Troops Eliminate Bandit Kingpin Kachalla Saleh and Four Others in Successful Operation in Plateau State
In a decisive operation, troops from Operation Safe Haven’s Forward Operation Base in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State neutralized five bandits, including a notorious leader, Kachalla Saleh. The operation, which took place around noon on Monday in Kinashe village, Bashar District, has brought relief to residents who have endured frequent attacks by bandit […]
Neglect of Internally Displaced Persons Reflects government Failure
The ongoing abandonment of over 3.5 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Nigeria, despite billions of naira being budgeted for their welfare, represents a gross dereliction of duty by both the federal and state governments. Driven from their homes by conflicts and natural disasters, these vulnerable Nigerians now live in dire conditions, relying on humanitarian […]
Vice President Shettima Pledges Federal Support for Nigeria’s Creative Industry
Vice President Kashim Shettima assured practitioners in Nigeria’s creative and entertainment sector of the federal government’s commitment to reposition the industry as Africa’s creative powerhouse. Speaking at the Art, Culture, and Creative Economy Roundtable hosted by the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday, Shettima acknowledged […]
Abia State Revives School Sports Competitions and Appoints New Boards for State Football Clubs
The Abia State Commissioner for Sports, Mr. Nwaobilor Ananaba, announced that the state government is committed to revitalizing sports development by reintroducing Inter-House sports competitions in primary and secondary schools. The move aims to foster young talent and encourage students to develop their athletic potential early on. Speaking in Umuahia on Tuesday after inaugurating newly […]
Nigeria’s Entertainment Industry Flourishes in 2023: Music, Film, and eSports Lead the Charge
Nigeria’s entertainment industry continues to thrive, making significant strides across multiple sectors, from music and film to emerging markets like eSports. According to PWC’s 2023 Entertainment & Media Outlook report, key technological advancements, particularly the rollout of 5G internet, have given independent creators the tools to expand their reach both locally and globally. Tech Advancements […]
“Urgent Action Needed to Combat Rising Cases of Child Sexual Abuse in Nigeria”
The recent report by the Lagos State Government revealing that 2,588 minors were sexually and emotionally abused between August 2022 and July 2023 highlights a disturbing trend of increasing child sexual defilement in Nigeria. This alarming rise requires immediate intervention through stronger laws, tougher enforcement, and comprehensive social welfare schemes to protect vulnerable groups, especially […]