While growing up in my part of Bendel State (Delta State), if we encountered difficulty, we would say, “no how, no how, ogoro(frog) must jump,” meaning we’ll find a way to overcome the challenge. As we get close to Christmas, the saying came flooding back into my memory. Christmas is around the corner … Read more
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has announced a N150,000 Christmas bonus to all state civil servants as appreciation to their dedication and commitment to service. The announcement is contained in a statement issued on Friday in Abakaliki by Dr Monday Uzor, the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor. According to the statement, … Read more
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has made an appeal to Ndigbo to return to their homeland for the Christmas season, assuring them that its Eastern Security Network (ESN) operatives will provide safety and maintain a peaceful atmosphere throughout the festive period. This was contained in a statement by the group’s Media and Publicity Secretary, … Read more
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called on Igbos to return home for the Christmas celebrations, promising a secure and peaceful environment under the watchful protection of its Eastern Security Network (ESN). The appeal was made through a statement released by IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful. The group reiterated its commitment to … Read more
The Agency warned Nigerians against consuming fake and adulterated drinks, especially during the Yuletide. The Director General of the Agency, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye gave the warning while addressing newsmen in Abuja. The NAFDAC DG also urged Nigerians to refrain from patronising roadside drug stores, saying most of their storage facilities were poor and the medicines … Read more
The federal government has approved a special end-of-the-year train service for Nigerians in commemoration of the Christmas and New Year festivities. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday by its Deputy Director, Public Relations, Yakub Mahmood. The statement disclosed that the directive was given by the federal government through … Read more