Resuscitate Deplorable Standard Of Nigeria’s Educational System, ICT Consultant Tasks FG, Others
An information communication technology (ICT) consultant in Rivers State, Hon Bright Ikechukwu Nwankwo, has called on the Federal Government and stakeholders in the Educational sector, to resuscitate the standard of Nigeria’s educational system. Hon Nwankwo stressed that this is a pressing concern that requires immediate attention from the central government. Speaking with newsmen recently in […]
Green Energy Unveils $5.5bn Plan to Reinvent Nigeria’s Oil Export Infrastructure
Green Energy International Limited (GEIL) is stepping forward with a bold \$5.5 billion investment proposal to build five new onshore crude oil terminals across Nigeria — a strategic move aimed at supporting the country’s ambition to hit 3 million barrels of crude oil per day by 2030. The indigenous oil company is seeking a partnership […]
Ghana confirms Nigerian boxer’s remains to arrive soon
Ghana’s Ministry of Youth and Sports has confirmed that the body of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju, who died after collapsing during a match against Ghanaian opponent Jon Mbanugu, will be repatriated to Nigeria soon. The Port City News learnt that Olanrewaju—known as Success, died on 29 March at the Trust Sports Emporium Boxing Arena in […]
Pan-Ijaw Group Calls For Full Electronic Voting System In 2027
A Pan- Ijaw socio-political group, the Niger Delta Renewal Group (NDRG), has advocated the implementation of electronic voting system, before the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. It also asked that current voters’ register be cleaned- up before contemplating conduct of the coming polls. In a statement signed by the group’s President, Dr Precious Peterside, the […]
Is Nigeria Turning into a One-Party State?
It is no longer news, as what seems to be a one-party system is becoming a reality, with most political leaders seen defecting from their parties to the All Progressive Congress (APC), forming a one-party system trend. This has raised concerns; one recent example is Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State reportedly ordering his […]
No Call-Up for Oshoala… Has She Played Her Last for Nigeria?
Super Falcon talisman, Asisat Oshoala, has been left out of the Nigerian squad once again as head coach Justine Madugu unveils his list of 23 players for Nigeria’s upcoming double-header friendly against Cameroon. Statistics have shown that Oshoala featured for the national team during the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where she started two group […]
The Need to Check Indecent Dressing in the country
Indecent dressing refers to the wearing of clothing that is excessively revealing or inappropriate for a particular setting. While fashion is a legitimate form of expression, the issue of indecent dressing has become a subject of growing concern, particularly among youths in the Niger Delta Region. The parameters needed to classify indecent dressing has sparked […]
Analyst Advocates Strict Enforcement of Law to Curb Lawlessness
Strict enforcement of law and steep punishment of offenders identified as means to curb lawlessness in the society. A public affairs analyst, Mr. Shedrach Udenwoke said this in an interview with newsmen in Port Harcourt. Mr. Udenwoke called for effective awareness campaign to educate Nigerians on the relevance of abiding to laws governing the land. […]
Insecurity: Tinubu Orders New push to Tackle Insecurity
President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned the procurement of more fire power for the military and given them the marching order for the immediate implementation of new security strategies following the recent surge in terrorism, especially in parts of the north. The President handed down the directive yesterday during a high-level security meeting at the State House, […]
The Industrial Scale Kidnapping in Nigeria
The level of insecurity in Nigeria is mind-boggling! The rate of kidnapping is so high that the probability of being kidnapped is a clear and present danger. Kidnapping rules in Nigeria nowadays, from Kaduna to Kano, Abuja to Lokoja, Enugu to Okigwe, Asaba to Warri, Benin to Ijebu-Ode! Everywhere! Kidnappers rule! Kidnapping is a whole […]
The EFCC’s Reign of Impunity
Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was established in 2003 with a noble mandate: to combat corruption, financial crimes, and money laundering. Under its first chairman, Nuhu Ribadu, the agency earned international accolades for its bold prosecutions of high-profile politicians and fraudsters. But today, the EFCC has degenerated into a grotesque parody of its […]
Defections in Nigerian Politics: Greed or Ideology?
Party defection is typically a rare occurrence in saner political climes. It is either driven by a clash of ideas, conscience, or a principled stance on governance. Politicians in developed democracies often cross the aisle because they disagree with their party’s policy direction or seek a better platform to serve their constituents based on deeply […]