The nation’s health sector is still struggling 53 years after independence; this is the verdict of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) as the body reappraised the progress made so far in the sector. Dr. Osahon Enabulele, NMA President lamented the neglect of the sector over the years, saying rather than improving the sector, the political class at all levels prefer to travel abroad for medical attention. He therefore, called on leadership at the federal. State and local governments to deploy the much neddde political will to improve health sector for the benefit of the people. Mr. Ebabulule stated “As Nigeria…
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President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday marked this year’s independence anniversary in a low-key at the State House, Abuja. He was joined in the celebration by former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, former Head of Interim Government, Earnest Shonekan and former Chief of General Staff, Oladipo Diya. Also with the President to witness the traditional Change of Guard were Vice President Namadi Sambo, Senate President David Mark and Speaker Aminu Tambuwal among other top government functionaries. The Guards Brigade headed by Brig Gen Emmanuel Atewe, is responsible for the protection of the President, Vice President and their spouses, all those who…
President Goodluck Jonathan flanked by Vice President Namadi Sambo; former Head of State, Gen Yakubu Gowon; Senate President David Mark and former Head of Interim Government, Earnest Shonekan and Service Chiefs, cutting the 53rd independence anniversary cake at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday.Pix by: SH
It is with deep sense of pain, bleeding heart and concern for the innocent lives that are being lost daily in our beloved country, that seems to be manifesting symptoms of a potentially failed state, that we in the Anti-corruption Network have decided to address Nigerians today to mark the 53rd Anniversary of our country, as indeed it will be callous and insensitive of us to use the word celebration as there is nothing to celebrate as of today. Our founding fathers at independence in 1960, with all enthusiasm and determination, worked and hoped for a great Nigeria nation that…
President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has for the umpteenth time urged Nigerians to strive to do only those things that can unite the country even as he craves for an egalitarian nation of equal opportunities where no man is denied or oppressed. Speaking at the 53rd independence church service at the St. Mulumba Catholic Chaplaincy, Apo , Abuja today, Senator Mark reflected on the journey so far and harped on the need for love and peaceful co-existence among Nigerians. “We also ask God to give us a glorious future, a nation where no one is oppressed. Where those…
United States has deplored the killing of over 50 innocent students last Saturday night in Yobe state, calling on Nigerian government to ensure that the culprits of the dastardly act are brought to book. The spokesperson for the State Department, Jen Psaki in a statement said the frequent attacks have no place in a democratic society. The US therefore, assured the federal government of close partnership in fighting the terrorists. “As Nigeria prepares to celebrate its 53rd year of independence, the United States stands with all Nigerians to reject the heinous violence that continues to be perpetrated by Boko…
FELLOW NIGERIANS, Today marks 53 years of our Independence as a nation. First and foremost, I would like to say congratulations to us all. Through thick and thin, we have built this country together. Through triumphs and trials, we have developed a Nigerian identity in our own way. In truth, Nigeria is still a work in progress and we are challenged everyday to keep building in spite of the various obstacles that we face. Our strength has been in our diversity. If we look back over the years, we can say confidently that there is every reason to celebrate.…
By: Sunday Oyewole President Goodluck Jonathan has finally succumbed to pressure from well meaning Nigerians on the need for a national conference. In his speech marking the nation’s 53rd Independence anniversary on Tuesday, the President said he was conscious of the clamour for a national dialogue and that he was never opposed to it. Consequently, he announced federal government’s decision to set up an advisory council headed by Femi Okunrunmu to work out the modalities for holding a national dialogue. The nomenclature of the national dialogue, he said will be determined after the committee must have turned in its report.…
Alder Consulting, the Creative Intelligence Company is set to introduce another landmark report – the Alder Social Media Report (ASMR). The Alder Social Media Report (ASMR) is a presentation of Nigeria’s most impactful and innovative social media brands (corporate, government, institutional and personal). The comprehensive report will feature articles and analyses from local and international contributors. The polls have commenced and the final report is due in December, 2013. This is a call for the public to participate in the polls. This is not the first time Alder Consulting is launching a significant report. In 2001, Alder introduced the first…
In line with the directives of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) is set to commence Cashless Policy charges on cash withdrawal and deposit transactions in the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja), Abia, Anambra, Kano, Ogun and Rivers States effective Tuesday, 1st of October, 2013. According to the bank, “the cashless policy aims at reducing the amount of physical cash circulating in the economy and encouraging more electronic-based solutions for payments for goods and services, transfers, etc. “The Policy will drive the development and modernization of our payments system within the FCT and selected States as all individuals and…