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Ganduje’s Corruption Case Files Targeted in Kano High Court Attack- Govt

By The Insight Team August 14, 2024 824 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The Kano State Government has stated that protesters who stormed the Kano State High Court, causing significant damage, stole vital documents related to corruption allegations against former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. Governor Abba Kabir  inspected the damage firsthand, joined by senior judiciary officials. Enemies of Kano State hired Continue Reading

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Tinubu Hosts First Council of State Meeting

By The Insight Team August 14, 2024 883 0

By Emmanuel Kwada President Bola Ahmed Tinubu chaired the inaugural Council of State meeting of his administration, attended by former Presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan, as well as former military rulers Yakubu Gowon and Abdulsalami Abubakar, who participated virtually. According to the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Continue Reading

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Direct Payments to LG Councils: Supreme Court’s Judgement Sets Precedent, But Is It Enforceable?

By The Insight Team August 10, 2024 767 0

Key points: Judgment takes precedence over Constitutional provisions. No one can disobey the judgment; all must comply. Judgment stands until overturned by a higher court. FG, states, and LGs must collaborate to implement the judgment. Immediate compliance is required; no delays or excuses. By Prof Mike Ozekhome (SAN, CON, OFR) Many Nigerians and non-Nigerians alike […]Continue Reading

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Olympic: Nigerians Hail Tobi Amusan’s Efforts

By The Insight Team August 10, 2024 843 0

By Emmanuel Kwada Nigerians held their collective breath as Tobi Amusan, the world record holder and national hero, took to the track in the 100m hurdles semi-finals at the Paris Olympics. The 27-year-old superstar had been touted as a strong medal contender, and her impressive performances in the earlier rounds had only fueled the nation’s […]Continue Reading

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Floods, Drought Threaten Livelihood In North-East

By The Insight Team August 9, 2024 988 0

Key points: Floods destroys farms and infrastructure, causing devastation. Devastating drought withers crops, threatening food security and livelihoods. Governor Bala Mohammed seeks urgent assistance from the Federal Government for affected farmers and communities. Residents of Mayo Belwa, Adamawa State, come together in interfaith prayers, seeking divine intervention to Continue Reading

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Adamawa, Kaduna States Hit by Devastating Drought, Farm Plants Wither Away

By The Insight Team August 7, 2024 1519 0

By Emmanuel Kwada A severe drought has struck parts of northern Nigeria, leaving a trail of withered farm plants and parched earth in its wake. The affected regions, including Plateau, Jigawa, Adamawa, and Yobe states, are experiencing an unprecedented dry spell, with rainfall levels plummeting to alarming lows. Farmers in the region, who rely heavily […]Continue Reading

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NNPC Ltd Denies Allegations of Economic Sabotage

By The Insight Team August 7, 2024 942 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has denied allegations of economic sabotage, stating that it has not breached any laws guiding its dealings with partners. Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele Kyari, made this statement while addressing the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee investigating alleged economic sabotage in the Nigeria Petroleum Continue Reading

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Ndume apologizes to APC for Anti-Tinubu remark

By The Insight Team August 6, 2024 866 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The immediate past chief whip of the Senate, Senator Ali Ndume has publicly apologized to the All Progressives Congress (APC) for his remarks on a live television program, which led to his removal as chief whip. Ndume, addressed journalists after a two-hour closed-door meeting with the National Working Committee of the party […]Continue Reading

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NARSDA partners Proforce to boost national security

By The Insight Team August 6, 2024 1320 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has partnered with Proforce Galaxies Limited to launch a constellation of four satellites, aimed at boosting Nigeria’s national economy, security, and technology development. In a statement on Tuesday by the Director, Media and Corporate Communications of the Agency, Dr Felix Ale, the Continue Reading

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Keely Hodgkinson Wins Olympic Gold Despite Late Arrival Habit

By The Insight Team August 6, 2024 788 0

Keely Hodgkinson, a British runner with a reputation for being late, proved her timing was spot on as she won the 800 meters Olympic gold medal. Despite her habit of tardiness, her coach Trevor Painter won’t tell her to change, saying: “Sometimes it’s 20 to 25 minutes late and she just strolls in smiling, ‘Whatever,'” […]Continue Reading

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Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Qualifies for Women’s 200m Final at Paris Olympics

By The Insight Team August 6, 2024 952 0

Favour Ofili has secured a spot in the final of the women’s 200 meters at the Olympic Games in Paris, France. She achieved a season-best time of 22.05 seconds in heat 1 of the semi-finals, finishing behind Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia, the new women’s 100m champion. Ofili will join seven other athletes in the […]Continue Reading

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Empowering Local Governance: ALGON Advocates for Bottom-up Approach

By The Insight Team August 6, 2024 1233 0

Key points: ALGON pushes for LGAs to have more control over policy-making. LG face many challenges, including interference, lack of resources, and corruption. ALGON recommends transparency, accountability, and citizen involvement to improve local governance. Yiaga Africa’s leader says local governments need stable leadership and stronger state institutions. A former Continue Reading