David Okoye, Author at OHAFIATV

Jan

26

2024

Real Estate Expert Urges Tech Integration to Address Nigeria’s Construction Challenges

Business, EconomyBusiness, Economy, Next Level, Nigeria

The Nigerian federal government was recently recommended by Femi Akintunde, the Group Managing Director of real estate solution company Alpha Mead, to use the technical innovations of the fourth industrial revolution in order to tackle the nation's multifaceted difficulties. Akintunde underlined at a discussion at the University of Lagos that the government must use technology to combat economic challenges. Akintunde emphasised that collaborating with industry could be an efficient way to address Nigeria's economic problems. He emphasised the significance of preparedness, willingness, and dedication while expressing hope about improving the nation's economic prospects. In spite of obstacles including poor infrastructure…

Jan

26

2024

By David Okoye

NGO Raises Alarm Over Alarming Gender Disparity in Nigeria’s Education System

NewsPersonality

An NGO called Hub Initiative, which works on developing human capital in Nigeria and other African countries, has raised concerns about the growing gender gap in the nation's educational system. The organisation revealed during the World Education Day celebration in Abuja that there is a serious dilemma as girls' out-of-school rates are an astounding 60% higher than boys'. Executive Director Oyeyemi Pitan voiced grave worry, drawing attention to the regrettable fact that Nigeria has the largest percentage of children who are not in school worldwide. Pitan stressed that this circumstance signifies unfulfilled potential, abandoned aspirations, and an uncertain future for…

Jan

26

2024

By David Okoye

Governor Bello Urges New Ohinoyi to Foster Unity and Development in Ebiraland

NewsKogi State

For the advancement of the Ebira Kingdom and Kogi as a whole, Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has urged Ahmed Anaje, the recently appointed Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, to place a high priority on harmony and peaceful coexistence. Bello highlighted this when he gave the king the staff of office during the vibrant coronation ceremony at the Ohinoyi Central Palace in Okene. After Ado Ibrahim passed away on October 29, 2023, at the age of 94, Mr. Anaje was appointed. Governor Bello pledged to uphold Kogi's traditional institutions in order to promote harmony and peaceful cohabitation among locals. During the…

Jan

26

2024

By David Okoye

Garba Shehu Urges Nigerians to Moderate Expectations of Political Leaders

Opinion, PoliticsNigeria, Politics

Garba Shehu, a former presidential assistant, counselled Nigerians to temper their expectations for political leaders' performance, particularly that of President Bola Tinubu. Shehu brought up President Muhammadu Buhari's "crisis of expectations" while speaking at the 21st Daily Trust Annual Dialogue in Abuja. Shehu emphasised that it is unreasonable to expect politicians to satiate every request and he asked Nigerians to reconsider their expectations. He cited the significant reduction in journey time for travellers from three days to six hours for the Eastern Region as evidence of the transformative impact on infrastructure, drawing on the Buhari era. The former media aide…

Jan

26

2024

By David Okoye

Abuja Explosion Caused by Overheated Waste Bin, Two Injured

NewsNigeria

An explosion occurred in Maitama, Abuja, causing injuries to two refuse evacuators. The FCT Police Command clarified that the blast, initially thought to be a bomb-related incident, was the result of an overheated metal refuse bin. The incident took place near a refuse dump outside the Bureau of Public Enterprise premises on January 24, 2024, around 11:45 am. Upon receiving reports, a rapid response team and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit were dispatched to assess the situation. Preliminary findings suggest that the explosion was triggered by an overheated metal refuse container reacting to intense heat. The blast caused injuries to…