“Poor security means poor business, which further means little or no profit, and the inevitable option to withdraw any profit eventually made rather than reinvest it. We have to build a solid foundation of peace and security of life and property upon which economic and political stability could thrive…”
“While we are building the biggest churches and mosques, the Indians, South Africans, Chinese, Europeans and Americans have taken over our key markets: telecoms, satellite TV, multinationals, banking, oil and gas, automobile, aviation, shopping malls, hospitality, etc.”
Title Coronation of Chief Ibeawuchi Julius “Horns” Ekejiuba Iheoma as the Agubinisinda 1 of Oboama Ezinihitte, Mbaise Imo State, Nigeria Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria: The people of Oboama community in Ezinihitte Mbaise, Imo State recently conferred the title of Agubinisinda 1 of Oboama Ezinihitte Mbaise on their son, Chief Julius Ekejiuba Iheoma. In attendance at […]
“the announcement of the proscription of the group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) by Governors of the South-east states and the categorization of the group as a ‘terrorist organisation’ by the Nigerian military are unconstitutional and does not follow due process. Our laws make clear provisions for taking such actions and without the due process being followed, such declaration cannot have effect. “
Ironically, the President has refused calls to dialogue with agitators from the southeastern part of his own country Nigeria and has ignored to address their claims of marginalization, extrajudicial killings, intimidation, and harassment in the hands of the Military and the Police.
“Law Enforcement is the Duty of the police and not of the military. We cannot continue to wake up to people with camouflage and guns every day.
Nigerian Constitution says that “Every person shall be entitled to freedom of expression, including freedom to hold opinions. If Kanu has said anything to incite violence, you arrest him and charge him to court. You do not deploy the army to shut his mouth.”
it is an act of terrorism to intimidate a population. When you deploy the Military against a civil and unarmed populace to show force. That is terrorism.
Memorial – Celebrating A Life of Gratitude – held for Adedapo (Dapo) Awotoye New York: An ECK memorial service titled “Celebrating A Life of Gratitude” was recently held for Adedapo (Dapo) Awotoye who passed into glory on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. Born on July 19, 1963 in Iludun-Oro, Kwara State, Nigeria, to the late Pa […]
Nigeria Women Continue to Shine Positive Light on Nigeria as a Nation of People With Skills, Brilliant Minds, and Great Managers. Even as the Nigerian nation continues to struggle through economic recession while battling a trend of negative political and leadership challenges, more Nigerian women continue to excel in their fields and paint a picture […]
Recently, the American Medical Association recognized forensic neuropathologist Bennet I. Omalu, MD, MBA, for his discovery of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in NFL players. Dr. Omalu was awarded the association’s highest and Distinguished Service Award at the 2016 AMA Interim Meeting, in Orlando, Florida (Nov. 12-15, 2016). The Distinguished Service Award honors an AMA member for […]
Toward Sustainable Food Security In Imo State Of Nigeria: A Manual For Agricultural Development Of Imo State, Conceived, Organised And Driven By All Farmers Association (Afan) Imo State And Edited And Presented By M A C Odu Executive Summary: Imo State lies within Africa’s rainforest belt. It has fertile land resources for farming which can […]
Nigerian Igbo Union in Stockholm, Sweden Hold New Yam Festival (Iriji Ndi Igbo) 2016 Stockholm Sweden: Recently, the Nigerian Igbo Union in Stockholm, Sweden held their New Yam Festival (IRIJI NDI IGBO) 2016 which took place on October 22nd, 2016, at the SUBTOPIA ALBY: ROTEMANNAVAGEN, NORSBORG in Stockholm Sweden. The event was attended by dignitaries, […]
Over the weekend, the World Igbo Congress held their Annual Convention 2016 in New York. The event which was held between the Hilton in Queens and the Obi Igbo Community Center was attended by several members of the organization and Igbo dignitaries from both Nigeria and around the United States. Among the special guests who […]
Nigeria: What HND Holders Must Do To Achieve Parity With Bachelor’s Degree – Education Ministry Explains The Ministry of Education on Friday denied harmonizing the degrees and higher national diploma awarded by universities and polytechnics, saying that HND holders must meet new requirements to attain the Bachelors level. Mr. Benjamin Goong, who is the spokesperson […]
“In this bold piece, Mr. Fani-Kayode makes an assessment of the current situation in Nigeria and thereby raised some issues of concern. Is he a man speaking the truth or a mere member of the opposition…”
“In a White House memo dated Tuesday, January 28, 1969 to President Nixon, former Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger describes the Igbos as “the wandering Jews of West Africa – gifted, aggressive, westernized, at best envied and resented, but mostly despised by their neighbors in the federation”(foreign relations document, volume E-5, documents on Africa 1969-1972).”
