Today, we celebrate Dame Virginia Etiaba, Nigeria’s first and only female governor. Her journey to leadership was born out of crisis and marked by resilience and maturity. Born in Nnewi, Anambra State, in 1942, she spent over 30 years as a teacher and school headmistress before entering politics.

She became deputy governor under Peter Obi. When Obi was controversially impeached in 2006 due to political chaos, the constitution appointed Etiaba to take over. Despite being underestimated in a patriarchal society, she took her role seriously, focusing on reforms in education and infrastructure without fanfare.

When courts later declared Obi’s impeachment illegal, she gracefully stepped aside, returning power peacefully. Her leadership demonstrated integrity and service, setting a unique example in Nigerian politics. Nearly two decades later, no other woman has governed a Nigerian state. Dame Virginia Etiaba remains a symbol of courage and principled leadership.

The First And Only Female Governor In Nigeria- Dame Virginia Etiaba

Dame Virginia Etiaba: Nigeria’s Trailblazing Female Governor

> Interviewer: Why don't you support Peter Obi?

Wike: No, he has no chance to winning election. You people like this kind of social media candidates. I don't do social media candidates.

Interviewer: But he won Abuja and got 6 million votes?

Wike: I sit down as a politician, and I analyse the candidate who is likely to win. In politics, it's not always a right that okay, this is the best candidate.

In Nigeria today, in politics, so many factors come in and I have always told people this... Whether it is correct or not, is a different thing.. look at how Tinubu won.

Peter Obi Is A Social Media Candidate, I Won't Support Him In 2027

A woman shared a video showing her being stranded on a ferry when the boat's fuel ran out mid-journey. Surrounded by water with no land in sight, she expressed her frustration over the dangerous situation, as the boat drifted on turbulent waters. The video quickly went viral, with many netizens commenting on how risky and uncomfortable such an experience would be.

Later, when she attempted to board the same ferry again, she was denied access and told to go home. She shared another video explaining how her previous post led to her being turned away, highlighting issues with the service's lack of preparedness. The incident has sparked discussions about safety and customer treatment on water transportation services in Nigeria.

Lady Shares Video Of Being Stranded On Ferry; Denied From Using It Again

Woman Gets Stranded on Ferry After Fuel Runs Out, Then Barred From Reboarding

Baby Switched With A Doll And Tossed Into The Sea 😨

Recent reports reveal that Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo, has married a Tanzanian national. The marriage has sparked social media conversations, especially surrounding her reasons for choosing a partner outside Nigeria. Sources suggest her decision may be influenced by her family’s public history and personal reasons. It is believed she is 24, while her groom is around 35. Some speculate she intentionally avoided Nigerian or Lagos-based marriages to escape potential judgment linked to her mother’s past relationships and family issues.

Verydarkman: Priscilla Ojo’s Marriage To Tanzanian Sparks Reactions, Linked To F

Priscilla Ojo’s Marriage to Tanzanian Man Sparks Family Background Discussions

This daily spiritual guide explores the profound truth that Christ living in you is the ultimate source of hope and glory. It emphasizes that true transformation comes not from human effort but from surrendering to His life within. Through scriptures and heartfelt prayer, it encourages believers to deny themselves, embrace the Cross, and let Christ’s resurrection power manifest in their daily walk. The message calls for self-reflection and a renewed commitment to live out the divine glory that Christ has made available, inspiring believers to walk in righteousness, love, and eternal purpose.

Christ In Me The Hope Of Glory

Living in the Glory of Christ: Your Hope and Destiny

> Easter has arrived again, the Christian narrative of Jesus being arrested, crucified, dying and then ascending all occurs from Good Friday to Sunday morning, these few days are the foundation for the Christian religion. The Gospels account for this episode, giving us details which are rather unique and quite puzzling, or so to speak. In this article, I’m not going to try to offend anyone and I do apologize if I do, but as a Muslim, these questions are pertinent to the narrative given to these events by the Christian faith. We need to examine the foundation, for if the foundation is based on falsehood, all that is derived from it, will also have falsehood in contained within. Therefore, in an attempt to seek answers for these dogmatic conundrums, let’s ask some questions that should by now, some 2000 years or so years later, should have answers prepared.

