In response to the orchestrated smear campaign by the APC Akida Forum against Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned the perpetrators and called for an immediate halt to the dissemination of baseless allegations tarnishing the minister’s […]
Expectedly and understandably, there have been debates over the propriety of Governor Uzodimma’s plan to build a new five-star hotel, while the Imo Concorde Hotel is in a state of disrepair and almost abandoned. I have read plausible arguments by Imolites who believe that a restoration of the old Concorde […]
Emmanuel Solate, the visionary Nigerian-UK-based Filmmaker, Editor, and writer, has offered a compelling perspective on the cultural phenomenon of Igbo-Ora, the renowned “Home of Twins” in Nigeria. In his insightful article, ‘Igbo-Ora, The Home of Twins in Nigeria’, Solate delved into the intricate web of biology, culture, and tradition that […]
Rt. Hon. Emeka Martins Chinedu (MHR), Member, representing Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinhitte Federal Constituency, and Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on FCT, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Bishop Simeon Nwobi on his appointment as substantive Bishop of Ahiara Diocese. In a statement, Rt. Hon. Emeka Martins Chinedu praised Bishop Nwobi’s dedication […]
Spring of Hope for Girlchild Development Initiative (SHOGDI) has lauded Lawyers Alert Nigeria for unveiling the “first” TB human rights violations report in Nigeria. According to a statement by SHOGDI, this pioneering report, which aligns with the Human Rights and Gender Action Plan for Tuberculosis Care and Prevention in Nigeria […]
During a recent visit to the Presidential Villa, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, MON, engaged in discussions with Vice President H.E. Kashim Shettima, GCON, emphasizing the necessity of unwavering support and loyalty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The discussions revolved around the remarkable […]
As France celebrates May Day with lively marches and labour union protests, a sobering reality lurks beneath the surface. Despite the nation’s reputation for robust labour protections, new data reveals a troubling trend: two workers lose their lives daily due to job-related accidents, according to national health insurance statistics. These […]
In a significant development for peace and security in the Niger Delta region, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in collaboration with the Bayelsa State Government and Denmark, has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening the Niger Delta Peace Architecture. The project, unveiled in Yenagoa, Bayelsa […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to cease disseminating unverified claims to prevent Nigeria from facing international criticism. HURIWA’s admonition follows a recent incident involving Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, […]
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Nigerian workers on the occasion of Workers’ Day, acknowledging their pivotal role in the nation’s progress and development. In a statement released from the State House, President Tinubu praised the dedication and patriotism of Nigerian workers, recognizing their relentless efforts across various […]
