By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter BUILDING COLLAPSES in Lagos State continue to raise alarm, with the metropolis recording more incidents than any other part of Nigeria. This has been due to a mix of poor regulatory oversight, contractors cutting corners, and the use of substandard materials has exacerbated the crisis as widely obse...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter NIGERIA’s AMAJU Pinnick has failed in his attempt to retain his seat on the FIFA Council after losing out in the highly contested election at the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo, Egypt. The former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president secured 28 votes, just one short of the ta...
By Rosheedat Akinkunle, JKNewsMedia Reporter CONTRACTORS IN Delta State are facing increasing pressure as the government reinforces its commitment to infrastructure development, ensuring that mobilisation payments are put to proper use. The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, emphasise...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE NIGERIAN oil and gas sector is emerging as a prime destination for global investment, with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) urging investors to seize opportunities in the country’s energy market. This call was made by the Executive Vice President, Upstream, Mr. Udy Ntia...
By Joke Kujenya RISING GLOBAL temperatures are advancing at an alarming rate, and new research suggests that the widely accepted 1.5-degree Celsius threshold may have been breached years ago. A study from the University of Western Australia Oceans Institute indicates that Earth surpassed this critical limit in 2020, contradicting previous est...
By Laila St. Matthew-Daniel I REMEMBER sitting in a boardroom early in my career, excited to share an idea that I had worked tirelessly on. As I spoke, I noticed the subtle shifts—the averted gazes, the slight impatience, the way my words seemed to land softer than when my male colleagues spoke. Later, a well-meaning […]
By Dare Ojepe IN A historic move that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to the young people, President Bola Tinubu inaugurated the Planning Committee for the National Youth Conference, setting a new impetus for the country’s future. As the Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement, I am inspired by the President...
By Rosheedat Akinkunle, JKNewsMedia Reporter STRENTHENIGN MATERNAL and child healthcare while enhancing security infrastructure has become a top priority in Ogun State. The government’s recent initiatives are significantly improving healthcare delivery, reinforcing security, and positioning the state as an economic powerhouse. During the Ogun...
By Rosheedat Akinkunle, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE CRITICAL link between education and crime prevention has been emphasised by Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, as he stresses the importance of investing in education to enhance security and curtail criminal activities. During an inspection of the ongoing construction of the Model Technic...
By Joke Kujenya DECADES OF geopolitical maneuvering and unfulfilled assurances have intensified tensions between Russia and the West, with NATO’s eastward expansion emerging as a central factor in the Ukraine conflict. It is traced down to the collapse of a 1991 understanding meant to prevent NATO’s approach toward Russian borders is now seen...
