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The chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has urged Nigerians travelling abroad to go legitimately, and with proper documentation to avoid unpleasant consequences. Dabiri-Erewa stated this when she visited some Nigerians in one of the shelters in Brampton, Canada. A statement signed by director, Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM, Abdur-Rahman…
By Damilola Adeleke Long-distance relationships present a unique set of challenges, but with commitment, communication, and creativity, couples can build and maintain a strong connection across miles. 1. Open and Honest Communication: Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship, and it’s even more crucial in a long-distance scenario. Regularly share your thoughts, feelings,…
One of the plans of Nigerians to get a better life for themselves and their families is to relocate abroad to countries like Canada and others in search of greener pastures which is popularly known as ‘japa’. Without mincing words, Nigerians now see relocating abroad as one of the priorities that require adequate planning and…
Financial issues are one of the leading causes of conflict in relationships, and can often lead to feelings of resentment, anger, and frustration. But there are ways to handle finances and financial issues in a way that can strengthen your relationship. By being open and honest about your financial situation, working together to create a…
Israeli ground troops encircled Gaza City on Friday in their war against Hamas, as top US diplomat Antony Blinken arrived in Israel for a trip focused on “concrete steps” to minimise Palestinian civilian casualties. Ahead of Blinken’s arrival, Israel’s military said on Thursday it had “completed the encirclement” of the narrow Palestinian territory’s largest city…
“Boundaries are the fences that keep you safe. They define where you end and others begin,” – Andrea Brandt, Psychologist.In a love relationship, it is important to have clear boundaries. These boundaries are not walls or barriers that keep you from your partner, but rather, they are guidelines that help to define and protect the…
Love is a wondrous and sometimes mysterious thing. It’s a feeling that defies definition, a force that can’t be easily explained. But sometimes, we can get a glimpse of the piquing love bond between two lovebirds. It’s like watching a blooming flower, full of tenderness and beauty. It’s a connection that is both simple and…
By Earnest Abimbola Blessing Sometimes it’s better to move on, than to hold on to a person who doesn’t understand who you truly are. Unfortunately there will be times where your absence will teach you what your presence cannot. You need to stop breaking your own heart in trying to make a relationship work that…
ILE-IFE – The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has challenged academia in Nigerian Universities to dissipate energy on proper documentation of the history of Yoruba race rather than relying on jaundiced history. He said proper documentation will not only foster unity but reveal the ties that exists across ethnic group, saying evidence showed that…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State has reacted angrily to a publication being circulated on social media alleging Governor Umo Eno, and the party, had a session of secret celebrations over President Bola Tinubu’s certificate issues at the University of Chicago, United States, in the ongoing Presidential election case with former Vice…
A federal court in Manhattan, in the United States will start hearing the case against the former cryptocurrency guru, Sam Bankman-Fried, with jury selection beginning on Tuesday. Bankman-Fried, who founded cryptocurrency exchange FTX and associated hedge fund Alameda Research, is facing trial on finance crimes stemming from the shocking collapse of FTX. The Guardian UK…
To mitigate the sufferings of Nigerians, President Bola Tinubu has been urged to come up with doable economic team and policies that would discourage the monopoly of the nation’s economy. Speaking on the nation’s 63rd Independent, business Mugul and a Fellow of the Nigeria Institute of Architects, Rev. Benson Ezem, stressed in a chat with…
A nongovernmental organization, Northern Media Forum, has congratulated the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, acknowledging the inflow of well-wishes since his appointment. The chairman, of Northern Media Forum, Dan Agbese, who stated this in a statement yesterday in Abuja, expressed pride that a member had been entrusted by President Bola…
Before the attainment of political independence by some African countries, we saw a continent richly blesses and consequently with a bumper harvest annually. But what happened immediately after the independence of most African countries can better be told by historians. The continent finds herself subsumed in the world of politics of hunger. Those who were…
As Thursday dawns, our attention turns to two fundamental components that nurture the development of profound relationships: empathy and comprehension. Envision a world in which individuals step into one another’s shoes, gaining insight into diverse perspectives. It’s a world characterized by compassion, where judgments yield to comprehension, and conflicts give way to resolutions. This world…
Patience is a vital power that can make or break a relationship. Without it, even the strongest of connections can crumble under the weight of impatience and frustration. When we’re patient, we can weather the ups and downs of life together, understanding that challenges are temporary and that our love is worth the wait. Patience…
In a world wavering on the verge of environmental catastrophe, one question lingers in the collective consciousness: Who killed the world? As we navigate the complexities of our troubled times, it becomes evident that two interconnected forces have played a climactic role in the destruction of our planet – human greed and rampant consumerism. Part…
