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Already, several lawmakers have  applauded the initiative, as well as the regular appraisal of members of the National Assembly, which the CSO says is aimed at strengthening the legislature and “identifying and sustaining a distinct class of legislators who are performance-driven, excellence-inspired, and public-spirited.” The Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Honourable Mohammed Tahir Monguno agrees. Monguno, in his speech …

This year’s Global Terrorism Index reveals that 60 per cent of deaths attributed to violent extremist groups in 2022 occurred in sub-Saharan Africa. Intercommunal violence and lack of social cohesion contribute to recruitment by groups on the continent, and despite many prevention efforts, the threat of terrorism persists. Is it time to reassess what needs to go into preventing violent extremism and …

Nigeria’s President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, arrived Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, on Monday. Tinubu’s flight touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, and was welcomed by a crowd of supporters, according to the PUNCH. The President-elect arrived from France in the company of his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, at the presidential wing of the airport to a rousing welcome …

Pope Francis recommended making an examination of conscience at the end of each day as a way to invite Jesus into the joys and struggles of daily life. “Indeed, for us to it is important to reread our history together with Jesus: the story of our life, of a certain period, of our days, with its disappointments and hopes,” the …

The annual Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum will be held at UN Headquarters in New York from April 25-27.  A statement released by the State Department said The U.S. delegation to the Forum will be led by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Representative to the United Nations, and will also feature the participation of U.S. Special Envoy for Global …

The Godwin Obaseki-led administration of Edo State has been commended for its commitment to the welfare of vulnerable children in the state. The representative of the Minister for Women Affairs and Social Development and Deputy Director, Child Development in the Ministry, Musa Aliu gave the commendation recently, while speaking at the official launch of the Guidelines for Alternative Care of …

Edo State Government has urged stakeholders to support initiatives and implementation of reforms that will ensure a cleaner, greener and healthier environment. The State Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Engr. Osasere Evbuomwan made the call while addressing journalists during a sensitization program to commemorate the 2023 World Earth Day, He urged stakeholders and groups to support campaigns to enlighten members …

Washington — U.S. special operations forces carried out a precarious evacuation of the American embassy in warring Sudan on Sunday, sweeping in and out of the capital, Khartoum, with helicopters on the ground for less than an hour. No shots were fired and no major casualties were reported. With the last U.S. employee of the embassy out, Washington shuttered the …

Fighting in Sudan between forces loyal to two top generals has put that nation at risk of collapse and could have consequences far beyond its borders. Both sides have tens of thousands of fighters, foreign backers, mineral riches and other resources that could insulate them from sanctions. It’s a recipe for the kind of prolonged conflict that has devastated other countries …

About three weeks ago, precisely April 6, 2023, the House of Representatives triggered an outrage with a bill banning fresh doctors from Nigerian universities from travelling abroad to practise or further their education until they have put in five years compulsory service in Nigeria’s health sector. If the bill sponsored by a member representing Oshodi/Isolo Federal Constituency in Lagos State, …