Nigeria witnessed a remarkable display of generosity, influence, and historical reflection as retired military leaders, business moguls, and political dignitaries gathered in Abuja for the public presentation of former Head of State General Yakubu Gowon’s autobiography, My Life of Duty and Allegiance. What stunned many observers, however, was not only the significance of the book…

The official anthem of Benue State was unveiled in 2025. The lyrics: Benue State Anthem Lyrics Oh Benue our home and prideOur cherished mother landHolding the Nation’s middle firmBuilding a haven clan Refrain:We are Benue, Great BenueThe food basket of the nationFrom strength to strengthWe grow each dayGod bless Benue In unity we face each…

Nigeria’s Igbo-speaking populations extend far beyond the contemporary political boundaries of the five South-Eastern states. Historical migrations, pre-colonial settlement patterns, colonial boundary-making, and post-colonial state creation all contributed to the presence of indigenous Igbo communities in several other Nigerian states. This list documents Igbo-speaking or Igbo-origin communities that are indigenous to states outside the South…

The Etulo people are richly blessed with numerous lakes, streams, rivers, and ponds spread across their ancestral homeland in present-day Katsina-Ala and Buruku Local Government Areas. List of Etulo Water Bodies Etulo Lakes Etulo Streams Etulo Ponds

Etulo people have ancestral roots across both Katsina-Ala and Buruku Local Government Areas. They occupied these lands for generations, building thriving communities, preserving unique traditions, and maintaining a profound spiritual relationship with nature—especially water. Among the many remarkable features of Etulo heritage is their extraordinary abundance of natural water resources. The Etulo landscape is richly…

The Etulo people are a minority ethnic group in central Nigeria, primarily found in Benue State, especially around Buruku and Katsina-Ala areas. Smaller Etulo communities are also located in parts of Taraba State. Despite being one of the lesser-known ethnic nationalities in Nigeria, the Etulo possess a distinct language, history, and cultural identity that have…

The Nigeria Federal Civil Service Anthem is an official ceremonial and motivational song adopted within the Nigerian public service system to promote professionalism, patriotism, ethical conduct, accountability, and dedication among civil servants. It serves as a unifying symbol for employees working across ministries, departments, and agencies under the Federal Civil Service structure of the Federal…

The Federal Government has introduced a new policy requiring human resource personnel in the Federal Civil Service to obtain recognised professional certifications within a 12-month transition period. The directive, issued through the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), is part of a broader reform agenda aimed at strengthening professionalism,…

In recent months, the political atmosphere in Benue State has witnessed a major shift with the emergence of Aber Terseer Benjamin, a retired senior officer of the Nigerian Customs Service, as one of the most talked-about political figures in Benue North-West Senatorial District, popularly known as Zone B. Known for his long-standing career in public…

The newly introduced Taxpayer Identification (Tax ID) system by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) and the Joint Revenue Board (JRB) is expected to have direct implications for government workers across ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). Although the public notice focuses broadly on all taxable persons in Nigeria, federal civil servants are among the key groups…