Zombies:
Here we have an account in Matthew 27:51-53, where apparently the dead come back to life, and in their large numbers, roam through the streets of Jerusalem. There’s a slight problem with this claim however. Dead people have crawled out of graves in Jerusalem, seen by ‘many people’, and yet the only account of it, is some 50 or so years later in a religious scripture from a new faith, fishing for miracles to get converts. So let’s see what the scripture claims:

At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection and went into the holy city and appeared to many people.

So dead people came back to life. This is a miracle proving Jesus’ resurrection, this miracle is apparently witnessed by many people and yet we have some serious discrepancies here. No other Gospel of Epistles even references or mentions explicitly, what is arguably the greatest miracle one can observe, dead people returning to life. No Jewish historian or religious figure ever mentions that dead people came back to life and roamed their holiest city’s streets. Not even the Romans, the largest Empire, most powerful nation at that time, records that dead people came back to life and roamed their streets. Yet somehow, a person not from that time, 50 or so years later (33AD, Ascension, Matthew written between 75 AD – 99 AD), mentions this maybe two or three lines and then it turns into a historical fact. Call me skeptical, but I’m needing evidence here. I find it hard to believe, that dead people, came to life and no one at that time, not even heretical early Christian sects, nor Paul who documented the vast prayers, actions and beliefs of the early Church some 14 years later, remotely mentions or references it.

A famed Christian Exegete, Adam Clarke in his exegesis on these verses states:
It is difficult to account for the transaction mentioned Matthew 27:52,53. Some have thought that these two verses have been introduced into the text of Matthew from the gospel of the Nazarenes; others think that the simple meaning is this:-by the earthquake several bodies that had been buried were thrown up and exposed to view, and continued above ground till after Christ’s resurrection, and were seen by many persons in the city. Why the graves should be opened on Friday, and the bodies not be raised to life till the following Sunday, is difficult to be conceived. The place is extremely obscure. 

Perhaps there is someone willing to validate, verify this claim or if not, admit it really did not occur and is a fanciful dream of some scribe wanting to give the masses some alleged miracle to convert to Christianity for.

Conflicting Post-Crufiction Narrative:
This question stems from reading the Gospels of Matthew and Mark, evidently, if one picks up a Bible, the New Testament begins with Matthew and then we’re introduced to Mark. The problem here however, stems from an incident that presents a problem. In Matthew 28:5-10, we read:

The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.” So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”

So from this, we deduce that:

*Some women met an angel.
*They don’t worship the angel.
*They were afraid, yet they ran to tell the disciples.
*They meet Jesus who tells them to go to Galilee.

Yet, we read in Mark, a successive Gospel, a completely different story, Mark 16:5-8:
“As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on the right side, and they were alarmed. “Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter, ‘He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him, just as he told you.’ Trembling and bewildered, the women went out and fled from the tomb. They said nothing to anyone, because they were afraid.“

*Some women met a young man in white clothes and not an angel.
*They don’t worship the young man.
*They were afraid and said nothing to anyone.
*Never met Jesus, instead the angel tells them to go to Galilee.

In fact, if we read the next Gospel in succession, that is, Luke, we have another completely different account. We read from Luke 24:4-8:
While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them. In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.’ ” Then they remembered his words. When they came back from the tomb, they told all these things to the Eleven and to all the others.

*Some women did not meet an angel, nor a young man, but instead two men in clothes as bright as lightning.
*Instead of not worshipping the angel or a young man, they worship two men.
*They were afraid, but instead of telling no one, they told everyone.
*Never met Jesus, but instead two men tell them to go to Galilee.

