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Nigeria Democratic Congress invites members of other parties, aims for 2027 election victory
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC has announced it is welcoming members from other political parties across the nation, expressing confidence in winning Nigeria's 2027 general elections. Speaking in Owerri, Imo State, the party's National Vice Chairman, South East, Chief Teddy Obey, characterized the NDC as a "clean, uncompromised platform" for Nigerians seeking an alternative to "recycled promises." Obey highlighted the NDC's status as Nigeria's newest political party and its lack of ongoing litigation as key advantages. He noted that other parties are involved in legal disputes, while the NDC is focused on building its structure. Obey was in Imo State to address grievances and prevent any suspicion of compromise, aiming to demonstrate the party's distinct approach. He also announced interim appointments for the party in Imo State, including Reginald Uwakwe as Interim State Chairman and Fabian Onyekwulisi as Chairman of both the Contact and Mobilisation Committee and the Candidate Selection Processes Committee.
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The National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA plans to promote and support the integration of technology solutions developed by National Youth Service Corps NYSC members into Ministries, Departments, and Agencies MDAs. This initiative aims to foster innovation and create employment opportunities. NITDA's Director-General, Kashifu Abdullahi, announced this at the inauguration of the agency's Innovation Space and the showcase of solutions from its Idea2Impact programme in Abuja. Abdullahi stated that NITDA would begin using one of these solutions internally and would encourage corps members to establish companies and market their products to other MDAs. The event featured live demonstrations of two functional solutions developed by Challenge 1.0 teams, marking a step in NITDA's efforts to build an innovation ecosystem and bring ideas to market. Abdullahi highlighted that the initiative equips young Nigerians, especially corps members, with practical skills to address real-world problems, noting that millions enter the labor market annually. He emphasized the need for young people to create visibility for career progression. Some corps members have already developed internal AI tools for NITDA. The agency receives about 700 corps members yearly, nearly double its workforce, and uses this opportunity for training, promoting lifelong learning, and supporting them in developing viable products or securing employment. The new Innovation Space will serve as a hub for c
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has waived all Certificate of Occupancy fees for the Abuja campus of the Nigerian Law School in Bwari and declared an emergency regarding staff housing and infrastructure at the institution. This announcement was made during a meeting with the school's management in Abuja, where the Director-General, Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote, raised concerns. Minister Wike expressed surprise that the school had operated without formal land documentation since relocating to Bwari in 1997. He directed the Director of Lands to waive all processing fees and ensure the Certificate of Occupancy is delivered within one week. Beyond documentation, Wike outlined measures to address infrastructure deficits and overcrowding, including the completion of 10 staff housing units for commissioning as part of President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary activities, with an additional 10 units planned. Work is also ongoing on two new hostels, one for male and one for female students, to alleviate congestion. The minister also approved funding for a new auditorium. These interventions align with the Tinubu administration's agenda to strengthen legal education and the judiciary. Odusote commended the minister for his efforts and highlighted the school's challenges, including deteriorating facilities. The Abuja campus serves as the headquarters for the mandatory vocational training for law graduates.
Must ReadRivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office, citing the need for him to continue his vision for the country's development. Speaking at a meeting of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council in Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara described President Tinubu as a dedicated and patriotic leader, highlighting the administration's achievements over the past three years, including economic transformation and infrastructural projects like the coastal road. He emphasized that with President Tinubu, the nation is in safe hands and more would be achieved under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Governor Fubara also stressed the importance of Southern cooperation and solidarity to promote collective interests and collaborate with the Federal Government. He acknowledged the strategic role of traditional rulers as a link between the people and the government, urging them to foster peace, security, and progress in Southern Nigeria and the country. The meeting, attended by traditional rulers from the South-South, South-East, and South-West zones, aimed to discuss the role of traditional institutions in promoting unity and development.
Spain's Lamine Yamal has sustained a hamstring injury in his left leg, Barcelona announced. The club confirmed that the first-team player will undergo conservative treatment and miss the remainder of the season, but is anticipated to be available for the World Cup, scheduled from June 11 to July 19 this year. Yamal picked up the injury during Barcelona's 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo in La Liga on Wednesday, where he scored a penalty. The teenage Spain star, who has scored six goals in 25 appearances for the national side since his 2023 debut, expressed his disappointment on social media, stating, "This isn’t the end, it’s just a break. I’ll come back stronger, with even more determination than ever, and next season will be better." Barcelona coach Hansi Flick acknowledged the unfortunate timing of the injury. Spain is set to begin their World Cup campaign in Group H against Cape Verde on June 15, followed by matches against Saudi Arabia on June 21 and Uruguay six days later. Yamal, the club's leading scorer with 24 goals this season, was an integral part of Spain's Euro 2024 winning side and had recently spoken of his dream to play in the World Cup. He joins other key Spain internationals like Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Mikel Merino, and Nico Williams who are either sidelined or recovering from injuries. There is a possibility that the 18-year-old could be rested at the start of the tournament to avoid aggravating his injury.