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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 …

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 …

    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), …

  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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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) …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Celebrated Saxophonist, Bayo Sax will be performing today, Saturday, May 14, 2022 online. The livestream starts at 12:00 PM United States of America (EST) and 5:00 PM Nigerian time (WAT). You can log on from any part of the world to be part of the expected sensational performance. It is, …

By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, May 13, 2022 White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has bid farewell to the White House Press Corps, standing in the Press Briefing Room for the last time on Friday. She was in the Briefing Room facing questions on crises old and new, foreign and …

    Amallah/Tel Aviv, May 13, 2022 Israeli security forces are on heightened alert, ahead of the funeral of an Al Jazeera reporter killed during a military raid within the week. This is according to media reports on Friday Thousands are expected to attend the funeral of Shireen Abu Akleh, …