By Veronica Dariya Berries World Montessori School, Bwari, Abuja, has taken a creative step to ignite a passion for reading among its pupils by organizing a five-day reading marathon aimed at instilling a strong reading culture in young learners. The competition, which ran from Monday to Friday, challenged students to read as many books as possible from the school library, while also demonstrating comprehension and retention skills. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the proprietor of the school, Ms. Roseline Yuhe, said the initiative was borne out of her observation that many children struggle with purposeful reading unless…
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***Buba Galadima warns of political consequences if Tinubu goes ahead with the bills Former Jigawa State Governor and ex-Foreign Affairs Minister, Sule Lamido, has strongly opposed the proposed taxation on inheritance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tax reform agenda, calling it a violation of Islamic principles. Speaking in an interview with The Guardian, Lamido urged the President to adopt a more inclusive approach in implementing economic policies, warning that high-handedness could undermine national trust. Lamido emphasized that Tinubu, as a Muslim, should be aware that Islamic law explicitly prohibits taxation on inheritance, as the Quran dictates clear guidelines for the…
Save the Children International (SCI) has raised alarm over the alarming number of zero-dose children—those who have never received a single routine vaccine—in Nigeria, estimating the figure at 2.1 million. The revelation was made in a press statement signed by Delfhin Mugo, Media Manager at SCI, highlighting a new initiative aimed at breaking barriers to child immunization. The initiative, backed by Save the Children Immunisation Accelerator and funded by GSK, has awarded grants to two innovative projects in Nigeria and Ethiopia to tackle vaccine hesitancy and reach underserved communities. Two organizations, Centre for Integrated Health Programs (CIHP) in Nigeria and…
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has declared that the establishment of five Mini Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plants in Ajaokuta will redefine Kogi’s role in Nigeria’s energy sector, positioning the state as a key player in the country’s industrial and economic transformation. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Governor Ododo emphasized that the multi-billion naira project, spearheaded by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited in partnership with private investors, would drive job creation, industrial growth, and energy security, both for Kogi and the nation at large. His Special Adviser on Media Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted…
After a decade-long academic journey and months of uncertainty, 128 medical graduates of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, will finally be inducted into the medical profession on February 13, 2025—thanks to the swift intervention of Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo. The graduates, who completed their studies in August 2024, had faced an indefinite delay in their induction due to institutional challenges. Their frustration boiled over in January 2025, leading to a massive protest that shut down the Benin-Auchi Highway. Governor Okpebholo, demonstrating decisive leadership, immediately stepped in, engaging the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) to resolve the…
The recent announcement extending the tenure of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun until October 31, 2027, has sparked mixed reactions across political, legal, and security circles. While the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), insists the move aligns with the amended Police Act, critics question whether it is purely a legal adjustment or a strategic political maneuver. Fagbemi clarified in a statement that the amendment to the Police Act in 2024 ensures that an IGP serves a full four-year term from the date of appointment, regardless of age. This means…
In a bid to bolster its fight against climate change, a high-powered delegation of Liberian parliamentarians and environmentalists has sought strategic collaboration with Nigeria, recognizing the country’s climate policies as a model for Africa. Led by Hon. Ernest Manseah Snr, the Liberian team engaged with Nigeria’s Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Ecology and Climate Change at the National Assembly in Abuja on Thursday. Their discussions centered on Nigeria’s climate governance framework, particularly its pioneering Climate Change Act, and how Liberia can adapt similar measures to tackle environmental challenges. Speaking at the Senate session chaired by Senator Seriake Dickson…
The Obidient Movement has strongly denied allegations made by former Osun State Governor, Bisi Akande, that it orchestrated the EndSARS protests to prevent Bola Ahmed Tinubu from becoming President. In a statement signed by Dr. Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, the group described Akande’s remarks as false, revisionist, and an insult to the memory of Nigerians who lost their lives during the protests. The movement emphasized that EndSARS was a nationwide, youth-led protest against police brutality and extrajudicial killings, not a politically motivated agenda. “EndSARS was not about any individual’s presidential ambition but a call for justice,…
In a bid to reinforce security collaborations and enhance grassroots policing, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, has reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with the traditional institution in the fight against crime. During a courtesy visit to the President-General of the Akwa Ibom Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers, His Eminence, Oku Ibom Ibibio, Ntenyin Dr. Solomon Etuk, CP Azare emphasized the strategic role of traditional rulers in intelligence gathering, community policing, and conflict resolution. Police Public Relations Officer Akwa Ibom State Police Command, DSP Timfon John, in a statement issued on Thursday quoted…
The federal government has taken a major step toward transforming Nigeria’s trade sector with the launch of the National Single Window (NSW), a digital platform designed to streamline import, export, and transit processes. At the NSW Industry and Stakeholder Forum in Lagos, the Honourable Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite declared the initiative a “game-changer,” promising reduced costs, faster transactions, and enhanced transparency in trade. “This platform will position Nigeria as a beacon of trade efficiency, unlocking economic opportunities and boosting our global competitiveness,” she stated. The Director of Information and Public Relations in the Ministry Muhammed Manga…