Month: May 2025

CHILDREN’S DAY: Don’t Be Desperate To get A Smartphone – Internet Safety Expert, Rotimi Onadipe advises Nigerian Children

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As Nigerians celebrate this year’s Children’s Day, a prominent advocate for internet safety and Executive Chairman, Stay Safe Online Academy Limited, Rotimi Onadipe, has warned children about the negative impact of smartphone, describing it as a tool that could destroy their career and future plans if they were not educated about how to use it safely and responsibly. In his speech on this year’s Children’s Day Celebration, Onadipe explained the dangerous impact that smartphone could have on children. He said: “Dear children, I want to inform you today that smartphone…

Akpabio salutes Tinubu’s leadership at Two-Year Anniversary … Says Endorsements for 2027 are based on performance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for what he described as two years of transformative and courageous leadership that has rekindled the hope of Nigerians for a viable and prosperous nation. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, to mark President Tinubu’s second year in office, Akpabio hailed the President’s bold reforms and inclusive governance, saying they have placed Nigeria on a sustainable path to development. “Today, May 29, 2025, marks the second year anniversary…

We Chose Sacrifice Over Shortcuts to Save Nigeria — Tinubu …… Defends tough Economic decisions at Two-Year Milestone in Office

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As he marked his second year in office, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday declared that his administration deliberately chose the path of difficult reforms and national sacrifice over temporary shortcuts, in order to rescue Nigeria from the brink of collapse.   Speaking at the State House during a national broadcast commemorating the second anniversary of his administration, President Tinubu emphasized that the economic and fiscal policies introduced since May 29, 2023, were not only necessary but crucial to laying the foundation for a more sustainable future for Nigeria.  …

NUJ @70 : Senate President Akpabio to attend anniversary, calls for innovation and media reorientation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has expressed readiness to attend the 70th anniversary celebration of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), scheduled for June 21, 2025, while urging the Union to embrace innovation and reorient journalists towards ethical, responsible journalism. Senator Akpabio made this known on Wednesday in Abuja when he received a delegation of the NUJ, led by its National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, on a courtesy visit.   Addressing the delegation, the Senate President stressed the need for the media to support national unity, development,…

Senator Pam faults budget implementation, warns against escalating insecurity

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By James Isaac, Abuja   As the present administration mark its second anniversary, Senator Pam Mwadkon Dachungyang, representing Plateau North Senatorial District, has delivered a scathing review of its performance, citing poor budget implementation and growing insecurity across the country.   Speaking to journalists, Senator Pam lamented that the administration has underperformed in terms of fiscal execution. He blamed the Ministry of Finance for the bureaucratic bottlenecks that delay payments to contractors, even after project completion.   “The government is not meeting expectations. Contractors are unable to access their funds…

FULL TEXT OF PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU’S SPEECH ON THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF HIS ADMINISTRATION ON MAY 29, 2025

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Fellow Nigerians, as we mark the second anniversary of our administration, I salute your resilience and undaunting spirit. Two years ago, you entrusted me with the sacred responsibility to lead our nation at a time of historic challenges. Together, we have faced these headwinds with courage and determination. The economic and general situation of the country I inherited required that we redirect the country’s affairs with a bold and new vision. I immediately implemented two necessary policies to stop our country from further drifting into the precipice. It was apparent…

SDGs; Validating Nigeria Beyond 2020-2030, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF.

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From all indications , indices and parameters, the domestication and globalisation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals SDGs using facts, figures with the successful completion of the Voluntary National Reports VNR has become a norm in Nigeria   With global endorsement, approval and verified exercise that has to do with the new reports, harnessed along with the previous reports kick-started in 2017, 2020 and now the last one carried out comprehensively in 2025.   Having achieved all the preliminary requirements, with the landmark achievements that included the crisscrossing of the…

Chronic Defections in Nigerian Politics: Who Gains, Who Loses — and Why INEC Must Enforce the Law!

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In Nigeria’s democratic journey, one recurring threat continues to destabilise the political terrain — the chronic defection of politicians from one party to another. This trend is not only harmful to political stability but also undermines ideological clarity, electoral integrity, and most importantly, citizen trust.   Under NIDMECORP, we believe that without decent and expert mentoring, guidance, or coaching — even in politics, Nigeria cannot attain quality governance and leadership quickly enough. Mentorship bridges experience and vision. It builds character, enforces values, and ensures continuity of purpose, especially for the…

UN Peacekeepers Day: CDS Musa reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to Global Peace

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has reaffirmed the country’s unwavering commitment to global peace and multilateral cooperation during the commemoration of the 2025 International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers held in Abuja on Tuesday. General Musa, who delivered the keynote address at the solemn occasion, said the event was a moment to honour the sacrifices of peacekeepers who have served under the United Nations flag across various conflict zones around the world. “The International Day of UN Peacekeepers is not merely ceremonial,” he stated. “It…

Nigerian Pilgrim returns $5,000 Lost in Mecca, earns praise for honesty

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A Nigerian pilgrim from Plateau State, Hajiya Zainab, has been widely commended after returning $5,000 (approximately ₦7.93 million) she found at the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca to its rightful owner, a Russian pilgrim. The incident occurred during the ongoing 2025 Hajj pilgrimage when Hajiya Zainab discovered a lost wallet near the Kaaba. Without hesitation, she reported the discovery to the relevant authorities, who successfully identified and contacted the Russian pilgrim. In a now-viral video, the Russian was seen emotionally counting the returned cash while expressing heartfelt appreciation to the Nigerian…