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Exploring solutions to security challenges In Benue

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By Bridget Tikyaa The security situation in Benue State has been quite challenging, particularly with regards to the herders-farmers conflict, banditry, kidnapping, gansterism, and cult violence. Since assuming office, Governor Alia has prioritized security, a long-standing challenge in Benue,

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How Benue State University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology will transform education and agriculture

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 March 2025 0

By Dooyum Naadzenga The establishment of the Benue State University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (BSUAST), Ihugh, is a landmark achievement that reflects visionary leadership, collaborative governance, and a strong commitment to reshaping Nigeria’s educational and agricultural landscapes. Located in Benue State’s Vandeikya Local Government Area, the institution

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Benue: Ending Water Scarcity, Building Resilience, Enhancing Sanitation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 March 2025 0

By Bridget Tikyaa Water is life, no doubt. It is essential for the living, in driving agriculture ; ensuring food security, and vital to a functional ecosystem. It is imperative for economic growth, poverty reduction, and on the top scale of improved public health. In Benue State, there have been genuine but tottering efforts to […]

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Dangote Refinery Halts Naira Transactions Amid Currency Disparities

Ihesiulo Grace 28 March 2025 0

In a move that underscores the growing economic challenges in Nigeria, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a temporary suspension of fuel sales in the local naira currency. The decision, effective from March 19, 2025, stems from significant discrepancies between naira-denominated sales and dollar-based crude oil purchases, creating operational difficulties for

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The Wike-Fubara Rift: Implications for Leadership in Rivers State

Ihesiulo Grace 13 March 2025 0

Rivers State, a pivotal region in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, is currently witnessing a significant political rift between two of its prominent figures: former Governor Nyesom Wike and his successor, Governor Siminalayi “Sim” Fubara. This discord has raised concerns about the state’s political stability and governance. Background: From Alliance to

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The State of Nigeria’s Healthcare System: Challenges and Pathways to Reform

Ihesiulo Grace 20 February 2025 0

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, boasts immense human and natural resources, yet its healthcare system faces numerous challenges that hinder the well-being of its citizens. Despite several reforms and investments, the system continues to struggle with inadequate infrastructure, underfunding, brain drain, and accessibility issues. However, ongoing efforts and policy

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Towards a cohesive Nigeria: Reimagining state development priorities

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By Abayomi Odunowo In Nigeria, the divergence in development priorities among its states is stark and deeply concerning. As we survey the nation, it becomes painfully evident that some states are racing ahead while others seem to be ensnared in a quagmire of stagnation or regression. This phenomenon can be traced back to varying priorities […]

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Leading Nigerian economic reform; reflecting on CBN successes

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By Isah Aliyu Chiroma In 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) experienced a pivotal transformation under the innovative leadership of Governor Yemi Cardoso. Faced with a myriad of economic challenges that have hindered growth and stability for years, Governor Cardoso introduced a series of comprehensive reforms designed to rejuvenate Nigeria’s economy, stabilize

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Nigeria’s Roads to Nowhere: challenges and opportunities in rebuilding the nation’s crumbling infrastructure

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By Dooyum Naadzenga Nigeria’s extensive road network, spanning approximately 200,000 kilometres, is a vital artery for transportation, trade, and economic activities. Unfortunately, many roads are in disrepair due to inadequate maintenance, heavy traffic, and harsh weather conditions. Potholes, erosion, and flooding often render roads impassable, especially during

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Opposition on the Rebound: Will 2025 Forge New Alliances for 2027?