Continuing to the final Gospel, that of John, in Chapter 20, Verses 11-19, we read:
Now Mary stood outside the tomb crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb and saw two angels in white, seated where Jesus’ body had been, one at the head and the other at the foot. They asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” “They have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I don’t know where they have put him.” At this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus. He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”). Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord!” And she told them that he had said these things to her. On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!”

*One woman, Mary, did not meet an angel or a young man or two men but instead two angels.
*She did not worship the two angels.
*She told everyone what she saw, in contrast to the other Gospels.
*Met Jesus who does not tell her to go to Galilee. 
*Jesus does not meet them at Galilee but at a house in/ near Jerusalem.

Some like to say that we’ve misunderstood their scripture, some say we’ve distorted and manipulated the truth, but all we’ve really done is read the Gospels, as they are laid out. Anyone can pick up a Bible and read these contradicting narratives...

In conclusion, I’d like to give a quote which sums up the Muslim perspective of this incident, Mary and the other female disciples go to tell the men what has happened, this quote being from the Gospel of Luke:

It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the others with them who told this to the apostles. 

As is the Muslim view, the men’s response is practically priceless:

But they did not believe the women, because their words seemed to them like nonsense.

As we end, one more relevant quote from the same Gospel:
Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. Bending over, he saw the strips of linen lying by themselves, and he went away, wondering to himself what had happened.

Which fulfills the Islamic narrative, from the Qur’an which states:
“And because they denied and spoke dreadful calumnies of Mary; and for saying: “We killed the Christ, Jesus, son of Mary, who was an apostle of God;” but they neither killed nor crucified him, though it so appeared to them. Those who disagree in the matter are only lost in doubt. They have no knowledge about it other than conjecture, for surely they did not kill him, But God raised him up (in position) and closer to Himself; and God is all-mighty and all-wise.”

wa Allaahu Alam.

[and God knows best.]

Easter: Contradictions In The Gospel Narratives!

One of the most common questions many guys ask themselves is: "What kind of woman should I marry?" Today, I want to break that down clearly for everyone's benefit. I’m going to focus on men who are looking to start a family for the first time, are financially stable, and are in the age range of 20–35. Let me introduce a simple but powerful principle for choosing the right wife: VSP – Virginity, Submissiveness, and Productivity.

1. Virginity 

First off – yes, virgin women still exist. The difficulty of finding one depends entirely on your social circle. Now, here are the three key reasons why you should strongly consider marrying a virgin: 

a. Spiritual Bonding - In the spiritual world, any act that involves the spilling of blood represents a covenant. When a virgin woman bleeds during her first intercourse, that blood symbolizes a spiritual contract between the two souls. That’s deep. So, if you marry a woman who’s already lost her virginity, you can’t form that same spiritual connection. Spiritually, she’s already "married" to the man who took her virginity.

b. Psychological Impact - Every woman remembers her exes. Consciously or subconsciously, she’s comparing you to them. And let’s be real – you won’t outdo all of them in every category. That mental comparison creates emotional instability. She’ll be thinking: “With that guy, I got X but missed out on Y. With this guy, I’m getting Y but missing Z.”, She is already exposed and that’s where disrespect may creep in, and eventually, the temptation to go outside the marriage to chase fantasies she’s still holding on to. 

c. Respect from another Males - As a man, your respect in the eyes of other men matters especially when it comes to your wife. No man can truly respect you if he has already seen your wife naked and slept with her before or after you married her. This is why, for many men, cheating is unforgivable. Some guys will deny it, but that’s just surface level talk. Deep down, this is how most men are wired. 

2. Submissiveness -

Respect and submissiveness go hand in hand. A woman who is submissive to her husband boosts chances of a stable long lasting marriage. Marry a woman who understands that her strength is in complementing her man’s roles, not competing. 

3. Productivity 

What does she bring to the table? And no, I’m not just talking about money. I mean: How does she contribute to the growth of the family ? If she’s a stay at home wife, is she organized, managing the home efficiently, sticking to a budget, avoiding wasteful spending ? If she works, do her earnings reflect in the household expenses? Is she contributing to the financial stability of the family, or just spending mostly on herself ?

