Energy company, Shell, has inaugurated the second and final phase of its comprehensive health care projects for Oloibiri and other communities in Ogbia Local Government area of Bayelsa State. “Corporate Social Responsibility means doing well. What you have done today means you’re doing well. You are impacting the lives …
Read More »Giroud grabs double as AC Milan claim long-awaited Serie A title
Rome, May 22, 2022 Olivier Giroud scored twice as AC Milan ended an 11-year wait to win the Italian Serie A title with a 3-0 defeat of Sassuolo. AC Milan only needed a point at the Mapei Stadium on the final day of the season to dethrone city rivals Inter …
Read More »Mbaise Policy Roundtable’s “Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby Initiative” successful
Mbaise Imo State, Nigeria: The Mbaise Policy Roundtable (MPR)’s “Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby Initiative,” aimed at distribution of prenatal vitamins to one thousand pregnant women in Mbaise has taken off on a highly successful note. The Initiative, which is being implemented in partnership with Gift Health Plus (GHP) Inc, a New Jersey, …
Read More »What Nigeria’s government must do for film industry – Arie Esiri, co-Director of award-winning EYIMOFE (This is My Desire)
Twin brothers, Arie and Chuko Esiri are the Directors of the award-winning Nigerian film, Eyimofe (This Is My Desire), which has continued to win international awards and attract rave reviews in leading media across the world. The film took the film circuit by storm when it was taken around …
Read More »Nigerian-born Physician, Dr. Aluya, becomes Chief Medical Officer, Newark Community Health Centers, in New Jersey, USA
Recently appointed Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the Newark Community Health Centers (NCHC), Newark, New Jersey, Dr Nelson Aluya, MBBS, MD, has resumed at his new duty post. NCHC, Newark, New Jersey is a Federal Qualified Health Center, and the Nigerian born American physician considers his new assignment “a great …
Read More »Nigeria prioritises migration governance in devt plans, inaugurates humanitarian hub
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 20, 2022 Nigeria has continued to prioritise migration governance in its development plans and programmes as well as strengthening new partnerships to mainstream migration into bilateral and multilateral agreements. The Federal Commissioner, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), …
Read More »Dabiri-Erewa congratulates Aluya on new appointment as CMO in US
Hon. (Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated the President of the Nigerian American Public Affairs Committee (NAPAC) USA, Dr Nelson Aluya (MD.MBBS) on his new appointment as the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of the Newark Community Health Center (NCHC) Newark, New Jersey. In the …
Read More »Emir of Kano pays condolence visit to UAE Embassy in Abuja
The Emir of Kano, His Highness Alh Aminu Ado Bayero, who just returned to the country following a successful visit to Senegal has, Friday, visited the United Arab Emirates Chancery in Abuja, where he condoled with the government and people of the Emirates on the death of the President of …
Read More »The secret of my good looks at 70 – Akure Prince, ‘Lana Adesida; Says I never knew I’ll get to this age
Prince Adelana Adesida is a nice man. He has been described by very many people as an Omoluabi. He is loved by the old and the young. The big news is that he has turned 70. He is a businessman and socialite, who is very popular across the South-West geo-political …
Read More »Diaspora Housing: NiDCOM, FMBN set to launch scheme
Abuja: May 18, 2022 A comprehensive Diaspora Housing Mortgage Scheme is set to be inaugurated in Nigeria. Hon. (Dr.) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), stated this when she visited the Management and Staff of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) in Abuja. This is coming after …
Read More »NLNG leads stride to gas-powered economy – An analysis by Solomon Asowata
A cardinal goal of the federal government is to transform the Nigerian economy into a gas-powered economy by 2030. Ancillary to that is the hope to align the country with the global push for transition to cleaner sources of energy. To achieve that lofty goal, the federal government adopted gas …
Read More »Great Minds Initiative holds successful 2022 convention; Omagbemi hands over to Pastor Kenneth MARLEEK Onyekaba
The Great Minds Initiative (GMI), Saturday, May 14, 2022, concluded, successfully, its 2022 Annual Convention with a Dinner Party at the Holiday Inn, 11160 South West Freeway Houston, Texas, 77031, USA. The Convention, which ended with a change of the leadership baton of the non-governmental organization, started with three hours …
Read More »Obi meets Commonwealth boss, says education key to solving Nigeria’s problems
Former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has said that education remains very critical to development, and remains the key to the many problems facing Nigeria. Obi spoke after a breakfast meeting with the Chief Executive of Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Rosie Glazebrook, in Lagos on Tuesday. Obi, …
