Archives Tag: do you know
Do You Know Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi?
April 19, 2022
The first naval officer to become Chief of Defence Staff from 1999-2003 and first Naval Officer to reach four-star general in the Nigeria military during the civilian administration of Nigeria. Background Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi CFR FSS was born on the 14th of November 1948. He had his early education in St John’s College, Kaduna … Continue reading Do You Know Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi?
By jeremiah
Do You Know The Nigerians On The 2020 Forbes List?
April 19, 2022
Recently, Forbes released its annual exclusive billionaires ranking with only 4 Nigerians – Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Abdul Samad Rabiu and Folorunsho Alakija – making the highly coveted list. Amongst the four, Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group retained his spot as the World’s richest black person with a fortune of USD10.1 billion. Mike Adenuga, … Continue reading Do You Know The Nigerians On The 2020 Forbes List?
By jeremiah
Helpful Little Articles: 10 Affordable Private Hospitals in Port Harcourt
April 19, 2022
If you live in Port Harcourt or are visiting the city anytime soon, you might want to know where to get medical attention in case of any emergencies. In continuing with our series, we will be giving ten affordable private hospitals in the Port Harcourt area and its suburbs. 1. First Rivers Hospital This is … Continue reading Helpful Little Articles: 10 Affordable Private Hospitals in Port Harcourt
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Do You Know The Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and their Port Folios
April 19, 2022
The appointment of ministers of the federal republic of Nigeria is something a lot of Nigerians looks forward to, given that the individuals proffer a sneak preview into what the possible outcomes of the different sectors of the Nation will become. Though there is no fixed formula for producing the nomination and appointment of Ministers, … Continue reading Do You Know The Ministers of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and their Port Folios
By jeremiah
Do You Know the Statutory Functions and Responsibilities of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC)?
April 19, 2022
It is almost too certain that no Nigerian motorist or possessor of a vehicle is void of the knowledge of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) or ‘Road Safety’- as the officials are popularly referred to. The Federal Road Safety Commission is the Government Agency with statutory responsibilities for road safety administration in Nigeria. Founded … Continue reading Do You Know the Statutory Functions and Responsibilities of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC)?
By jeremiah
Did You Know? Discover Nigeria
Do You Know the Oldest International Airport in Nigeria?
April 19, 2022
Aeroplanes! Flights! Airports! Fascinations of so many children. Nigeria has quite a few very popular international airports, most prominently; the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport. But before these two ever boarded an international flight or received a foreign flight on their tarmacs, there had been an already existing International … Continue reading Do You Know the Oldest International Airport in Nigeria?
By jeremiah
Did You Know? Discover Nigeria
Do You Know Nigeria’s First Senior Advocate, Chief F.R.A Williams?
April 19, 2022
In the field of law, being conferred the title, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) is as best as it can get. The title Senior Advocate of Nigeria is a title that may be conferred on legal practitioners in Nigeria of not less than ten years’ standing and who have distinguished themselves in the legal profession. … Continue reading Do You Know Nigeria’s First Senior Advocate, Chief F.R.A Williams?
By jeremiah
Do You Know? Late Stephen Keshi Is The Only Nigerian To Win The AFCON As Player & Coach
April 19, 2022
Late Stephen Okechukwu Keshi is mostly remembered for his exploits as a coach especially with the Nigerian national team but he was equally outstanding during his playing days. Playing Career The former Togolese, Malian, and Nigerian national teams’ coach who died at the age of 54 on June 7 2016, started his professional football career … Continue reading Do You Know? Late Stephen Keshi Is The Only Nigerian To Win The AFCON As Player & Coach
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Do You Know The First Public University in Nigeria?
April 19, 2022
Nigeria is a hub for academics; both in terms of institutions and human resources. This is evidenced by the millions of Nigerians, performing on astonishing and outstanding levels both locally and globally. In recent times, University education in Nigeria has been fast evolving at the speed of light; with the advent and establishment of so … Continue reading Do You Know The First Public University in Nigeria?
By jeremiah
Do You Know: The First African To Score In An UEFA Women’s Champions League Final Game
April 19, 2022
Female Nigerian athletes have in recent years been the flame that have brought Nigeria’s sports sector before the eyes of the globe via their numerous accomplishments. In January 2018, four women, Seun Adigun, Ngozi Onwumere, Akuoma Omeoga and Simi Adeagbo became Nigeria’s first ever representatives at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Simi Adeagbo … Continue reading Do You Know: The First African To Score In An UEFA Women’s Champions League Final Game
By achem
Do You Know: Nigeria’s Most Challenging World Cup Groups
April 19, 2022
Since Nigeria’s premiere at the FIFA World Cup in 1994, the Super Eagles have qualified for every edition of the global competition, except the 2006 World Cup held in Germany. Super Eagles teams have come and gone over the years, but Nigeria’s best performance at the World Cup still remains the country’s debut to the … Continue reading Do You Know: Nigeria’s Most Challenging World Cup Groups
By achem
Did You Know: The State in Nigeria with the Highest Number of Local Government Areas
April 19, 2022
Kano state, created on the 27th of May 1967, is the Nigerian state with the highest number of local government areas. Kano state is located in the North Western region of Nigeria and has a reputation as a huge commercial and agricultural hub in Nigeria; especially with its historical place in groundnut production for Nigeria; … Continue reading Did You Know: The State in Nigeria with the Highest Number of Local Government Areas
By jeremiah
Did You Know: Nigeria’s Warmest City?
April 19, 2022
Nigeria has Thirty Six states and the Federal Capital Territory. Amazingly, each of these states have different atmospheric conditions and weather/climatic conditions. While it is known that the Jos Plateau is probably the coldest part of Nigeria, it is quite not so known where the hottest climatic condition is found in Nigeria. Without a doubt, … Continue reading Did You Know: Nigeria’s Warmest City?
By jeremiah
Did You Know? The First Nigerian Woman to Become a Vice-Chancellor of a Nigeria University?
April 19, 2022
Born 16th December 1932, in Warri, in the present Delta State of Nigeria, Grace Alele-Williams made history as the first Nigerian woman to become the head of a Nigerian University, namely; the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin. Grace is an embodiment of Grace; haven risen through the ranks from a secondary school Maths … Continue reading Did You Know? The First Nigerian Woman to Become a Vice-Chancellor of a Nigeria University?
By jeremiah
Do You Know When The Nigerian Flag Was Designed?
April 19, 2022
The national flag is one of the symbols that represent a country, anywhere in the world. For our dear country, Nigeria, it is a vertical bicolour, triband of green, white and green. Prequel to the amalgamation of Nigeria, there were various flags in use. These flags represented the various protectorates there were at that time. … Continue reading Do You Know When The Nigerian Flag Was Designed?
