The Sokoto State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has commended the Sokoto State Government for its substantial investment in agriculture and its unwavering commitment to infrastructure development. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Dalhatu Safiyal Magori, and the Secretary, Mohammed Bello, and made available to TheStories on Sunday, the Union praised the government for its efforts to improve the state’s agricultural sector and infrastructure. “The NUJ commends the state government for its significant investment in agriculture, particularly for providing fertilizers worth billions of naira free to farmers across the state for the first time in…
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Actress Tosin Adeyemi has finally broken her silence on the swirling questions and speculations surrounding her semi-nude scenes in Bolanle Austen-Peters’ critically acclaimed film, House of Ga’a. The movie, which has garnered significant attention for its bold storytelling and compelling performances, has also sparked conversations due to some of its provocative scenes, particularly those involving Adeyemi’s character. In a recent interview with Pulse, Tosin opened up about the challenges she faced while portraying Zainab, a complex character who transitions from being a slave to becoming the wife of the fearsome Bashorun Ga’a, played by veteran actor Femi Branch. The film,…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Frontliners, an intra-party pressure group, has called on the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to dissolve the Kogi PDP Caretaker Committee. The group made this appeal in a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday, jointly signed by its President, Hussein Mohammed; Secretary, Mr. Moses Abidemi; and Publicity Secretary, Mr. Dan Okafor. The group’s leaders commended the NWC for rejecting attempts to replace the credible results of the ward and local government congresses with another set of results planned for August 10 by the state caretaker committee. They expressed concern that, despite firm opposition from 18…
The management of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) has launched an investigative panel to probe allegations of sexual harassment against a professor within the institution’s Faculty of Arts. This development was announced through an official circular issued by the panel’s Secretary, Mr. B. D. Jonathan. While the circular confirmed the establishment of the panel, it did not disclose the identity of the accused lecturer. The panel called on members of staff, students, and any individuals with pertinent information to come forward and share their experiences. It also encouraged anyone who may have been a victim of the lecturer’s alleged misconduct…
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, announced that the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) is now collaborating with international and local firms to enhance its production of arms and ammunition. This move aligns with the DICON Act 2023, which was recently signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. The act aims to promote the growth of indigenous companies within Nigeria’s Military Industrial Complex. Musa made this statement during a 5km Health Walk commemorating DICON’s 60th anniversary on Saturday in Kaduna. The CDS was represented by the Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Maj-Gen John Ochai.…
With just over two weeks remaining before the start of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, only around half of the tickets have been sold, raising concerns as the event draws near. The Olympic Games, currently taking place in Paris, are set to conclude this Sunday. Following the end of the Olympics, organizers will have a brief window to reconfigure the venues to accommodate the Paralympic Games, which cater to athletes with disabilities. Despite the slower-than-expected ticket sales, Paris 2024 chief Tony Estanguet expressed satisfaction with the current figures during a recent news conference. He highlighted that the pace of ticket…
The crisis within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Katsina State has deepened as the Dr. Mustapha Inuwa-led faction proceeded with its congresses, despite an alleged court order. Reacting to the development, a party chieftain, Ahmed Aminu-Yar’adua, stated that the exercise was unacceptable to the faction led by Sen. Yakubu Lado. Aminu-Yar’adua made this known during an interview in Katsina on Saturday. He alleged that no fewer than 7,000 party members were denied the opportunity to purchase forms for the ward, local government, and state congresses. The Inuwa-led faction had earlier accused Lado, the party’s former governorship candidate in the…
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, announced that the State Government has paid N450 million as a counterpart fund for the Nigerian Women Project in the state. Nwifuru made this statement on Saturday while declaring open this year’s Ebonyi Women’s August Meeting, themed: “A Wise Woman Builds Her Home.” He explained that the project, a World Bank-assisted program, aims to enhance all aspects of womanhood. The initiative will impact all 13 Local Government Areas of the state, empowering women at the grassroots level through farming, skills acquisition, and other activities designed to boost self-reliance. The governor advised women to educate their…
The 68th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in 2013 designated July 30 as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the plight of trafficking victims and promoting their rights and well-being. Since then, countries worldwide, including Nigeria, have taken robust actions to commemorate the day. By Aderogba George In 2024, the theme for World Day Against Trafficking was “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking,” underscoring the urgency to end child trafficking. Globally, children are disproportionately affected, with girls making up a significant proportion of trafficking victims. A 2022…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) says the landing cost per litre of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) known as petrol has made it impossible for petrol marketers to import the essential commodity just as being done by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. “Right now, the landing cost of PMS is over ₦1,200, without the margin of the marketers, transportation and other logistics,” IPMAN National Operations Controller, Zarama Mustapha, said on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on Thursday. “NNPC sells to marketers at ₦565 or so. That means there is a subsidy of almost ₦600 to ₦700 as of…