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The Concerned Muslim Youths in Nigeria (CMYN), supporters of Bashir Hadejia, have called for the arrest of Minister of Defence Abubakar Badaru and Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal over their alleged links to the suspected criminal.The group condemned the arrest of Hadejia by the Force Intelligence Department-Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) over alleged treason and subversion against the state, describing it as a clear case of victimization and selective justice.In a statement signed by Alhaji Alhassan Yahaya, the youths demanded to know why Bashir Hadejia was being held in custody while those who instigated and funded him, including Badaru and Lawal,…

        By Ebere Agozie Abuja, The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) says a national strategy is essential to effectively close the gap for people centred-justice. Mr Jelmer Brouwer, Data Analyst and Reporting Officer at HiiL said this at the launch of the Justice Needs and Satisfaction (JNS) 2024 report on Thursday in Abuja. Brouwer said that resolving legal disputes efficiently requires a people-centred approach to justice that involves reforming the justice system to prioritize the legal and justice needs of individuals. “This will ensure equal access to justice services and legal information for all. “By focusing on real…

… As Program Empowers Young Eco-Warriors in LagosThe LAWMA Academy has concluded its 2024 summer school program, a comprehensive initiative designed to educate pupils on effective waste management and recycling practices. The four-week intensive course, which cc held at LAWMA’s headquarters in Ijora-Olopa, saw participation of pupils across various schools in Lagos State.In his address at the event, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, represented by Mr. Kunle Adebiyi, Executive Director of Finance, expressed satisfaction with the performance of kids who participated in the program, while encouraging them to apply their newly acquired knowledge in their daily lives.He…

A bill seeking for a law to establish the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy has scaled a second reading on the floor of the Lagos State House of Assembly.At a sitting on Thursday, Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, committed the bill to one of the committees on education for further processes.Lawmakers at the sitting had unanimously supported the bill with some saying it would further broaden the educational focus of the state.”This will create educational models that buttresses the experience in legislative and executive prowess in the state,” Deputy Majority Leader Adedamola Kasunmu said.He expressed optimism that the…

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to transforming public service delivery in Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Service Compact with All Nigerians (SERVICOM), a Federal Government Initiative established to promote effective and efficient service delivery in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). This strategic partnership is aimed at strengthening the capacity of SERVICOM to deliver on its mandate. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the Foundation’s commitment to transforming public service delivery in Nigeria. By joining forces with SERVICOM, the Foundation aims to strengthen the agency’s capacity to deliver efficient and effective services to the…

The Presidential Community Engagement Office, in partnership with Nestlé, OPS-WASH, ActionAid, and the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), has launched an Access to Water and Water Quality Project in the South-West and North-Central regions of Nigeria.Announced during a stakeholders’ breakfast meeting on August 28, 2024, in Abuja, this initiative will address water scarcity and contamination in communities like Agbara, Adedigba, Ilashe, Odan, Ilupeju, Ilaniro, Korogboji, and Totowu. These areas will benefit from state-of-the-art, solar-powered boreholes and advanced water treatment facilities to ensure access to clean, safe drinking water.Moremi Ojudu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community…

By Bako BenjaminOn Saturday, the city of Jalingo, Taraba State, witnessed an unprecedented gathering of Nigeria’s political heavyweight never seen before in the history of the state, as they converged to celebrate the union of Keziah and Bitrus, the daughter and son-in-law of Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas. The grandeur of the occasion was a testament to the governor’s rising political stature as a national leader, earning accolades from none other than Vice President Kashim Shettima, who praised him as a “great unifying force” in the nation.The wedding, which drew an impressive array of dignitaries, including former President Goodluck Jonathan and…

The Bankers’ Committee has announced the completion of the restoration and upgrading of facilities at the National Theatre. The renovation commenced in July 2021 following approval by the Federal Government and the subsequent handover of the national edifice to the Bankers’ Committee. The Committee embarked on this restoration to unlock the immense potential in the creative sector for the teeming population of Nigerian youth. The new-look National Theatre, when operational, will create jobs, generate income, and grow foreign exchange earnings, thereby becoming a creative and entertainment hub providing much-needed community spaces for Nigerian youth to explore and thrive. The renovation…

As part of its commitment to empower women with relevant entrepreneurship skills, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, partnered with ImpactHER to host another round of free digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills training for businesswomen. The training, organized by ImpactHER, was held from Monday, August 19 to Friday, August 23, 2024, and successfully trained 1,276 women entrepreneurs in digital and AI. Situating the importance of the training within Fidelity Bank’s strategy, Osita Ede, Divisional Head, Product Development at Fidelity Bank Plc said, “Available data points to the fact that women-led small businesses account for over 40% of Micro, Small,…

Quickteller Homes, the real estate and property subsidiary of Interswitch Group, Africa leading digital payment and commerce company, is driving a paradigm shift in Nigeria’s real estate market by making homeownership and property rental more accessible through installment payments. At the recent SmallSmall Fair 2024, held at the Pistis Conference Centre in Lekki, Lagos, Quickteller Homes showcased its commitment to tackling the prevalent issues in the housing sector. By integrating flexible payment options, the platform is seeking to ease the financial burden for many Nigerians aspiring to secure accommodation or a foothold on the property ladder. The SmallSmall Fair is…