May 2025 – Page 25 – Rise Africa

Literary Icon Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong’o Dies At 87

29.05.2025

Renown Kenyan author and literary icon, Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong’o has passed on at 87, a family source has announced. Wanjiku Wa Ngugi, daughter of the demised writer, revealed the development in a Facebook post on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. She said; “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dad,...

NEF Marks Decade Of Advancing Climate Action, Energy Transition

29.05.2025

As the world grapples with escalating climate crises, energy poverty, and the push for sustainable development, the Nigeria Energy Forum (NEF) has emerged as a pivotal force in Africa’s clean energy transition. Now marking its 10th anniversary, NEF has catalyzed multi-million-dollar investments, shaped policy discourse, and empowered a new generation of energy professionals, establishing itself...

Lawmaker Hails Gov Bago’s Vision, Courage

29.05.2025

Deputy Chairman, House of Representatives’ Committee on Finance, Saidu Abdullahi (SMA) has commended the Niger State Governor, Umar Bago (Turakin Nupe) for his visionary, courageous and focused-based governance. Abdullahi, who represents, Bida/Gbako/Katcha Federal Constituency of Niger State stated this in Abuja while assessing the performance of the governor at a media briefing on Wednesday. He...

Immigration Arrests 127 Foreign Nat’ls For Cybercrime, Irregular Migration In Kano

29.05.2025

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has arrested 127 foreign nationals in Hotoro Ring Road area of Nasarawa local government, kano state for their involvement in different cybercrimes and irregular migration. According to the kano state Comptroller of Immigration, Kabir Danja, they were arrested during an operation, which was based on credible intelligence, targeting a hideout...

Monarch Hails Kwara Gov For Outstanding Service

29.05.2025

The Onidera of Idera in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Oba James Oladipo Buremoh, has felicitated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on the occasion of the 6th Anniversary of his administration, describing it as six years of outstanding service and unparalleled accomplishments. The Monarch lauded the Governor for the numerous achievements of his administration in...

FG Calls For Stakeholders’ Collaboration To Achieve Period-Friendly Nigeria

29.05.2025

As Nigeria joins the global community to commemorate World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the Federal Government has emphasized the need for stakeholders’ collaboration to achieve a period-friendly society. The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, made this known in her address to commemorate the World Menstrual Hygiene Day in Abuja. The government acknowledged that menstrual hygiene...

MTN Launches Massive CAPEX Drive To Improve Service In Lagos, Abuja, Others

28.05.2025

MTN Nigeria has announced a massive capital expenditure (CAPEX) drive for 2025, nearly doubling its investment to almost N900 billion, as it seeks to significantly enhance network service quality in major cities like Lagos and Abuja and extend improvements to other areas. This financial commitment, up from a combined total of approximately 440 billion Naira...

Reps To Probe Alleged Diversion Of Student Loans

28.05.2025

The House of Representatives Wednesday, resolved to investigate the alleged unethical practices in the disbursement of student loans under Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and ensure compliance with the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act, 2024. The House also urged NELFUND to implement advanced IT solutions to enhance verification and streamline processes within the...

Akpoti-Uduaghan Remains Fully Committed To Due Process

28.05.2025

The legal team of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged law enforcement and prosecutorial bodies to uphold fairness, the rule of law and impartial justice in all matters involving the Kogi Central representative. The team emphasised that justice must be impartial, noting that “the ongoing refusal to investigate Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s petitions- many of which implicate key...

Anyanwu Insists On PDP Secretary Role, Demands Apology

28.05.2025

The embattled National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has vowed to remain in office, insisting that he is on the side of the law. Speaking during a media interaction on Wednesday, Anyanwu also demanded an apology from the party for the “psychological trauma” he has suffered due to what he...