The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to partner with civil society organizations (CSOs) to enhance the promotion, protection, and enforcement of human rights in Nigeria. This commitment was reiterated during a meeting between officials of the NHRC and representatives from Devatop Centre for Africa Development, a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated…
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has pledged full support for a proposed “Journalists’ Village” in Abuja, a housing project by the FCT chapter of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ). During a meeting with NUJ FCT leaders, led by Chairperson Grace Ike, Dangiwa described journalists as key partners in nation-building and…
Martins Vincent Otse, a social commentator and activist, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has criticized billionaire heir, Kiddwaya, for requesting public donations to support victims of the recent attack in Yelwata, Benue State. Kiddwaya had shared a post on X, urging Nigerians to contribute funds for the affected community, sparking widespread backlash, which prompted him to…
Pope Leo XIV has warned of the potential consequences of artificial intelligence (AI) on the intellectual development of young people, saying it could damage their grip on reality. Since his election as head of the Catholic Church on May 8, the pope — a mathematics graduate — has repeatedly warned of the risks associated…
China has developed mosquito-sized drones for covert military operations National University of Defense Technology in central China’s Hunan province revealed the tiny drone, alongside humanoid machines. Reports say The mini drone features two small wings with leaflike structures on either side of the stick-shaped drone, accompanied by three slender, hair-thin “legs.” Meanwhile, China has…
The highly anticipated Homecoming Tour celebrates her first novel in 12 years, Dream Count. Critically acclaimed for its emotional depth and incisive social commentary, Dream Count continues to resonate globally. The tour will feature exclusive ticketed book events in Lagos and Abuja, where audiences can enjoy an evening of poetry, music and readings by the…
…Harps on the Importance of shortwave broadcasts. Pope Leo XIV has visited the Vatican Radio’s shortwave Radio Center in Santa Maria di Galeria, where he emphasized the importance of shortwave broadcasts. He traveled out of Rome’s city center in the morning, according to a post on the Vatican Social media handle. During his visit, the…
A fire has gutted the Second Campus Market of Benue State University, Makurdi, leading to significant property damage. The fire, which broke out in the late hours of the evening on Thursday, June 19, destroyed several shops and stalls. As at the time of filing in this report, the cause of the fire was not…
The Executive Assistant to the Governor on Community Development, Chief Ikechukwu Iwegbu, has congratulated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on his 62nd birth anniversary.Chief Iwegbu in a statement on Thursday, June 19, described Governor Oborevwori as a source of inspiration, noting that his sterling leadership qualities have brought about peace, unity and meaningful development in all sectors…
The Chairman Ndokwa East Local Government Council, Chief Vincent Osilonya has felicitated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on his 62nd birth anniversary.Chief Osilonya in a congratulatory message to the Governor, described the Governor as a humble, sincere, passionate and committed leader, adding that his sterling leadership qualities had earned him numerous awards which has brought Delta State…
