National Institute for Cultural Orientation
10 Dec
.As Nico boss seeks end to African time mentality among Nigerians The need for personal and collective self-discipline among Nigerians with regards to effective time management formed thrust of this year’s Annual Roundtable on Cultural Orientation (ARTCO), organised by the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO). The two-day event, which held in Makurdi, Benue State…
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