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Bukola Afeni The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), through the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), has announced the launch of the 2024 Digital Nigeria Innovation Challenge scheduled to begin from September 11 to October 23, 2024. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Director, Corporate Affairs and External Relations of NITDA, Mrs Hadiza Umar. The 2024 Innovation Challenge is set to empower the next wave of Nigeria’s brightest innovators. According to Umar, the Innovation challenge will comprises three-stage competition from September 11 until October 23, 2024. The final pitch event will take place on October 23,…
. By: Shehu Bashir Esq. Nigeria leadership has always been plagued by one quality omission or another. Rarely do you see a leader, either a politician or technocrat with a complete package of impeccable credentials. Often times, when you see one with raw intelligence, he may not be corrupt free. The one who is obviously not so corrupt may be grossly incompetent. When you are lucky to have one who is intelligent and non-corrupt at the same time, he might just be such an irritating nepotistic leader who turns the agency he/she is heading to job market for the boys…
Joan Babasanmi The Pat & Gbenga Komolafe Foundation, has expressed its commitment towards equipping Nigerian youth with future-ready digital skills, and providing them with tools to thrive in today’s fast-evolving digital economy. The Public Relations Officer of the Foundation, Lilian Nwawuchie stated this during the graduation of the first cohort of trainees in Digital Upskilling and No Code Web Development. She said participants from Ondo, Lagos, Rivers, FCT, Akwa Ibom, Kano and Kaduna States were engaged in hands-on training to develop cutting-edge skills in digital technologies and no-code platforms. Nwawuchie disclosed thag the initiative is designed to empower young Nigerians…
Esther Salifu The Director-General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, Abdullahi Baba-Arab said a tragic petrol tanker explosion has occurred on Sunday around 12:30 am along Lapai-Agaie, 2km from the Dendo community in Agaie LGA claiming 50 lives. He said the petrol tanker loaded with PMS collided with a truck carrying travelers and cattle from Wudil in Kano State, heading to Lagos. “Two other vehicles, a crane truck and a pickup van, were also caught in the inferno. Initially, 30 bodies were reported, but following further search and rescue operations, 18 more bodies were recovered, bringing the total number…
The Conference of Patriotism Nigerians(COPAN) has charged Nigerians particularly the opposition on patriotism, understanding and safeguarding of Nigeria’s interest rather than escalating issues that ordinarily don’t deserve attention. Barrister Uchenna Odieli in a media chat with some correspondents emphasised that contrary to speculations on social media and some news platforms, Chief Ajuri Ngelale has not resigned as the presidential spokesperson. He simply embarked on indefinite leave of absence so as to attend to tasking family demands, health and other private issues as explained by him in a press statement issued to the press. He emphatically explained in the press…
The National Coordinator of Conference of Patriotic Nigerians( COPAN) has described as timely the bold stance the Arewa consultative forum has taken against the escalating insecurity in some parts of Northern Nigeria. Barrister Uchenna Odieli the COPAN Coordinator made this known in a press statement. He reiterated that their vocal condemnation of the situation and call for decisive action is a testimony to their commitment to the well being and safety of the northerners. He amongst other things commended and lauded the ACF for speaking the truth to those in corridors of power and as well demanding accountability from those…
Peter Okafor Global information Team has commended the Conference of patriotic Nigerians(COPAN), Senior special assistant to President Tinubu on community engagement on patriotism and their calls for unity and peace in the country. Anabel crown the head of investigation, human rights and community service in the global information team has challenged Nigerians to be patriotic, selfless and committed to nation building through valuable contribution to nation building. Anabel made this known when unveiling the 2024 unsung heroes chronicle. “In the GIT, we carry out confidential background checks and follow submissions of groups that are committed to oneness, peace and unity…
The Conference of Patriotic Nigerians (COPAN) under the leadership of Barrister Uchenna Odielli has strongly condemned a recent attempt by one Andrew whyne Povich AKA Drew Povey who the Nigeria Police force after detailed investigation declared wanted for sponsoring groups, individuals and some associates resident in Nigeria to destabilise the Tinubu administration through unrests,violence,protests and general uprising. COPAN said any attempt and plot to overthrow a democratically elected government by foreign actors must be condemned. “Such actions are a blatant violation of national sovereignty,democratic principles and international law. Interfering with the democratic process and attempting to impose external control undermines…
Esther Salifu The National Hospital Abuja (NHA) has unveiled it’s strategic plans for the future aimed to bring the Hospital to its rightful position as the apex (Quaternary) hospital in Nigeria. The Chief Medical Director/CEO of NHA, Professor Muhammad Raji Mahmud, made this known while briefing journalists as the hospital marks its 25th anniversary on September 2, 2024. Professor Mahmud said the future plans include completing ongoing projects, digitalizing systems, and establishing new facilities like a Neurosciences Institute and Presidential/VIP Wing. “The aim is to bring the National Hospital to its rightful position as the apex (Quaternary) hospital in Nigeria,…
The Director General of National Youth Service Corps has warned Corps Members to shun every form of misconduct throughout their service year so as to avoid being sanctioned by the NYSC Byelaws. Brigadier General YD Ahmed gave the warning while addressing the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream Two Corps Members at Niger State Orientation Camp in Paiko. The management made the disclosure in a press statement signed by Caroline Embu, the acting Director Information and Public Relations. He said there are laid down rules and regulations that regulate the conduct of every Corps Member, adding that the Scheme is not a…