President Muhammadu Buhari has been urged to leave a legacy of a functional system that would respect the rule of law, ensuring all actors acted only in full compliance with the Constitution.The National Conference, convoked by 158 Anti-Corruption Civi…
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Mba, best choice for Enugu, drop litigations – Rep Okechukwu tells opposition
Chief Toby Okechukwu, Deputy Minority Leader, House of Representative, says that Dr Peter Mbah, the Enugu State Governor-elect remains the best choice for the state.Okechukwu, who represents Aninri/Awgu/oji River Federal Constituency, made the remarks …
Indian envoy urges Nigerians to embrace Yoga for well-being
The Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr Gangandharan Balasubramanian, has called on Nigerians to embrace Yoga practice as a way of improving their physical and mental well-being.The High Commissioner told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturda…
I’m not contesting governorship under LP- Sen. Araraume
Sen. Ifeanyi Araraume says he is not contesting the Imo governorship election under the Labour Party (LP) as he still remains a bona fide All Progressive Party (APC) member.In a statement by Uche Anyanwu, hisSA Legal and Public Affairs, Araraume descri…
NOA D-G cautions politicians against inciting statements
Dr Garba Abari, Director-General, National Orientation Agency (NOA), has cautioned politicians against inciting comments capable of threatening the peace and unity of the country.Abari spoke on Sunday in Abuja when he appeared on the News Agency of Nig…
2023 Census: Ensure you are counted, NOA tells Nigerians
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged Nigerians to make themselves available for counting during the conduct of the 2023 National Population and Housing Census.The Director-General of NOA, Dr Garba Abari, made the call during the News Agency …
Pilgrims express hope of better Nigeria
Nigerians on pilgrimage in Israel on Sunday urged their compatriots to remain positive in their hope for a better nation.A cross-section of the 9th batch of the 2022 pilgrims gave the advice in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN),…
2023 census will be digital- NOA
The 2023 National Population and Housing Census will be conducted digitally to ensure credibility and efficiency, Dr Garba Abari, the Director-General, National Orientation Agency (NOA), says.He made this known when he featured on the News Agency of Ni…
Census: NOA begins nationwide sensitisation, advocacy
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has started nationwide sensitisation and advocacy to educate Nigerians about the forthcoming National Population and Housing Census.Director-General of the agency, Garba Abari, said this when he appeared on the New…
Mozambique’s Cholera Death Toll Doubles in Cyclone Hit Region
Officials in Mozambique say the death toll from cholera after Cyclone Freddy has doubled in the last week to 16 and they fear it will continue to jump as thousands of displaced are living in overcrowded shelters. The U.N Children’s Fund, UNICEF, says n…
Jimmy Carter’s African legacy: peacemaker, negotiator and defender of rights
When historians and pundits praise Jimmy Carter’s achievements as the US President and extoll his exemplary post-presidential years they mention the recognition of China, the Panama Canal Treaties, and the Camp David Accords. Almost no one mentions wha…
Security Council decides to Extend Mandate of Sudan Sanctions Panel of Experts, Adopting Resolution 2676 (2023)
The Security Council voted today to extend through 12 March 2024 the mandate of the Panel of Experts charged with assisting its Sudan sanctions committee, while also expressing its intention to review those sanctions in light of progress achieved by th…