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  The Ohaneze Ndi Igbo, on Tuesday, said it was committed to promoting the unity of Nigeria through sports, especially football. Sunday Ossai, the president of Ohaneze Ndi Igbo, Lagos Chapter, said this on Tuesday in Lagos at a press conference to announce a football tournament involving the 20 Local Governments of Lagos State. The tournament, the first edition, which would be flagged off on Aug. 18, is being organised in conjunction with St.Ives, a club funded by Ohaneze Nadia Igbo. “Our goal is to foster unity between the government and our people; this noble aspiration guides the endeavours of the project led by Azubuike Eweremadu. “Our mission is clear, to rally our community to raise awareness and to enlighten our people about the significance of their contributions. We seek to bridge the gap between the people and the government. “This football league encompassing 20 local governments is not just a sport event but a manifestation of our commitment to promote community engagem...

  The Executive Director of the International Press Centre, Mr Lanre Arogundade, has called on the Federal Government to tackle the challenges that hinder Nigeria’s productivity. Arogundade spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)  on Wednesday in Lagos. He reacted to the nationwide protest by the organised labour. NAN reports that Nigeria Labour Union and Trade Union Congress on Wednesday began a nationwide protest over increase in petrol price, devaluation of the Naira and increase in fees by schools owned by the Federal Government, among others. According to Arogundade, energy is very important for sustenance of an economy. “Government should look at solving energy problems. “Looking at the sufferings of Nigerians, the protest is justified and legitimate. “Moreover, we are in a democracy; so, people should be allowed to express themselves,’’ he said. He urged law enforcement agencies, especially the police, to provide adequate security and ensure that the...

  Yiaga Africa, a Civil Society Organisation, has urged the Federal Government to urgently fix all local refineries  to tackle the effects of subsidy removal on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as fuel. Mr Mark Amaza, Senior Communications Officer,  Yiaga Africa made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Wednesday. He reacted to the nationwide protest by the organised labour. NAN reports that  the Nigeria Labour Congress  and Trade Union Congress on Wednesday,  began a nationwide protest over the country’s economic situation caused by increase in petrol price and  devaluation of the Naira, among others Amaza noted that Nigerians were faced with hardship and sufferings occasioned by  removal of subsidy on fuel by the current administration, while the country’s refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna remained moribund. According to him, while we understand that the subsidy reforms are necessary, it is ...

  The Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria (APCN) says Nigeria will host the fifth edition of the West Africa Food Festival (WAFFEST) to promote West African cuisines. Its National President, Mr Paulinus Okon, disclosed this on Thursday at a news conference in  Lagos . The theme of the food festival is “Preserving West African Flavour: The Chefs Roles in Sustainable Tourism”. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that APCN established WAFFEST in 2017 and since then, Ghana has hosted the festival three consecutive times, followed by Liberia. Okon said that WAFFEST was scheduled to hold from Aug. 9 to 14, in Lagos, to also promote cooking skills. He said that the festival would encourage food tourism, culture, music, workforce development and promote committed chefs. According to him, Nigeria will be hosting the festival for the first time to encourage eating healthy. ”This is a time to give women the opportunity to meet chef leaders and mentors as well as showcase their...

  As Lagos State Printing Corporation (LSPC) strives to promote a culture of excellence and professionalism, it has on Monday honors best officers of the month and celebrated July birthday celebrants. This was disclosed in a statement signed Dr Adeola Ekine, Head, Public Affairs Unit, LSPC. Ekine said that LSPC  remained committed to nurturing talent and celebrating achievements of outstanding officers who have consistently gone above and beyond in their respective roles in ensuring the smooth functioning and success of the Corporation. She said while LSPC remained steadfast in carrying out its main objective, the Corporation also recognizes hard work by rewarding its members of staff who has in no small measure exhibited exceptional dedication to work. "To this end, Mr. Raymond Alabi of production department, Mr. Afeez Lukman of maintenance department and Mrs. Latifat Salau of Account Department are outstanding as recipients for the award in the month of July, 2023. "These o...

  Esther Celestine, an auxiliary Staff with the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, exchanged wedding vows with Okoronkwo Emenike at the Assemblies of God Church, Treasure Palace, Olodi Apapa, Lagos on Saturday. During the ceremony, Pastor Ihuoma Matthew delivered a sermon in which he urged the newlywed groom to protect and stand firmly with his wife.  He emphasized the importance of resolving their differences without undue interference from others. The pastor specifically advised the groom against isolating himself from his bride to avoid the collapse of their marriage. Recognizing marriage as a divine institution among Christian believers, the pastor called upon the couple to display tolerance, perseverance, and piety in their interactions with one another. He challenged them to embrace transparency and accountability as guiding principles throughout their marital journey. Among the esteemed guests present at the wedding ceremony were dignitaries suc...

The Coalition of Peace In Nigeria (COPIN), has warned a faceless Northern group threatening to lead protest against the amiable Director-General of State Services (DG SS), Alh. YM Bichi (fwc, CFR), to desist forthwith, or face a counter-offensive by well-meaning Nigerians, who are better informed about the state of affairs in our dear country. Our investigations, as a patriotic, non-profit group, revealed that billions of naira have been earmarked for this orchestrated demolition campaign against a gentleman officer, who is widely described as a "reformer", "transformative", and "welfarist" leader. We want the so-called Northern Group to answer the following questions, before embarking on what is obviously an ill-motivated and subversive action:  1:. Where, in contemporary history, did a serving Central Bank Governor declare interest in partisan politics, considering the enormity of the monetary policy challenges before him? 2: Should the public not ask qu...