Read More »Diaspora engagement: Data mapping, key to our mandate – NiDCOM boss, Dabiri-Erewa
ABUJA, MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022 Hon (Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has said that secured access to active and reliable data helps in the collation, processing and publishing of accurate statistical information for developmental purposes. Dabiri-Erewa stated this at the flag-off of the Virtual Diaspora Data …
Read More »NiDCOM partners with FMBN to launch Diaspora housing scheme
Dr. (Mrs.) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and Mr. Madu Hamman, the Managing Director of Federal Mortgage Bank (FMBN) and some Directors of the bank. By Maureen Okon Abuja, May 17, 2022 Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) on Tuesday partnered with the Federal Mortgage Bank (FMBN) …
Read More »2023: U.S. vows to impose visa restriction on promoters of violence
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, May 17, 2022 The United States of America says it will impose visa restrictions on anyone who promotes violence as Nigeria holds its general elections in 2023. America’s Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Africa, Mr Michael Gonzales, handed out the warning at an international conference …
Read More »U.S. eases travel restrictions on Cuba
Washington, May 17, 2022 The United States is easing travel restrictions on Cuba, the Biden administration has said. Among other things, consular services and visa processing at the U.S. embassy in Havana are to be stepped up again to allow more Cubans to enter the U.S. to see relatives. The …
Read More »Karine Jean-Pierre assumes duty as new White House press secretary
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 16, 2022 Karine Jean-Pierre on Monday assumed duty as the new White House press secretary, acknowledging the historic nature of her role and pledging to maintain a transparent dialogue. Jean-Pierre, 44-year-old daughter of Haitian immigrants, made history as the first black woman in the …
Read More »The Babajides name their baby girl in New Jersey, USA
Mr. and Mrs. Babajide Onibudo on Friday, May 13, 2022 named their newborn baby girl in Maplewood, New Jersey, United States of America (USA). The baby is named Jemsa Damilola Chizitere Babajide. The ceremony, witnessed by family members, friends, associates and brethren, was an occasion of great joy and there …
Read More »Multiple people shot at California church, sheriff says
Los Angeles (U.S), May 16, 2022 Multiple people were shot Sunday at a church in Laguna Woods in California’s Orange County, prompting a major response from Orange County Sheriff’s officials and other first responders. The number of casualties was not clear. The shooting occurred at the Church on the 24000 …
Read More »Sokoto riot: Ikoro Mbaise Global Forum condemns destructions, calls on Gov. Tambuwal to protect Igbos
Ikoro Mbaise Global Forum has condemned in strong terms the destruction of Igbo property in Sokoto and attacks on Christian churches in parts of the State following protests that followed the arrest of suspects in the killing of Deborah Samuel Yakubu, a student of the Shehu Shagari College of Education …
Read More »Peseiro finally appointed Super Eagles’ Head Coach, with George as first assistant
By Olawale Alabi Abuja, May 15, 2022 The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Sunday formally announced the appointment of Jose Peseiro as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles, the country’s senior national men’s football team. Ademola Olajire, NFF’s Director of Communications, in a statement said Peseiro’s appointment is …
Read More »ICPC boss rallies global action against Illicit Financial Flows
Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, ICPC Chairman By Philomina Attah Abuja, May 15, 2022 The Chairman, Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, has rallied a global action against Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs), including a call for global framework on IFFs similar to corruption. Owasanoye made this …
Read More »2023: PDP women leaders eulogise Obi, say he is recipe for Nigeria’s challenges
The women leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) across the country, have praised former Governor Peter Obi, who, they said, stood out by his impeccable character, excellent leadership qualities and gender friendly approach to governance. Speaking on behalf of the group during their interactive session with Mr Peter Obi …
Read More »2023, defining moment for Ndigbo in Nigeria, says Obiozor as British High Commissioner to Nigeria hosts Ohanaeze leaders
President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Ambassador Professor George Obiozor has reiterated his position that the 2023 presidential election will be a defining moment for the Igbo in Nigeria. The remark, according to a statement by Dr. Chiedozie Alex. Ogbonnia, National Publicity Secretary of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, was made when …
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