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Africa’s most decorated historian, Prof Toyin Falola, on Thursday, condemned Nigeria’s persistent governance issues, stressing that poor leadership, corruption, and over-reliance on oil have severely hindered the country’s development and growth. Speaking at the fourth convocation lecture of Koladaisi University in Ibadan, Prof Falola highlighted the urgent need for substantial reforms if Nigeria is to
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Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has attributed the mass exodus of Nigerians to foreign countries to frustration and unemployment. The former president expressed worries that Nigeria is losing a lot of money due to youths leaving the country for greener pastures in other countries. He said, “I’m worried, particularly with the youth. I have
Japa: Youths trooping out of Nigeria due to frustration, unemployment – Obasanjo
Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has attributed the mass exodus of Nigerians to foreign countries to frustration and unemployment.
The former president expressed worries that Nigeria is losing a lot of money due to youths leaving the country for greener pastures in other countries.
He said, “I’m worried, particularly with the youth. I have said it before and I’ll say it again, we are all sitting on a keg of gunpowder if we ignore our youths.
“They are frustrated, they are hungry, they are unemployed, and they are angry.
“Now part of the lecture we had is the amount of money we are losing by the Nigerian youths that ‘japa’. I’m worried about that.”
Japa: Youths trooping out of Nigeria due to frustration, unemployment – Obasanjo
In Nigeria, there is a troubling trend of abandonment of loved ones remains in morgues, driven by the rising costs and societal expectations surrounding extravagant funerals. This phenomenon has led to overcrowded mortuaries, as families often prioritise lavish send-offs over proper burials. With some corpses languishing for years, the consequences of this dilemma are stark,
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In Nigeria, there is a troubling trend of abandonment of loved ones remains in morgues, driven by the rising costs and societal expectations surrounding extravagant funerals. This phenomenon has led to overcrowded mortuaries, as families often prioritise lavish send-offs over proper burials. With some corpses languishing for years, the consequences of this dilemma are stark,
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has mourned the untimely death of Ogene musician, Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah, ordering a thorough investigation into the sad development. The youthful musician was reportedly shot by a police officer on his departure from the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad after what the police described as a “friendly
Gov Mbah mourns Ogene musician, Igbo Jah, orders full investigation
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has mourned the untimely death of Ogene musician, Chikezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo-Jah, ordering a thorough investigation into the sad development.
The youthful musician was reportedly shot by a police officer on his departure from the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad after what the police described as a “friendly visit”.
Reacting to the development on Saturday, Mbah took to his social media handles to condole with the deceased’s family, stressing that he had ordered a full investigation into the matter.
“I received with a deep sense of grief the untimely death of Okezie Mba, popularly known as Igbo Jah, under a very sad circumstance. It is a huge loss for us as Ndigbo in general and Ndi Enugu in particular.
“He was one of the Enugu and Igbo talents, who continued to popularise the Igbo culture through their ogene music.
“I have been briefed by the police and I have equally ordered a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure justice for him, his family, and fans around the world.
“On behalf of Ndi Enugu, I also send my heartfelt condolences to his family and fans. May God grant his soul eternal repose,” the governor wrote.
Gov Mbah mourns Ogene musician, Igbo Jah, orders full investigation
