In the past 30 years, we have fought for our lives. Like a people pushed to the wall, our fight was for life or death. We recorded victories but we have most certainly been unable to celebrate our successes because they haven’t come with the ultimate joy and freedom we seek. Despite its high costs in human lives and material resources, we defeated the vicious war of The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), significantly halting the rate at which our environment was being polluted, establishing our identity as a distinct ethnic nationality in Nigeria and brought the…
Author: Adewale A.
Tracka, BudgIT’s service delivery promotion platform, which allows citizens to collaborate, track, and give feedback on public projects in their communities, has uncovered a total of N9.3 billion paid by the Federal Ministry of Works to FIMS Microfinance Bank Ltd. between June and December 2023 for 62 projects, including the construction of road projects across the country, amongst others. Some of these projects, as revealed on the Govspend platform, include the payment of N1.4 billion in September 2023 for the construction of Yaba-Yangoje Road in the Federal Capital Territory; the payment of N1.2 billion in October 2023 for the rehabilitation…
Bubbling under Nigerian-born, Montreal, QC-grown and Regina, Saskatchewan-based Afropop singer ADEOLUWA returns with cinematic new single “4,5,6.” Defined by a sleek guitar riff and heartfelt lyricism, “4,5,6” is an ultrasmooth ballad in the same irresistible love-struck vein of early 2000s R&B. Influenced by a wide variety of artists ranging from Tina Turner to Adekunle Gold to Stevie Wonder, ADEOLUWA refers to his unique, genre-bending sound as experimental Afro-fusion. The result is a musical style that transcends borders and a deeply personal, high-energy stage presence that’s earned him the nickname “The Greatest Showman” within the DIY Saskatchewan scene. 2019 saw the…
BudgIT, a prominent civic-tech organization promoting transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery in Nigeria, commends the Federal Government of Nigeria for taking a step toward transparency by publishing the 2024 Proposed Budget of its Government-Owned Enterprises (GOEs). In response to several requests by BudgIT, the Federal Government of Nigeria, for the first time, published the proposed budget for 62 Government-Owned Enterprises on the Budget Office of the Federation’s website. This step comes after BudgIT’s advocacy efforts, including an opinion piece, 2024 Budget: 10 Plagues President Tinubu Must Avoid, published in August 2023, urging the administration to make the GOEs’ budget…
Remote control software is a type of technology that enables users to access and control a computer or device from a different location. This software allows a user, known as the “controller” or “administrator,” to interact with another computer, known as the “host” or “client,” as if they were physically present at that location. The primary purpose of remote control software is to provide a means for users to manage and control any computer remotely. In today’s digital age, the need for remote connectivity has become more prevalent than ever. Whether you’re working from home, providing tech support, or collaborating…
As of July 16, 2022, Iyiola Omisore, a Prince of Ife and a celebrated political strategist and master of the game was the party’s National Secretary. Still, the All Progressive Congress (APC) lost very badly in Ifeland. Incidentally, that’s where Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, the party’s current State Chairman, was also born. Lawal was at the time its Vice State Chairman. Most, if not all those who pretended to be Big Boys from Ifeland who served in the Oyetola-led government lost even their polling units. Was that also caused by Aregbesola? Again, why did APC contentedly slip into its familiar routine…
The Minister for Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, has emphasised that inclusivity and religious tolerance in educational institutions in Nigeria remain the Hallmark of democratic ideals. Professor Mamman was responding to a media inquiry on stories making the round that some primary and secondary schools in the country are forcing religious prayers and songs on students in their schools even expelling students who refuse to submit to such religious activities. This was on the occasion of the Ministerial session of the high-powered 67th National Council on Education policy meeting held in Lagos starting on December 11 2023. The Minister stressed the…
Osun State Command of Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has set to investigate the alleged forgery scandal, perjury, identity theft, falsification of age, and usage of fake and forged documents ravaging the illegal selection/or election, approval appointment and subsequent installation of a deposed new Alawo in Egbedore Local Government area of Osun State, Mr Adegboye Taiwo Abdulrasaq. The Police equally concluded arrangement to arrest the State Governor’s Elder sister, Mrs Modupe Adeleke Sanni, her husband, Mr Aderemi Sanni, a Lawmaker representing Ede-North, Egbedore, Ejigbo, and Ede-South Federal Constituency in Osun State, Mr Bamidele Salaam, Chief of Staff to Osun State Governor,…
Olajumoke Ogunkeyede is a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State. JMK, as Ogunkeyede is popularly called, was also a chieftain of the now-rested National Democratic Coalition (NADECO). He participated actively in putting an end to military rule and the enthronement of democracy in Nigeria. In a chance encounter with yours sincerely recently, JMK has these to say on the state of Osun APC: “I am not a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and I try not to dabble into the running of Osun PDP. But, with the current situation of things, there’s no doubting…
The drama in the political space of Rivers State which has taken centre stage in the media does not in any way hit those who are conversant with the real issues as a surprise development. This has been the pattern since the advent of democracy in the oil and gas-rich state that serves as the traditional headquarters of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The current faceoff between the incumbent Governor, His Excellency Sim Fubara, and his erstwhile Godfather, Chief Barrister Nyesom Wike, the predecessor of Fubara and currently the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. Both men belong to…