“Nigeria is in the throes of a terrible ideological struggle between Liberal Democracy and Sharia that must be resolved in favor of Liberal Democracy in the best interest of the divergent ethnic, cultural, and religious groups in the nation.”
“We call on the Government of Nigeria and the international community to investigate the incident and bring any culprits to book… We also call on the affected people and communities to remain peaceful and to rather seek redress through courts than resorting to armed-struggle…”
The question now is whether the price cut will be reflected practically in the open market or will it run into similar implementation problems that prevented the consumer from benefiting from such price cut in the past?
Be aware of the law so that you may enjoy your Nigeria trips: The NEW Central Bank of Nigeria CURRENCY LAWS THAT YOU MUST BE AWARE OF Be aware of the law that you may enjoy your Nigeria trips: CBN has banned US$ Domiciliary accounts in Nigeria. Aug, 2015; 1. BTA is reduced from $10,000 […]
Held at the Paul Robeson Center in Newark New Jersey, in Partnership with the City of Newark, NJ, and it turned out to be a huge success…
This book will interest African journalists, business persons, intellectuals, students, civil society, and general interest readers,… and guide the crop of current political leadership as they preside over our social, political and economic malaise in sub – Saharan Africa.
Look at what you have achieved. APC swept the elections in Nigeria; your “Change” slogan had Nigerians vote overwhelmingly for a former tyrant and dictator who imposed draconian laws …But did you notice anything anomalous in the delegation that you just welcomed to Washington, DC?
There are too few examples in the history of Nigeria since independence where it can be said that good management and governance were instituted at a national level. This lack of a governance framework has allowed many of those in charge, devoid of any real checks and balances, to plunder.
If Nigerians truly want change, this is the time for the populace backed by the media to amplify the call to set the trend and momentum to sustain a change of the status quo or else it would soon become business as usual at the top.
New York, USA: Over the weekend, the Nigerian Lawyers Association, USA held its 2015 Annual Merit Awards Dinner at the Broad Street Ballroom in New York City. This years awards were received as follows: The 2015 Merit Award was received by Ambassador Habib Habu – Consul General of the Consulate General of Nigeria (N.Y.). The […]
Nigeria and Liverpool forward Asisat Oshoala has been named as the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year. The 20-year-old forward is the first player to win the new award from the BBC World Service, voted for by football fans around the world. She beat Spain’s Veronica Boquete, German Nadine Kessler, Scot Kim Little and Brazilian […]
“Nigerians at home and around the world expect the incoming administration to find essential agreement on issues challenging our great country…
New York, USA: Over the weekend, Nigerian organizations in the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut tri-state area held a farewell Dinner in honor of the outgoing Consul General of Nigeria Ambassador Habib Baba Habu for his dedicated and fruitful service. The event which took place at the Amarachi Prime in Brooklyn New York was planned […]
Nigeria became the first African country to win the African Youth Championship for the seventh time after beating hosts Senegal 1-0 in the final of the 2015 edition at the Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium, Dakar on Sunday. For lifting the trophy, Nigeria will play in Group E of the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup in […]
“We believe in hard work,” Aborowa said of herself and other Nigerians. “It’s in the blood, to go hard every time, to go for what you want.” “People can take your wealth, your property, but they cannot take away your knowledge or that diploma,” Romanus Amukamara said.
The most significant influence (and civic value) a citizen has lies in how he/she expresses the power of his/her vote. That is why one has to vote with reason not emotion, vote like a patriot not a traitor, and have a preference but not a relentless insistence on opinion.
Most times Africans worry about the fact that much emphasis is placed on the negative news about Africa rather than the the positive. However, mention and credit has to be given to those who endeavor to place emphasis on the many good things that abound in Africa. Below is a feature on shalomiethehomie about Nigeria’s […]
Though the heart-broken Nigerians wanted to win it all, it was not to be… the greatest consolation should lie in the fact that they made Nigerians and Africans proud by their spirited performance. We salute their achievements…
Incendiary remarks could trigger unimaginable reactions and reprisals that could spiral out of control. If leaders continue to feed the populace with statements and sentiments of a tribal, political, or religious nature, it will be a daunting task to overcome division, dichotomy, and disunity within the nation.
It is all a reflection of the kind of countries and environment we have created for ourselves. No national team that is divided in its objectives, distracted in its focus, or partially motivated in its zeal will ever win a world tournament like the world cup. It would be unfair to others who put their lives on the line to win for their country men and women….
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