Month: April 2025

NiDCOM hails Dr. Krystal Chanchangi Foundation for promoting inclusivity through Para Soccer

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has lauded the Dr. Krystal Chanchangi Foundation for its commitment to promoting inclusivity and empowering persons with disabilities through sports.   The commendation was made during a special para soccer event hosted by the Foundation at the Basketball Court, Old Parade Ground, Abuja, where the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, was represented by Mr. Gabriel Odu of the Media, Public Relations, and Protocols Unit.   In her goodwill message, Hon. Dabiri-Erewa praised the Foundation for its consistent efforts in supporting vulnerable communities, particularly…

FG mulls 2025 budget review to cushion impact of U.S. tariff hike

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The Federal Government is considering adjustments to its N54.99 trillion 2025 national budget as a proactive response to the potential economic shocks stemming from a recent global tariff hike announced by the United States.   Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, revealed this on Monday at the Corporate Governance Forum organised by the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) held at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.   Edun explained that the adverse impact of the U.S. tariff regime on Nigeria could manifest through a drop in global…

Afenifere warns against Religious incitement in South-West, urges Security agencies to curb divisive rhetoric

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, has raised concerns over rising attempts to incite religious tension in the South-West, warning individuals and groups to desist from making inflammatory statements capable of undermining the region’s long-standing peace and harmony. The group also called on security and intelligence agencies, particularly the Force Intelligence Department of the Nigeria Police and the Department of State Services (DSS), to monitor and address unguarded utterances that may threaten peaceful coexistence in the region. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its Ekiti State Chapter Chairman, Prince…

GOV OKPEBHOLO: BECAUSE I AM INVOLVED By Fred Itua

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At every defining moment in a nation’s journey, the call to give account of stewardship becomes not just necessary but inevitable. This duty is more profound for those whom providence has favoured to sit at the helm, guiding the affairs of the state and shaping the future of the people. In 1989, the late Ikemba Nnewi, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, published *Because I Am Involved*, a 208-page introspective chronicle that offered a gripping account of his political convictions, nationalist ideals, reflections on Nigeria’s unrealised potentials, and the personal sacrifices he made…

Alhaji Ibrahim Idris @ 76, Tributes from Hajiya Aisha Ibrahim Idris

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When people from all walks of life , creed , religion and extraction eulogises your better half , year in year out on his good will to the generality of Nigerians not minding religion , tribe or extraction, it is not out of place to buttress such good omen . From me , Her Excellency, Hajiya Aisha Ibrahim Idris, the Giwa Matan Lokoja, Omiakele Ogohi onu Anyigba, and the dearest wife to Jakadan Sokoto , His Excellency, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris CON, I count my self lucky to have married not…

David Mark: Author of Doctrine of Necessity @ 77 By Paul Mumeh

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David Alechenu Bonaventure Mark, a retired Army General and President of the 6th and 7th Senate (2007-2011 & 2011-2015), Federal Republic of Nigeria, is 77 (April 8, 2025). He is unarguably an accomplished soldier and a successful politician.   As a soldier, he rose to the commanding height of his chosen profession; a Brigadier-General and Director of Signals, Nigerian Army and as a politician, he rose to the position of President of the Senate, ranking as number three citizen in Nigeria.   There are very few men and women in…

NECA applauds Customs over Trade Reforms, seeks stronger collaboration … As CGC Adeniyi reiterates commitment to Private sector growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for its recent reforms aimed at improving trade facilitation and creating a more business-friendly environment. The commendation came on Thursday, April 4, 2025, during a courtesy visit by NECA’s leadership to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, at the NCS Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. Speaking during the visit, NECA President, Dr Ifeanyi Okogwu, applauded the NCS for implementing policies such as the Advance Ruling system, the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programme, and the Time Release Study,…

DHQ refutes misleading claims on General Tsiga’s release, praises military’s heroic rescue efforts

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has strongly refuted a misleading article by Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi, which falsely claimed that military generals contributed money to secure the release of Brigadier General Mahrazu Tsiga (retired), the former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), who was held captive for 56 days. In a statement released today, the DHQ clarified that the successful rescue of General Tsiga was the result of coordinated military operations led by troops from Operation Fasan Yamma, not financial contributions.   The statement highlighted the extensive efforts…

Nigeria steps into global spotlight as first West African host of GITEX Technology Expo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria is set to make history as the first West African nation to host the globally acclaimed Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX), in a bold move that signals the country’s emergence as a rising force in digital innovation and technology leadership on the continent. Spearheaded by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in partnership with KAOUN International, the prestigious event is scheduled to take place in Abuja and Lagos from September 1st to 4th, 2025. It is expected to draw over 1,000 startups, more than 100 investors, and over…

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan files N5.1bn defamation suit against Senator Nwaebonyi

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Suspended Senator Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has initiated a N5.1 billion defamation lawsuit against Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi. The suit, filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on April 7, 2025, follows allegations made by Senator Nwaebonyi during an interview on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily on March 6, 2025.   Akpoti-Uduaghan accused Nwaebonyi of falsely branding her as a “gold digger,” “habitual liar,” and “habitual blackmailer,” statements she claimed are malicious, defamatory, and harmful to her reputation. In the lawsuit, the embattled senator…