Insecurity in Nigeria has remained a festering wound that appears gangrenous, it’s a problem that unsettles everybody, the president, the governors and all people who wish this country well are having sleepless nights as a consequence of the monstrosity arising from general insecurity, specifically banditry, and kidnapping. The northwest of Nigeria is hard hit by the menace of banditry, in particular, Kaduna, Katsina, Zamfara, and Sokoto states are worse hit by this ghastly menace. By Aminu Binji Ahmed Aliyu was unmistakably categoric in his campaign blueprint particularly concerning insecurity, for nothing development-wise thrives where insecurity thrives. He pledged to render…
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“There were 12 passengers on board. Suddenly, the woman removed the life jacket she was wearing and jumped into the river.
Proverbs 31:25-26 encapsulates the essence of a virtuous woman: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” This biblical description sets a high standard for the qualities expected of a mother, emphasizing the importance of resilience, wisdom, and kindness in all aspects of her life.
The rising spate of mass abductions in northern Nigeria has sent shockwaves throughout the country, instilling fear and anxiety among the populace, particularly those living in areas that are prone to attacks by armed groups. These incidents have not only put the lives of innocent people at risk but have also highlighted the grave security challenges facing the nation. The government must take immediate and decisive action to address this insecurity and ensure the safety and security of its citizens.
Lakemfa hinted that the student loan scheme would make minimal impact because its beneficiaries are likely to default and if effective measures are not put in place to recover the loans the scheme would be endangered without achieving its aims and objectives.
This was precisely what came to my mind as I watched Professor Kingsley Moghalu spoke at the last Leadership 2023 Conference and Awards, which took place this Tuesday, 5th of March, 2024, at Transcorp Hilton Hotels, Abuja, FCT. Professor Moghalu was the Keynote speaker. The topic was: “An Economy In Distress: Which Way Forward?” I watched him dissected the topic, spoke frankly and proffered concise and precise recommendations to our problems, many of them very ‘brutal’, he spoke like my senior friend.
This phenomenon of Nigerian presidential hopefuls shedding tears in public has become a common spectacle in recent years. These tears are often seen as attempts to gain public sympathy and project an image of vulnerability and emotional depth. The sincerity and impact of these tears are often called into question, as the actions of these politicians do not always align with the emotions they display.
The families of the abducted children are living through a nightmare, unable to sleep as they anxiously await any news of their loved ones. The harrowing reports of the conditions faced by the kidnapped children, including a lack of food, only add to the distress and anguish experienced by the families. The scale of the kidnapping in Kuriga is unprecedented, with almost every household in the town affected by the abduction of a child.
The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Dr. Solomon Arase CFR, retired Inspector General of Police, says the Commission’s women deserves special recognition for their commitment and selfless Service to the Commission and the Nigeria nation. Dr. Arase noted that PSC women deserve to be celebrated today for their strength, resilience, contribution and invaluable impact in our determination to reposition and improve policing in Nigeria. The PSC Chairman who noted that the United Nation’s theme for this year’s International Womens day ‘ invest in Women: Accelerate progress’ is very apt, disclosed that the Commission has since Commissioned and equipped a…
The monarch, in a message to commemorate this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), noted that women make unmeasurable contributions to the promotion of peaceful coexistence, enhancing family values and economic development.