Conclusion 

Young man, when you choose to marry, know that it’s not just about love or wanting to start a family. Marriage hands over control of your future economically, emotionally and spiritually to a woman. Don’t rush it. Take your time. Vet thoroughly.

VSP Rule: A Man’s Guide To Choosing A Life Partner With Valuable Wife Qualities

In Nigeria's political landscape, there are reports that President Bola Tinubu is reluctant to allow Senate President Godswill Akpabio to step aside for an unbiased investigation into allegations of misconduct and favoritism. Despite calls from northern senators, the President appears committed to retaining Akpabio in his position.

Meanwhile, North Central women have praised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her resilience against intimidation, including suspension, alleged assassination threats, and a robbery attempt. Akpoti-Uduaghan accuses Akpabio of displacing her from her committee chairmanship after she rejected his advances.

Sources close to the administration suggest that internal political maneuvers are happening, with some senators speculating about future leadership changes. Critics also point to past controversies involving Akpabio, which have tarnished the image of the 10th National Assembly. The political tensions continue to unfold amid public debates on leadership integrity and accountability.

Scandals: President Won’t Allow Akpabio To Step Aside, Say Senators

Senators Reveal President Bola Tinubu’s Resistance to Akpabio’s Removal Amid Rising Political Tensions

Embark on a memorable road trip from New York to Toronto with this comprehensive guide. Discover the best routes, travel times, and essential tips to make your journey smooth and enjoyable. Whether you're crossing for business, leisure, or adventure, explore scenic detours like Niagara Falls, Finger Lakes, and historic cities along the way.

Learn about border crossing requirements, travel documentation, and real-time wait tips to streamline your trip. Enjoy stunning views of lakes, hills, and vibrant city skylines as you drive between these two exciting destinations. With manageable distances and plenty of interesting stops, your road trip promises to be both convenient and unforgettable.

New York To Toronto Driving Guide: Distance, Routes & What To Expect

Ultimate Guide to Driving from New York to Toronto: Routes, Tips, and Scenic Stops

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has introduced an innovative and cost-effective solution to address the theft of metal manhole covers at BRT laybys across the city. By switching from metal to wood for flood drain covers, LAMATA aims to eliminate the incentive for theft, ensuring safer and more reliable drainage systems along busy bus corridors.

In a recent interview, Engr. Kemi Ochei from the Public Transport Roads department explained that this strategic shift not only curbs theft but also promotes sustainability and infrastructure security. This initiative is expected to benefit commuters and enhance the city's urban management efforts.

#LAMATA #KeepingLagosMoving #LASG

Lagos Goes Wood: Innovative Solution To Drain Manhole Cover Theft

Lagos Innovates with Wooden Drain Covers to Combat Theft

Scholars International Institute of Technology (SIIT) is redefining digital education for a global audience. Founded with a vision to make high-quality, industry-relevant skills accessible worldwide, SIIT bridges the gap between traditional learning and the digital economy.

With a diverse faculty of industry experts and global partners, SIIT offers flexible online diploma programs, professional certifications, corporate training, and comprehensive student support. Its innovative approach combines cutting-edge technology, such as AI and virtual reality, to provide immersive learning experiences.

Recognized internationally for its quality and impact, SIIT has graduated thousands across 30+ countries, fostering entrepreneurship and career growth. The institution continues to evolve, expanding its offerings and partnerships, committed to shaping a future where accessible, impactful education empowers learners worldwide.

Scholars International Institute Of Technology : A Journey Of Excellence

SIIT: Pioneering Global Excellence in Tech Education

Let's say a trade war breaks out between Nigeria and Ghana under an APC-led administration, would opposition parties like the LP or PDP side with Ghana simply because they oppose the APC? 

