By Miriam Humbe Students from several schools in the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT) Abuja were brought together on Friday in a healthy book review competition organized by the Coordinator of ‘Book The Kids Again’ initiative, Mr Goodluck Godwin Hayi. This was at the official launch of the project, ‘Book The Kids Again’ which held at the Aduvie Event Centre in Jahi, Abuja. The competition was aimed at testing the students’ understanding of the books they had been assigned to read. Participating schools included Aduvie international School, The Hillside School, Stella Maris College and Olumawu College in Abuja. The students excitedly…
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By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), has assured that the water level in River Benue is minimally receding in the past few days, thereby the probability of a devastating flooding along River Benue is progressively eroding. Director General of NIHSA, Umar Ibrahim Mohammed said this in a statement signed on Friday. He therefore, advised that due to variability of the climate, citizens should keep safe as well as keep observing the flood preparedness protocols. Mohammed said: “NIHSA is in synergy with the authorities and management of Lagdo Dam for their releases and the Agency is committed to…
By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), on Wednesday, officially launched its Strategic Action Plan for 2024-2028 as well as its foremost digital media Podcast programme called Ethicspod. The Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC) were supporting partners for the launch. Humsimedia Online gathered that the Action Plan 2024-2028 was the first of its kind by any anti-corruption body in West Africa. It was also revealed that the launch of the Strategic Action Plan marked the commencement of a new five-year roadmap following the successful implementation of the 2019-2023 plan. Chairman of the…
By Nana Musa The Nigeria Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme Sector (NUPCPS) has called for consequential adjustment in pension, arising from the implementation of the national minimum wage (Amendment) Act, 2024. The National Chairman of NUPCPS, Mr Sylva Nwaiwu, made the call during a peaceful rally to submit a request letter, through the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy to the president, in Abuja on Monday. “We regret to call on your quick attention to the omission of pensioners under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) as beneficiaries of the approved pension increment of N32,000 per month…
Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. As your President, I assure you that we are committed to finding sustainable solutions to alleviate the suffering of our citizens. Once again, I plead for your patience as the reforms we are implementing show positive signs, and we are beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel.…
As we celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, it is a moment to reflect on our journey as a nation and the vital role that water resources play in our development. Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NHSA) remains committed to ensuring sustainable water management, essential for our nation’s growth, health, and resilience against climate change. Our Agency has worked tirelessly to monitor and manage Nigeria’s vast water resources, providing critical data that supports effective planning and response to flooding, drought, and other hydrological challenges. The Agency plans to implement proactive measures to tackle the challenges of climate change and rising rainfall patterns.…
By Miriam Humbe The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Friday convened a technical meeting of humanitarian sectors to discuss their levels of activation, challenges and identify the way forward towards efficient sectoral interventions in the flood situation across the country. NEMA’s Director General, Mrs Zubaida Umar who was represented by the Director, Planning Research and Forecasting, Dr Onimode Abdullahi Bandele who declared open the meeting. She said the objective was also to coordinate responses and harmonise data for optimal resource utilization and efficiency. She urged the sectoral leads to work with other members of their sectors in activating to…
The beautiful and charming Success Prince turned a year older and was celebrated at a grand event by family and friends at a choice restaurant in the highbrow Wuse 2, Abuja. Success is a driven and passionate student of Veritas University, Abuja currently pursuing a degree in Peace and Conflict Resolution. The Cross River State beauty was overwhelmed with the outpouring of love and goodwill messages from her guests, who comprised of family, friends, diplomats, journalists and friends of the family. As a love advocate and strategic arbitrator, she is dedicated to promoting harmony and resolving disputes effectively. Success brings…
By Miriam Humbe Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, (FMITI), Ambassador Nurs Abba Rimi has said that Nigeria’s Carbon Market Activation Policy (NCMAP), is a bold declaration of our unwavering commitment to a resilient and sustainable future for Nigeria and the African continent. This policy is not just a framework; it is a clarion call for collective action and investment in our future. Our efforts in establishing the NCMAP reflect our ambition to create a replicable model for carbon market development across Africa. Ambassador Nura Abba Rimi said this today on Nigeria’s strides in Climate…
By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the London-based Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding, (MoU) to tackle corruption in the public sector. Demola Bakare, the Acting Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/ Spokesperson for the Commission disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. Humsimedia Online gathered that the MoU is with a recognition that needs for increased transparency and accountability to address environmental crime. On Friday 20 September, the ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu, SAN and Justin Gosling, EIA’s Securing Criminal Justice Programme Lead, signed the MoU.…
***Warns Communities Along River Beds To Relocate By Miriam Humbe The Director General of Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), Umar Ibrahim Mohamed has alerted that the steady rise in the water levels of river Niger and Benue has gotten to the red Mark. In a statement personally signed on Friday, the NIHSA boss advised that citizens along river banks relocate to safe locations and secure their lives and property. Mohammed stressed the need for Nigerian citizens to heed to the Agency’s warning, by doing the needful, clearing their drainages, gutters as well as make way for water run -off. He…
By Miriam Humbe Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu SAN, has underlined the importance of the Private sector in monitoring the implementation of constituency projects in Nigeria. He made this known on Monday at a Policy Dialogue on the Role of the Private Sector in the Implementation of Constituency Projects in Nigeria, organised by OrderPaper Advocacy Initiative in Abuja. Demola Bakare, the Acting Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/ Spokesperson for the Commission disclosed this in a statement. The Chairman who was represented by the Secretary to the Commission, Barr. Clifford…