By James Bwala Today, the Vice President turns 57. On September 2, 1966, this expedition began in Yerwa town, Borno State, northeastern Nigeria. Kashim Shettima is without a doubt the most perceptive, knowledgeable, and attentive person I have ever met. He is a compassionate and modest example of the kind of man I want to be. He draws attention whenever he speaks because of his contagious smile of knowledge and contagious laugh of humility. A photographic memory is something that only those who possess it can fully comprehend, and I firmly believe that Kashim Shettima is one of those lucky…
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The Federal Government has recalled all ambassadors, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has clarified. The media was awashed with the recall of Nigeria’s High Commissioner to United Kingdom, Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, but clarifying the decision on Saturday, 2 September, 2023, the Minister said the action was not a witch hunt but affect all career and non-career ambassadors. The Minister communicated the latest information through his Special Adviser on Media, Al-Kashim Abdul-Kadir who said: “Sequel to the inquiries on the letter recalling the Nigerian Ambassador to the UK, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar…
In a bizzare twist, residents of Birnin Magaji in Zamfara State have abducted family members of bandits in a retaliation to a recent kidnapping in the area. A youth leader told PRNigeria that the bandits had kidnapped some community members while working in the farm. “The armed bandits invaded the farm and threatened the farmers before they took them away. “These days many people here cannot go to the farm and even in our home we are afraid they could come and abduct us for ransom. PRNigeria gathered that in a retaliation, youths in the community intercepted wives of the…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has recalled Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Alhaji Sarafa Tunji Ishola, reports thegazellenews.com. Isola’s recall was communicated to him through a letter dated Thursday, 31 August, 2023 signed by the Minster for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar. In the letter sighted by this medium, Isola was directed to start the process of disengagement in 60 days and returned back to Nigeria by 30 October, 2023.
The Ijaw Youths Network has slammed critics of High Chief Government Ekpemupolo popularly known as Tompolo, over the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to his firm, Tantita Security Services Limited, by the Federal Government in 2022. TSL has since August 2022 been in the forefront of the intensified campaign against oil theft which has brought the nation’s economy on its knees. The pan-Ijaw group, in a statement on Thursday, 31 August, 2023, alleged that the attacks were being sponsored by an ex militant leader from Ondo State, stating that it was shocking in view of the fact that the firm has…
In a remarkable move to strengthen its growing reputation, Sims beauty palace, a luxury hair and cosmetics brand in Abuja, has unveiled Precious Bello, the reigning Face of Nigeria queen as brand ambassador. The partnership according to the brand is part of efforts to foster sustainable impact and incorporate influencers with attractive personality and credible profile in the fashion and beauty industry in Nigeria. The unveiling event took place at the company’s headquarters located at Chief Palace in Karu, Abuja. Expressing her satisfaction and profound commitment, Precious Bello stated in an Instagram post “I am excited to announce to you…
The British Government has awarded 127 Nigerians, the prestigious Chevening and Commonwealth UK scholarships to study a wide range of master’s degrees and PhD programmes in 2023. Speaking at a pre-departure reception held in Abuja, the British High Commissioner, Dr Richard Montgomery CMG, congratulated beneficiaries who succeeded in securing a scholarship through the challenging application and interview process. Speaking at the reception, the British High Commissioner, Dr Richard Montgomery CMG said: “Seeing you all here is a great testimony to hard work, perseverance and resilience through a highly competitive process. I challenge each of you to aim for excellence in…
ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership and the unveiling of the 8-point Agenda, noting that it remains a crucial step towards addressing the pressing issues affecting the poor and excluded, especially women. The AAN particularly applauded the President’s emphasis on the urgency, innovation, and the commitment to deliver quality standard of life to all Nigerians. Speaking in Abuja, ActionAid Nigeria’s Country Director, Andrew Mamedu stated that: ‘‘The 8-Point Agenda, encompassing critical areas such as food security, ending poverty, economic growth, job creation, access to capital, improved security, a fair playing field, rule of…
The Nigerian Institute of Social Media Analysts (NISMA) on Friday, 1 September, 2023, honoured Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, for his remarkable efforts in providing safety and security to the people of Borno State. NISMA is a Professional, Academic and Examination body for social media experts and media practitioners who aim to advance their career and education in social media management and its regulation. President of the Institute who is a Deputy Inspector General of Police and former force PRO, Frank MBA, presented the award at headquarters of the Nigerian Police Force in Abuja. Receiving the award on his…
The United Nations has urged the National Assembly to ensure the immediate passage of Gender Equal Opportunities Bill (GEOB), insisting that it’s passage and other related legislation would help in mitigating some of the challenges facing Nigeria. The UN Women stated that the GEOB seeks equal rights for women, men and persons living with disabilities, as well as elimination of all forms of discrimination against women and ensure the equality of opportunities for every person. Speaking at a Roundtable of the Africa Women Leaders Network, AWLN in Abuja, Nigeria, UN Women Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Beatrice Eyong, said…