Day: May 29, 2025

Akpabio Reiterates Support For Greater Female Representation In Governance

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The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has emphasized the importance of women’s representation and their crucial role in the development of the nation, stating that a lack of female participation in politics is a missed opportunity for progress. The Senate President also acknowledged the crucial role women play in leadership and governance, describing them as “better managers” and strong decision-makers. Akpabio made the remarks during an advocacy visit to his office by a group of women activists under the aegis of “Reserved seats for women bill” led by Osasu…

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ESTABLISHING ACCOUNTABILITY IN LEADERSHIP: WHY DR. FATIMA J. ABDULDAYAN IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR NATIONAL TREASURER OF THE NIGERIAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION

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  As the Nigerian Library Association (NLA) prepares to map the next phase of its institutional journey, there comes a thoughtful responsibility upon members to determine who is best suited to steward the Association’s resources and represent the values we collectively uphold: transparency, professionalism, and service. In this moment of reflection and transition, one name stands out, not only by qualification, but by virtue of a career distinguished by commitment, leadership, and exemplary service: Dr. Fatima J. Abduldayan. Her candidacy for the office of National Treasurer of the Nigerian Library…

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Is Fundraising Expertise Stupid: A New Approach to VC Selection in Nigerian Universities

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By: Barr Alex Ehi Aidaghese Who are the individuals appointed to head and manage our universities in Nigeria? It is a crucial consideration, given the appalling financial state of most of our public universities in recent times. Effective leadership in this context requires a combination of business acumen, honesty, and a basic understanding of fundraising and revenue generation. The selection process should be based on merit, rather than familiarity or allegiance to the appointing Governor, Minister, or being a son of the soil. In Nigeria, it is not uncommon to…

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NUJ @ 70: Akpabio To Attend Anniversary, Tasks Leaders On Innovation And Orientation Of Journalists

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The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to embrace innovation and undertake the reorientation of its members to ensure that journalism promotes unity, ethical standards, and combats insecurity, especially in the era of social media. Senator Akpabio made these remarks on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the NUJ delegation, led by its President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, alongside other National Executives. Emphasizing ethical and responsible Journalism, Senator Akpabio stressed the importance of accurate, balanced, and fair reporting. He expressed concern…

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