I pledge to Nigeria, my country To be faithful, loyal and honest, To serve Nigeria with all my strength, To defend her unity and uphold Her honor and glory. So help me God. As we enter into another new year of independence, we pray for peace, unity, good governance and a stable economy. Happy Independence… Read More Happy Independence Day/New Month Nigeria
Prior to her amalgamation, the Northern and Southern Protectorates of Nigeria were represented by traditional rulers and leaders to her colonial master Great Britain. In 1919, elective democracy was introduced by the then Governor-General Sir Fredrick Lugard when the Township Ordinance gave the right to vote for a limited slot of three seats in the… Read More Nigeria At 58: A Citadel Of Electoral Misconduct
Arise, O compatriots Nigeria’s call obey To serve our fatherland With love and strength and faith The labour of our heroes past Shall never be in vain To serve with heart and might One nation bound in freedom Peace and unity. Oh God of creation Direct our noble cause Guide our leaders right Help… Read More Happy Independence Day/New Month Nigeria
Nigeria is a country situated in the western part of Africa. Colonized by Britain in the 18th century, the country is home to approximately 180 million people of over 500 ethnic groups with diverse cultures and traditions. Prime among the ethnic groups are the Hausa tribe (primarily dominants of the Northern region), the Yoruba… Read More Nigeria At 57: An Entity of Tribalistic Nepotism and Democratic Falsism
President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to formally launch the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) 2017-2020 on Wednesday April 5. This was contained in a statement by the Presidential spokesman, Mr. Femi Adesina on Tuesday April 4. The ceremony would take place in the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, at 11a.m. The statement… Read More President Buhari set to launch Nigeria economic recovery, growth plan
Nigeria, a country blessed with approximately 160 million people stands as the giant of Africa and the seventh most populous nation in the world. Nigeria continues to attract people from neighbouring countries and foreign investors alike, as it is one of the liveliest places in Africa and home to Lagos one of the most prominent… Read More 25 Interesting Facts About Nigeria/Nigerians
The Federal Government plans to generate up to $16.4 billion through asset sales in the next four years to reduce the burden on the nation’s budget. A document obtained by Bloomberg from the Ministry of National Planning, which outlines the country’s plans for economic recovery from 2017 to 2020, revealed that the sales was to… Read More Sale of assets to generate $16.4billion for budget augmentation
The Ayuba Wabba-led faction of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), on Sunday, suspended the ongoing nationwide strike which was started in a bid to get the Federal Government to reverse the N145 per litre pump price of petrol and resolved to resume negotiation with the government. This came as the Joe Ajaero led faction, during… Read More NLC suspends its nationwide strike
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