Causes and consequences of increasing political polarization
By Ariwodo Chidinma Favour Political polarization has become a defining feature of modern democracies, driving divisions that are reshaping not only political landscapes but also social interactions and public discourse. As ideological differences widen, society faces significant challenges, from legislative gridlock to the erosion of social cohesion. Understanding the causes
Borno flood: Over N12bn support generated for victims
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Borno Government says it has realised over N12 billion in cash and material donations for victims of the Alau Dam flood disaster in Maiduguri. The Senior Special Adviser on New Media to Borno Governor, Abdurrahman Bundi, gave the update on the donations for the Maiduguri Relief
Jonathan sues for peace, neutrality
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on all political actors and stakeholders to work towards deepening the nation’s democracy by prioritising peace and security in the Edo governorship election on Saturday. Jonathan, in a statement by his Media Adviser, Ikechukwu Eze, in Abuja, urged politicians to
40-year-old man hangs self in Jigawa
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu A 40-year-old man, Jibrin Adamu, has committed suicide by hanging at Jigawar Maroka village in Kiyawa Local Government Area of Jigawa. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Lawan Shiisu, confirmed the incident in a statement in Dutse on Friday. Shiisu said the deceased,
Abuja metro rail transported over 250,000 passengers in 100 days- Official
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Phase 1 of the Abuja Rail Mass Transit, otherwise called the Metro Rail, which began commercial operations on May 29, 2024, following its commissioning by President Bola Tinubu, has transported over 250,000 passengers in over 100 days of operations. An Official of the China Civil Engineering
Abia tasks residents on clean environment
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Abia State has announced plans to join the global community to commemorate World Clean-Up Day, observed internationally on September 20. A statement by the General Manager/ Chief Executive Abia State Protection Agency, Ogbonnia Okereke, on Friday stated thatthe landmark occasion is a testament to the progressive
Group Raises Alarm Over Plot by NNPCL to Manipulate Dangote PMS Price
***Says Regime of Corruption by NNPCL Targeting Local Refineries The Coalition of Energy Reforms Lawyers and Activists (CERLA) has accused the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) of attempting to undermine Dangote Refinery’s efforts to address Nigeria’s energy crisis. At a press conference, the coalition’s spokesperson, Okwa Dan, alleged that
African Arts, Fashion & Entertainment takes centre stage at the London 02 Centre for Black History Month
The 02 Centre in London will host the MBOHO exhibition, an annual festival of African arts, from October 10 to October 31, 2024, in honour of Black History Month. This year’s event will feature presentations from across the African continent and the diaspora.It will explore Art, Music, and Fashion in
AbdulRazaq swears in six new Kwara judges
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq, on Friday inaugurated six new judges for the Kwara High Court, urging them to discharge their duties with diligence, impartiality, and a focus on the community and national security. The new judges are Ibijoke Olabisi Olawoyin, Fatimah Funsho Abdulrasaq, Oluwatosin
Comoros president wounded in knife attack
By Ariwodo praise izuchukwu Comoros President Azali Assoumani was slightly wounded in a knife attack Friday, the presidency said, adding that the attacker had been arrested. “The President of the Republic Azali Assoumani was slightly wounded by a knife while attending the funeral” of a well-known religious leader, it said