Recently, I came across numerous anti-American rants on TikTok—likely from liberals—cheering for China in the U.S.-China trade war. Many argued that U.S. manufacturing is beyond revival, that America is doomed to lose, and that China is decades ahead. The sheer volume of these posts was unsettling, making me wonder if TikTok functions as a Chinese propaganda tool. Why else would there be so much anti-American content dominating the platform?

Why Are So Many Americans  Anti America

Struggling with disagreements in your relationship? Discover what true compromise means and why it's essential for lasting love. This guide explores practical ways to find common ground with your partner, whether you're dating, engaged, or married. Learn how to navigate conflicts peacefully and build a healthier, more loving connection.

We'll share tips on when and how to compromise effectively, helping you strengthen your bond and foster mutual understanding. If you're seeking advice on nurturing a happy and resilient relationship, this content is here to guide you every step of the way.

What Is Compromise In A Relationship?

Mastering Compromise for a Stronger Relationship

Men cheat more… but women cheat BETTER! 🚨 Why do men always get caught, while women move like FBI agents? In this video, we’re breaking down the cold, hard truth about infidelity—why men are sloppy, why women are strategic, and the psychology behind it all. Stay till the end because you won’t believe what we uncover! 👀

Do YOU think women are better at cheating? Comment below!

Men Cheat More, But Women Cheat BETTER!

A disturbing case has emerged from Ondo State where a 13-year-old disabled girl, a chorister in Ogidi Local Government, was reportedly impregnated by a pastor. The Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun, has launched an investigation into the allegations.

The pastor, identified as Pastor James of Christ Apostolic Church in Modebiayo, Oke-Gburowo, Odigbo LGA, was reportedly detained and brought before the local traditional ruler, Oloja Moses Ogunmoyewa, for questioning. Family members claim the pastor forced the girl to terminate her first pregnancy without their knowledge.

The girl’s mother, Mrs. Victoria Bernard, expressed her distress and called on government authorities, organizations, and the public to intervene and ensure justice. Some church pastors have shown concern but have urged that the issue be resolved privately to protect the family’s privacy.

Pastor Allegedly Impregnates 13-year-old Disabled Chorister In Ondo

Ondo Pastor Allegedly Impregnates 13-Year-Old Disabled Girl, Family Calls for Justice

Olakunle Churchill, AlexReports Join Dignitaries at Obi Cubana's Star-studded 50th Birthday

Prominent Nigerians made the roll call of Obi Cubana's 50th birthday bash at the nation's capital, which has continued to spark discussion across the media platforms. 

Obi Cubana, a popular socialite whose name is Obinna Iyiegbu as an Anambra-born businessman who has massive investment in hospitality, fashion, beverages and other sectors. 

Known for pulling high quality guests at every event, he shot to limelight during the burial is his mother in Anambra where billionaires flexed their muscles with hard currencies. 

The birthday bash in Abuja which attracted heavy presence of political, religious and traditional leaders, business executives, also had in attendance billionaire businessman Olakunle Churchill and Abuja-based PR professional Alex Nwankwo popularly known as AlexReports. 

They extolled the celebrant for remaining a good example of hard work, dignity and good reputation especially among young business executives. 

They also prayed God to continue to endow the celebrant with good health and abundance.

How Churchill, Alexreports Joined Dignitaries At Obi Cubana's 50th Birthday

This story follows Ruby Diamond, a young woman who moves to Port Harcourt seeking a fresh start. Amidst the city's chaos and vibrant energy, she navigates her new life, finding solace in a quiet café and grappling with her past. Her journey introduces us to Chizoba Worlu, a charming yet mysterious man who enters her world with intrigue and hidden depths. Together, their encounters set the stage for a story of hope, self-discovery, and unexpected connections in the bustling heart of Nigeria.

Diamond Misery,

Diamond Misery: A New Beginning in Port Harcourt

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, delivered an impressive 4-0 victory over Algeria in the first leg of the final round of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The match took place in Ikenne, Ogun State, on Saturday.