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By Dooyum Naadzenga As Nigerians welcome the New Year, political analysts anticipate an increase in political activity leading up to the 2027 general election. The results of the 2023 presidential election, in which Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerged victorious, highlighted the performance of the main opposition parties: Alhaji Atiku Abubakar of

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Soludo tackling the fate of Anambra roads

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By Nkiru Nwagbo In the past two years and nine months, Gov Charles Soludo of Anambra state has turned the twenty one local government areas of the state into a huge Construction Site crisscrossing the communities and village in a bid towards making Anambra a Smart City state. Recently the Ministry of Works embarked on […]

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Plaudits As Buhari, Obasanjo, Gbajabiamila, Obi, Others Celebrate ex-Commonwealth scribe, Anyaoku At 90

Ihesiulo Grace 21 January 2023 0

BY BENJAMIN OMOIKE President Muhammadu Buhari has led notable Nigerians to pour encomiums on former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, who also served briefly as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs under the Shehu Shagari administration, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, as he turned 90 on Wednesday. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Presidential Candidate of the All

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Day the Anosikes bade farewell to their matriarch, Mama Joy Ementa

Ihesiulo Grace 17 November 2021 0

Nkiru Nwagbo, Awka The crowd of sympathizers that gathered at Nneyi village in Umueri town in Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State on Friday, November 12, 2021 presented a picture of a mother that lived her life in service to humanity. Hundreds of sympathisers, family members, friends and associates that gathered to bid […]

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Rising cases of gender violence in Turkey

Ihesiulo Grace 17 June 2021 0

By Adeze Ojukwu Millions of women across the world are virtually caged and gagged, due to socio-economic norms, prevalent in most cultures. Society permits it. Religion promotes it. Men uphold it. Most governments condone it. The 2011 Istanbul Convention was established to reverse these obnoxious practices, but it has not made a significant impact. Many […]

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‘How to unlock underutilised capital in real estate’

Ihesiulo Grace 3 September 2020 0

By Andrew Nevin Some economists have called for the unlocking and harnessing of dead and underutilised capital in real estate and agricultural land to improve the trajectory of the Nigerian economy. Dr Andrew Nevin, Partner, West Africa Financial Services made the call at a webinar organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) […]

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When Akanu Ibiam International Airport Enugu bounced back to life

Ihesiulo Grace 2 September 2020 0

By Sam Nzeh The people came from all over the region and swarmed on Enugu, the old capital of South Eastern Nigeria, like locusts. Mission: To witness the reopening of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport after a year of closure. Date: Sunday, August 30, 2020, Daily Times gathered. The Federal Government had on August 24, […]

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5 Things Coronavirus has done to 2020 Eid-El-Kabir celebration

Ihesiulo Grace 30 July 2020 0

Eid-El-Kabir is an Islamic festival to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (also known as Abraham) to follow Allah’s (God’s) command to sacrifice his son. Muslims around the world observe this event. This year’s celebration will be muted as lockdown remains in place for many countries and the risk of new waves of coronavirus remains high. […]

Entertainment Features

Nigerian music and marijuana

Ihesiulo Grace 10 July 2020 0

Despite the fact that marijuana, otherwise known as Ganja, endangers life, musicians still seek solace in smoking what is believed to give them inspiration. A lot of them have died from this habit.. MUTIAT ALLI examines why Nigerian artistes take it and the consequences. Excerpts. Marijuana refers to any preparations made from the Cannabis plant […]

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Rape: The stark reality of being female in male-dominated society

Ihesiulo Grace 10 July 2020 0

Adolescents worldwide often face tremendous sexual violence; a growing problem and a leading reproductive health concern. The prevalence of this violence ranges between 11 and 55% in Nigeria. In this report, DOOSUUR IWAMBE x-rays the psychological and mental effects of rape. Esther Anu (not real name) was 13-years-old when her uncle raped her. According to […]

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78-year-old man, 4 others gang-rape woman in Yola

Ihesiulo Grace 18 June 2020 0

Yola – The Police Command in Adamawa said on Thursday it had arrested a 78-year-old man and four others suspected to have gang-raped a 33-year-old woman in Yola. Mr Sulaiman Nguroje, its Public Relations Officer, who announced the arrest in a statement in Yola, said that the five suspects, including the 78-year-old Muhammed Ali, were […]