By Felix Ajakaye Value has a value, only if its value is valued — Rev. Fr James Valladares The Message of Pope Francis at this Year’s World Communications Day, with the Theme: Speaking with the heart, “The truth in love” (Eph 4:15), is a real challenge to us here in Nigeria. I tend to believe […]
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By Abiola Soremekun Petroleum pricing is a significant issue in Nigeria, as the country heavily relies on oil for its economic stability. The government had implemented fuel subsidies to keep the price of fuel affordable for citizens, as well as to stimulate economic growth. However, these subsidies have become increasingly unsustainable in recent years. Fuel […]
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By Martins Oloja Power is shifting – from large, stable armies to loose bands of insurgents, from corporate leviathans to nimble start-ups, and from presidential palaces to public squares. Power is also changing, becoming harder to use and easier to lose – Moises Naim, former Foreign Policy Editor. From May 29, 2023, our nation’s eyes […]
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Eyes check The alarming rate of visual impairments in the country should warrant an urgent review of eye care policies in the healthcare sector. Most important in that appraisal is the frequency of eye checks among the adult population, coupled with the level of personal commitment required of individuals. To create awareness on preventing moderate […]
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The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), has commended the Federal Government for approving the importation of petroleum products by private firms. Mr. Chinedu Anyaso, Chairman of IPMAN Enugu Depot Community, in charge of Anambra, Ebonyi, and Enugu States, said this while reacting to the development in Awka on Sunday. The Managing Director of […]
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The United States and Saudi Arabia on Sunday made a renewed push for truce talks between Sudan’s warring generals as deadly fighting has raged into its eighth week. Multiple ceasefires have been agreed and broken, and Washington slapped sanctions on the two warring generals on Thursday, blaming both sides for the “appalling” bloodshed. Envoys of […]
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• Subsidy removal without consultation with stakeholders absurd — Atiku • Bear hardship now and enjoy later — Uzodimma • PAC: Govt’s action untimely Amid the groundswell of opposition that has continued to erupt since the removal of subsidy on petrol by the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government, some groups and individuals are giving the […]
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Ahead of the forthcoming proclamation of the 10th National Assembly, President Bola Tinubu will, tomorrow meet with senators-elect and members-elect of the House of Representatives at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The agenda for discussion could not be officially confirmed at the weekend, but it is believed that the crux of deliberations would centre around the […]
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• High-profile arrests, prosecution will end cankerworm — Amachree • Oil thieves known to govt —Ex-Naval Spokesman • Says lack of will to punish culprits fuelling theft • Nigeria has no framework to protect its waters – Agbakoba • Experts advocate coast guard, central control unit to tackle menace As part of efforts to jump-start […]
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The accident scene At least 288 people were killed and more than 850 injured in a horrific three-train collision in India, officials said Saturday, the country’s deadliest rail accident in more than 20 years. Images from the crash site showed smashed train compartments torn open with blood-stained holes near Balasore, in the eastern state of […]
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