Queen Joseph shined brightly, scoring two goals including an early strike just one minute into the game. Zainab Raji added to the lead with a goal in the 13th minute, while Joseph completed her brace before halftime. Aishat Animashaun sealed the win with a late goal in the 90th minute.

The second leg is scheduled for Friday, 25 April, in Blida, Algeria. The team that advances will secure a spot in the World Cup in Morocco, set to run from October 17 to November 8, featuring 24 teams. This match marks a significant step in Nigeria’s journey toward global youth football glory.

Nigeria Defeats Algeria 4-0 In U-17 Women's World Cup Qualifiers

Nigeria’s Flamingos Dominate Algeria 4-0 in U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers

Blessing Bature reports on how the creative economy can play a vital role in addressing climate challenges in Katsina State. At the Climate Action and Green Summit in Abuja, the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, highlighted innovative ways to combat desertification, water scarcity, and unpredictable rainfall.

She emphasized that creativity—through art, media, sustainable fashion, eco-tourism, and cultural heritage—can raise awareness, foster community engagement, and promote sustainable development. The Minister called for strong collaboration among government, private sector, NGOs, and local communities to harness the potential of the creative economy for climate solutions.

Katsina’s Governor, Dr. Dikko Umar Radda, also shared achievements and future plans under the Green Growth Agenda, including green jobs, tree planting, and climate-resilient agriculture. He stressed that collective action and investment in green skills are essential to building a sustainable and prosperous future for the state.

Creative Economy Key To Unlocking Katsina's Climate Resilience

Unlocking Katsina’s Climate Resilience Through the Power of Creativity

Chinese Seen Giving Policemen Money In Viral Video Denies Bribery Apologises To Nigerians

A Chinese national featured in a widely circulated video showing an interaction with Nigerian Mobile Police (MOPOL) officers in Kaduna has issued an official statement clarifying the incident and offering an apology for the misunderstanding it sparked online.

The video, which quickly went viral across social media platforms, appeared to show a group of Chinese delegates engaging with armed Nigerian police officers in what some viewers interpreted as an exchange involving money, prompting public concern and speculation about possible bribery or misconduct

In a statement signed by Mr. Jiang on Friday, one of the individuals seen in the video, the Chinese delegation strongly denied any wrongdoing, asserting that no money was offered or demanded inappropriately, and no bribe was given to the officers.

The statement said, “In light of the viral video circulating the social media and news, showing some of our delegates interacting with some Nigerian Mobile Police officers (MOPOL) in Kaduna. We ’d like to take a moment to address the issue amicably. The way and manner the video has been shared and interpreted has led to some serious misunderstandings. So, we want to be very clear:

No money was given to the officers on any demand or request, there was no bribe, no illegal exchange but on good faith appreciating their professionalism. What you see in the video was a friendly and open interaction — nothing was done in secret and nothing inappropriate happened.

“It’s a common Chinese tradition, where we come from, to show appreciation or kindness to people who are doing their jobs well — especially when they’ve been helpful or respectful. That was all what it was: a kind gesture, not a payoff or alleged bribe.

“We also want to say this very sincerely — we are sorry about how this played out,despite this experience, we remain committed to Nigeria.

Chinese Seen Giving Policemen Money In Viral Video Apologises Denies Bribe

In a heartfelt gesture this Easter, Senator Natasha H Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central distributed 600 bags of 50kg rice to her constituents. The initiative aims to ease the financial burden of food procurement during the festive season.

The distribution covered all 57 wards across the five local government areas, reaching religious groups, market women, vulnerable individuals, community forums, and party members. The event took place at the senator's residence in Okehi.

During the occasion, former House of Representatives member Hon. Abdulrahman Badamasiu encouraged residents to support and pray for Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan. Despite her suspension by the Senate, he affirmed her commitment to delivering development and support to the people. Previously, the senator distributed 2,400 bags of grains during Ramadan and organized training and empowerment programs for her constituents.

