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the global anti-fascist war and the establishment of the United Nations. Over the past 80 years, theContinue Reading
By Isaiah Eka, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) The maritime industry is a crucial facilitator of international trade through shipping and port operations; hence, the need for building and training the critical mass of workforce needed for operational efficiency. In Nigeria, and across the globe, the workforce at the maritimeContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) On the rugged edges of the Tibetan Plateau in Qinghai Province lies Deji village, once a community where poverty seemed permanent. Once upon a time, harsh winters, scarce farmlands, and limited access to education and healthcare made survival in the enclaveContinue Reading
By Wandoo Sombo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Eleven years after the Nyanya twin bombings that killed many people and injured hundreds, justice is still pending for the victims and their families. The terrorism trial has been stalled by repeated adjournments and delays, raising concerns about Nigeria’s ability to deliverContinue Reading
By Sarafina Christopher, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) What does it take to build a fairer world order? For Africa, and Nigeria in particular, the answer may lie in a new vision unveiled in Tianjin, China, where President Xi Jinping inaugurated the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) at the Shanghai CooperationContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) The maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit, held in Abuja from Aug. 25 to Aug. 27, sent a clarion call to African leaders. The call reinforces the imperative of trusted home-grown solutions to enable Africa to decisively confront insurgency, terrorism andContinue Reading