A PRESS STATEMENT RELEASED BY THE ‘COUNCIL OF YORUBA ELDERS (CYE)’ TODAY TUESDAY 21ST NOVEMBER, 2023 On Saturday 18th November 2023 the Global Executive Council of the Council of Yoruba Elders (CYE) met, while on Sunday 19th November 2023, the General Assembly also met to discuss the state of Nigeria as it affects Yorubaland and its people. Some of the issues discussed at both meetings bordered on the following premises: 1. ECONOMY We reviewed the state of the economy and it is very lamentable that the suffering the masses are passing through is fast becoming unbearable so much so that…
Having received the Appeal Court Judgement on Ogun State Governorship election on Friday in Lagos, we could gladly see that true justice is on the way and the hope of reclaiming the mandate of the good people of Ogun state is drawing nearer. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙟𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙡𝙮, 𝙛𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙧, ONLY ONE issue in favour of the respondents (Dapo Abiodun and APC) while the other two issues were resolved in ratio two to one. We are indeed glad and hopeful that the judiciary at…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of twenty (20) qualified Nigerians to serve as Federal Commissioners in the National Population Commission (NPC) with nine current Federal Commissioners being appointed to a second term in office. The list of the commissioners was released early today by the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale. (1) Hon. Emmanuel Trump Eke — Abia (2) Dr. Clifford Zirra — Adamawa — Reappointed (3) Mr. Chidi Christopher Ezeoke — Anambra — Reappointed (4) Barr. Isa Audu Buratai — Borno — Reappointed (5) Bishop Alex Ukam — Cross River (6)…
Technology is redundant if there is no power to drive it. While Africa’s economic potential is undeniable, the critical barriers to overcome remain political and infrastructural, rather than technical. This year’s Africa Tech Festival from 13 to 16 November in Cape Town will unpack these challenges and discuss the pivotal role of sustainability & renewable energy in advancing technological development. Johannesburg, 17 October 2023 – Africa Tech Festival has spent 26 years presenting and unpacking the latest developments in technology and telecommunications to a global audience vested in seeing Africa grow to its full potential. All agree that connectivity is…
BudgIT’s 2023 State of States Report: Rivers Reigns Again on Fiscal Performance Ranking, Anambra Joins Lagos, Kaduna, and Ebonyi in Top 5; Zamfara, Bayelsa and Benue Lead from Bottom. BudgIT, a prime civic-tech organization leading the advocacy for fiscal transparency and accountability in Nigeria, has launched the 2023 edition of its annual States of States Report themed Subnational Healthcare Delivery for Improved Economic Development. This report, BudgIT’s signature analysis, assesses and ranks the fiscal performance of all 36 states from the most sustainable to the least sustainable. This year’s edition additionally spotlights the state of healthcare delivery for improved economic…
In 2022, a staggering 15,000 tonnes of oil seeped into the world’s waters due to tanker leaks. Amid this concerning statistic, new research highlights Nigeria’s position as the culprit behind seven major oil spills over the past century, ranking sixth globally. The Oil Spills Index, developed by Utility Bidder’s experts, offers insights into countries with the highest number of oil spills from 1903 to 2023. This index delves into not just the spill frequency but also the quantity of oil lost per incident and the evolution of global oil spill figures over the last half-century. Here’s what the research and…
In 2022, around 15,000 tonnes of oil infiltrated the world’s waters through leaked tankers, and with this in mind, new research has revealed that Nigeria is responsible for 7 major oil spills over the past century – the 6th most worldwide. As part of their Oil Spills Index – the experts at Utility Bidder have profiled the countries with the most oil spills between 1903 and 2023, as well as taking into account the countries with the largest amount of oil lost per spill, the change in global oil spill numbers over the past 50 years. Countries with the most…
In a significant legal development in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, a young undergraduate student from Rivers State University found himself on the wrong side of the law. Chika Eguma Ekwodu has been convicted and sentenced to two years in prison for impersonation and obtaining money by false pretences. The verdict was delivered by Justice P. I. Ajoku of the Federal High Court, Port Harcourt, on October 10, 2023. This case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of online fraud and the importance of upholding the law. Ekwodu’s conviction is based on two-count charges brought against him by the…
Praia, 13 October 2023 – The second and final day of the 8th edition of the ECOWAS Sustainable Energy Forum (ESEF 2023) was marked by decisive moments, consolidating its position as an essential platform for dialogue between the main national, regional and international actors in the West African energy sector. The Forum was also an opportunity to celebrate institutions that have played a key role in the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency with the ESEF 2023 Awards. These awards recognize the commitment and efforts made to build a more sustainable future through initiatives and innovations that promote sustainable…
Justice Mojisola Dada, presiding over the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, has set the stage for the final deliberations in the trial of Marco Antonio Ramirez, an American businessman, accused of a $1.2 million fraud. The court, which has been grappling with the intricacies of the case, has scheduled December 11, 2023, for the adoption of final written addresses, bringing this high-profile legal saga one step closer to its conclusion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been pursuing a case against Ramirez, alongside his associated companies, USA NOW LLC, Eagle Ford Instalodge Group LP, and USA Now…