Senator Ali Ndume, the chief whip of the senate, in an interview with Arise TV has disclosed that the contentious presidential yacht deal, featured in the supplementary budget, has been formally signed and delivered. However, the payment for the vessel has not yet been processed, leading to its inclusion in the supplementary budget with an…
A devastating accident near the Maitama District of Abuja, at least five lives were tragically lost when a truck, transporting sand, experienced a catastrophic brake failure. The incident occurred in Mpape, Abuja, and involved a total of 13 vehicles, including the ill-fated truck and a motorcycle. According to Chorrie Mutaa, the Sector Commander of the…
In a grand celebration of transformation and leadership, the SISA SAPPHIRE 2023 event unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on all who attended. Commencing with patriotic anthems, the day evolved into a memorable occasion, blending inspiration, camaraderie, and recognition. Mr. Machief Mallo’s welcome speech set the tone for the event, paving the way for an impactful…
The Federal Government has given its seal of approval for the creation of seven new tertiary institutions within the country. The announcement was made today by Obilor-Duru Augustina Okechi, the Assistant Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, on behalf of the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman. This groundbreaking…
The Federal High Court has granted approval for two separate lawsuits, each aiming to challenge the appointment of the newly-instated Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Olanipekun Olukoyede. These lawsuits have been filed by legal practitioners, Mr. Stanley Okawara and Mr. Maxwell Opara, and bear the identifiers FHC/KN/CS/280/202 and FHC/ABJ/CS/1410/2023, with their respective…
On the 19th of October 2023, the Women Community in Africa, a coalition of gender-based violence intervention organizations and the advocacy arm of Beyond Mentors Care Initiative, hosted a momentous Boy Child summit under the theme “Re-engineering Boys To Value.” The event aimed to bring attention to the challenges faced by boys and promote a…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has given its approval for the use of a single dose of the Gardasil vaccine in the fight against cervical cancer in Nigeria. In response to this approval, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) is preparing to introduce the off-label use of…
In a remarkable display of dedication and community service, the SISA SAPPHIRE 2023 Ambassadors concluded their 9-month journey with a heartwarming capstone project on October 17, 2023. These young volunteers set out to enhance the learning environment at LEA Primary School, Area 1, through the acquisition of six brand new school whiteboards. The day commenced…
