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“My People First” Foundation has launched a comprehensive humanitarian and empowerment initiative across Kogi Central, targeting over 2,500 beneficiaries through skill acquisition, medical assistance and social support programmes. The Foundation revealed that more than 2,500 candidates have registered for its skills acquisition program designed to reduce unemployment and promote self-sufficiency among residents. According to the organisers, participants will receive training …

If you feel like your vehicle’s headlights have been too bright lately and are blinding you on the road, Transport Canada wants to hear from you. The federal agency is conducting a survey of headlights that have gotten brighter over the years, and some experts say they are a safety issue. Bright LED lights on the road are a common …

Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. The ADC faction warned that INEC’s actions could prevent the party from fielding candidates A faction in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised fresh concerns over the direction of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warning that the decision could effectively rule the party out of the upcoming …

US President Donald Trump on Monday expanded his threat against Iran to include all power plants and bridges as an ultimatum to bring a deal closer, after Tehran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wanted a permanent end to the war. “The whole country can be destroyed in one night, and that night could be tomorrow night,” Trump …

From Maryam Ogunremi If I were you right now, I would wonder why this writer is so confused. The confusion likely comes from the title. How can you say that life is mine, but not totally mine? So who do I share my life with? Who owns the totality of life? Well, let me start with this last question. Nobody …

Several members of Alberta’s First Nations are expected to challenge a proposed referendum calling for the province’s independence in court. They want Alberta’s separatist petition declared null and void and the process deemed unconstitutional. “This is an unconstitutional question that will impact our Treaty relationships, so we have to take a stand,” said Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation Chief Sheldon Sunshine. …

Entering their meeting with the Seattle Kraken, the Winnipeg Jets’ power play has not been up to par. You wouldn’t have known it Monday night when the Jets capitalized on all three of their power-play opportunities in a 6-2 win that kept their slim playoff hopes alive. The Jets were just 6-for-52 with the man advantage since the Olympic break …

The President of Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi Terver Ikya has extended warm Easter greetings to the management, players and all Christians in Benue State and beyond, charging them with peace and unity Ikya in a statement issued by the Director of Media and Communications, Emmanuel Uja, underlined the significance of Easter, drawing parallels between the triumph of sacrifice …

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UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Denise Brown has returned to the city with her core team, marking a new commitment to reach those in need. This comes as more than 1.6 million people have recently returned to the capital, despite the threat of infrastructure damage and explosive remnants of war. UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric told journalists at a press conference …