President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Attahiru Muhammadu Jega, former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC), as Adviser and Coordinator of the Presidential Livestock Reform. President Tinubu announced the appointment Friday, 7 March, 2025 hoping to drive meaningful progress in the livestock sector and further strengthen national development efforts. Jega, former Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, co-chaired the Presidential Livestock Committee with President Tinubu. The committee delivered comprehensive recommendations that underscored sustainable livestock reforms. One recommendation was the creation of the Livestock Ministry, which now has a Minister. Jega, 68, is a member of the International Elections Advisory…
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By Muiz Banire, SAN, PhD In my last intervention on the Lagos Assembly crisis, I had concluded that except triggered, I did not intend to say anything more on the subject. This is certainly not because there is nothing more to say. Certainly, there are too many things to say, particularly on the circus, but for the fact that there is no way I will further comment without being accused of bias in one way or the other. For the avoidance of doubt, I still unapologetically stand by earlier views on the issue. However, while away from the country, I…
The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months amid the sexual harassment allegation she levied against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions recommended her suspension on Thursday, 6 March, 2025. During the period of the suspension, the committee stated that her salary and security details will be withdrawn. The committee also recommended that Senator Natasha should not be seen anywhere around the National Assembly during her suspension period. Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension stems from a controversy surrounding her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The dispute began when Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing…
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that African countries have the capacity to ensure food sufficiency in the world, apart from meeting their local needs, reports thegazellenews.com He stated this on Wednesday, 5 March, 2025, during a high-level panel discussion held at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Headquarters, Ibadan, as part of the Presidential Visit Programme in honour of the President, Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr Julius Maada Bio. “I have heard about data where they said Africa is about 1.4 billion people, and so also is India and so is China. So, we should look inwards…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is making its impact felt in virtually every aspect of lives in the Niger Delta region in line with its mandate. In the past twenty-five years of existence, the agency invested in modern fire fighting equipment in Ondo and Edo State in demonstration of its commitment to enhancing public safety and aligning with broader sustainable development goals and risk reduction in disaster management. Investment in fire fighting equipment, the NDDC said is a critical step towards creating a a safer and more secure communities in the Niger Delta region.
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, is advocating an innovative approach, which will be inclusive, for conflict management and dispute resolution in the Niger Delta region. Speaking during a capacity-building programme in Port Harcourt, the Chairman of the NDDC Board, Mr. Chiedu Ebie, said it was necessary to equip traditional rulers, clergy, and community leaders with effective strategies for resolving disputes and fostering regional peace. He identified peace as a catalyst for development and crisis as a significant hindrance. He urged community leaders to adopt dynamic approaches to conflict resolution and commended the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, for…
The Lenten season is a time of repentance, supplication, prayers and good deeds. As we begin the season of Lent, may this time strengthen our resolve to follow Christ’s example of love. I urge us to use this period to draw closer to Christ, show kindness to others and deepen our commitment to serving others. Let us walk together in the light of Christ, with hope in our hearts and compassion for all. We should also remember our dear nation Nigeria in prayers for peace and prosperity, as we all build together a nation that will take her place among…
The Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa on Tuesday, 4 March, 2025 received a high-level delegation from the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), led by its Managing Director, Mrs. Abimbola Akinajo, in a strategic engagement aimed at deepening collaboration within Nigeria’s rail sector, reports thegazellenews.com This medium learnt from sources at the meeting that the discussions focused on enhancing operational synergy, crisis management, and the long-term sustainability of railway services, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope 8-Point Agenda. Dr. Opeifa reaffirmed NRC’s commitment to working closely with LAMATA to strengthen Nigeria’s transportation…
Today, as former President Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo turns 88, I pay a special tribute to an extraordinary leader and statesman who has made enormous contributions to Nigeria’s development and whose life for the past six decades is woven deeply into the fabric of Nigeria’s history. Providence has constantly thrust General Obasanjo to the forefront at critical junctures in Nigeria’s story. He served the country meritoriously in the Nigerian Army. As a Colonel, fate beckoned on him while commanding the Third Marine Division to receive the instrument of surrender from Col. Philip Effiong, the Biafran Army Commander, signalling the end of…
Today, as former President Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo turns 88, I pay a special tribute to an extraordinary leader and statesman who has made enormous contributions to Nigeria’s development and whose life for the past six decades is woven deeply into the fabric of Nigeria’s history. Providence has constantly thrust General Obasanjo to the forefront at critical junctures in Nigeria’s story. He served the country meritoriously in the Nigerian Army. As a Colonel, fate beckoned on him while commanding the Third Marine Division to receive the instrument of surrender from Col. Philip Effiong, the Biafran Army Commander, signalling the end of…