By Emmanuel Enebeli In recent years, Nigeria has grappled with a surge in security challenges, encompassing insurgency, terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal clashes. As these threats strain the nation’s security apparatus, urgent exploration of innovative solutions becomes paramount. Among the debated strategies, the establishment of state police forces stands out. However, alongside recognizing the necessity of state police, addressing legitimate concerns about potential misuse and politicization is equally imperative. The call for state police arises from the recognition that a centralized policing system may inadequately address Nigeria’s diverse security needs. The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), currently controlled by the…
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The lawmaker representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ogbueshi Ngozi Lawrence Okolie, has mourned the late Omu Anioma, Obi Martha Dunkwu, saying she was an inspiring soul, always there for all who came to her with their troubles or to seek advice. In a personal tribute to the deceased titled ‘A TRIBUTE TO OUR DEAR OMU OKPANAM/ANIOMA. OBI MARTHA DUNKWU’, the National Assembly (NASS) lawmaker said that his relationship with the late Omu was of a mother and her favourite son spanning over a decade. While extolling the consumate Public Relations turned Omu’s integrity…
NIGERIAN AIR FORCE 2024 DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION ENLISTMENT EXERCISE FROM 29TH JANUARY TO 11TH MARCH 2024. Delta State Government through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government is by this announcement encouraging eligible Deltans to APPLY online for the 2024 NIGERIAN AIR FORCE DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION (DSSC) ENLISTMENT for University Degree Holders. NOTE: The Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) is a type of commission in the NAF which is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. The Course provides the avenue for the enlistment of degree holders who are professionals in specified fields. Training period…
Tradicional Rulers in Delta North under the aegis of the Delta North Traditional Rulers Fórum have described the late Asaba monarch as an icon and great leader who has left indelible foot prints in the sands of time. The Delta North Royal Fathers made the remark when they paid a condolence visit to the Asagba’s family in Asaba. The Vice chairman of the Forum and Obi of Abavo kingdom, Uche Irenuma 11 who led the delegation said the demise of Obi Professor Chike Edozien was a great loss not only to the people of Delta North but the entire State…
Members of the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council has condemned, in very strong terms the indiscriminate bush burning by unscrupulous individuals across the state. Rising from a meeting in Asaba, the first Vice Chairman of the Council and Pere of Akugbene Mien, S. P Luke Kalanama V111 decried the act and called for immediate action to stop the unwholesome trend which, if not checked might thwart the effort of government at achieving food security in the state. The monarchs explained that indiscriminate bush burning had not only caused the devastation of the Eco system but also destroyed economic…
Nigerian actress Eucharia Anunobi has cautioned women about getting husbands after their recent who recently Valentine’s Day bedroom styles. The actress stated that even if they give their partners sex in a certain way, it might not guarantee marriage. According to Eucharia, a lot of single ladies have been restless since February because of the bedroom styles they were rehearing to give to their partners on Valentine’s Day. Sharing her take, she wrote: “I know that no matter what I say or what other men and women of God will say, even though we have been saying this for a…
Chief Dr. Anthony Kemi Emina, The Odi-Ega, an Associate Professor is a lecturer in the Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy. And he turned a new age on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. In celebrating him, the immediate past president of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA Worldwide), Prof. Elsie Olufunke Adewoye wrote “Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s day, what a unique day to be born!Good morning greatest UItes. Please join me in rejoicing with an Alumnus per excellence. A UIte filled with great passion for our alma mater. A trail blazer, very hard working and highly proactive. Dr Anthony…
In furtherance of his determination to bring world class standards to Nigerian public health administration and to manifest his commitment to deliver affordable and quality care to all Nigerians under governance and regulatory frameworks commensurate with international best practice, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment and reappointment of the following Board Chairpersons and Chief Executive Officers under the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare: (1) National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC): Board Chairperson: Dr. Mansur Kabir || Chief Executive Officer: Prof. Moji Adeyeye (2) National Blood Service Commission (NBSC): Board Chairperson: Prof. Abba Zubairu…
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is evolving home-grown solutions to address the nation’s food security challenges by setting up schemes to support local production and discourage all forms of rent-seeking that are associated with food importation. The President made the declaration at a meeting with 36 state governors, attended by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, the National Security Adviser, the Inspector-General of Police, the Director-General of the DSS, and some ministers at the State House in Abuja on Thursday. On security, President Tinubu approved the establishment of a committee comprising state governors and representatives of the federal government to, among other…
PAs part of a holistic approach to repositioning the national housing and urban development sector to meet the present and future needs of Nigerian families nationwide, President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the executive management teams of parastatals under the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development: Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN): (1) Managing Director / CEO — Mr. Shehu Usman Osidi (2) Executive Director (Finance & Corporate Services) — Mr. Ibidapo Odojukan (3) Executive Director (Loans & Mortgage Services) — Mr. Muhammad Sani Abdu (4) Executive Director (Business Development & Portfolios) — Ms. Chinenye Anosike Federal…