Easter: Senator Natasha Distributes 600 Bags Of Rice To Constituents

Senator Natasha Distributes 600 Bags of Rice to Support Constituents During Easter

🌍🇺🇸 "US and EU K!lled Gaddafi to K!ll Africa’s Economic Unity – Ex-U.S. Congressman Curt Weldon Exposes Western Plot Against Africa!"

In a stunning revelation, former U.S. Congressman Curt Weldon claims that the NAT0 and European powers orchestrated the downfall of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi — not for democracy, but to stop Africa from rising economically. 

"Gaddafi gave me his resignation letter. The US didn't want Gaddafi to resign, they wanted to k!ll him. They wanted control of his oil, and they wanted control of his sovereign wealth,"

According to Weldon, Gaddafi's push for a united Africa with its own currency posed a threat to Western control. 

Lesson: Obama is ev!l - a supposedly Kenyan brother

And  EU K!lled Gaddafi To K!ll Africa’s Economic Unity – Ex-u.s. Congressman

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting South Africa for the first time on April 24, in a bid to strengthen diplomatic ties with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The visit is expected to focus on discussions about potential peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, with South Africa's role as a mediator being considered.

Past efforts by African leaders to facilitate peace, along with South Africa's BRICS membership and close ties with Russia, position the country as a key player in the ongoing conflict. Experts suggest Ramaphosa might personally engage with President Putin to help broker dialogue. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues seeking international support, and local voices highlight South Africa's potential to assist through humanitarian efforts and diplomatic influence.

South Africa is also pushing for reforms in global governance, advocating for a more inclusive and effective United Nations. As Zelenskyy visits Pretoria, discussions are likely to touch on these broader issues of international cooperation and peacebuilding.

Zelenskyy Lands In South Africa For First Official Visit

Zelenskyy's First Official Visit to South Africa Sparks Talks on Ukraine Peace Efforts

The Federal Government has provided clarity on the six-lane Lagos-Badagry Expressway project and its connection to the proposed Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway.

Speaking in an interview with journalists on Thursday, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, explained that Nigeria’s section of the regional highway spans 79 kilometres, from Eric Moore in Lagos to the Seme Border.

She said that the Lagos-Badagry Expressway formed part of the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway.

She stated, “The existing project on Lagos-Badagry Expressway is a project of the Federal Government of Nigeria. For clarity purposes, that road is about 79km from Eric Moore.”

According to Kesha, the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway is 1,028km.

She said that the 46.2km section of the Nigerian side of the highway project – from Agbara to Seme – had been awarded to a contractor by the Federal Government.

She said that the Okokomaiko to Agbara section was being overseen by the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency.

She added that the Eric Moore to Igbo Elerin section, a 10km stretch, was being handled by the Lagos State Government.

Kesha noted that the original vision for the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway was a homogeneous 10-lane road with provisions for train and Bus Rapid Transit systems.

She added, “I wouldn’t know whether that is still subsisting because it looks like they are looking into that again and having to tell each member-country to do its own. 

“What we are doing now may still stay. It may just have an extension, because what we are doing now are three lanes with no service lanes.

“They may add to it, service lanes, and they may add provisions for light rail and BRT corridors so that natives of communities that this road traverses can have the opportunity to board and drop by, using the corridors provided for light rail and BRT.”

She added that light rail and BRT corridors could be incorporated to serve communities on the route.

She told newsmen that the right-of-way of the proposed highway was about 120 metres.

She said that the highway project was still in its design phase.

NAN reports that the design phase will be completed in May, after which the construction will begin.

NAN recalls that the Federal Ministry of Works had, in March, held a stakeholder engagement with the armed forces, police, paramilitary and border communities on the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway Development Project of the ECOWAS Commission, at Seme Border.

The engagement began at Agbara, where royal fathers, youths, community leaders and others engaged the ECOWAS Commission and Federal Ministry of Works officials.

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