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On June 17, 2023, Murtala Omeiza Umar reached another milestone in his illustrious career when he was conferred with the prestigious title of Fellow by the Institute of Corporate Administration of Nigeria. This recognition was a testament to his unwavering dedication to professional excellence, strategic leadership, and contributions to corporate governance. Murtala’s journey to this…
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A renowned academic and former Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Emeritus Peter Okebukola has applauded Nigeria's significant role in championing cultural diversity across the African continent. Okebulola, the Director of the Institute for African Culture and International Understanding (IACIU), gave the commendation in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja.…
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Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Nigerian women, accounting for approximately 22.7% of all female cancer cases, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Despite its prevalence, cultural taboos and misinformation continue to hinder open discussions about breast health, often leading to late diagnoses and more difficult treatment outcomes. Ngozi RbK Okafor, with…
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In the very complex world of cancer research, some of the most significant breakthroughs often emerge from unexpected places. Dr. Boluwatife Olu Afolabi, a Nigerian clinician-scientist at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, has come to exemplify this truism through his innovative work in oral and craniofacial sciences. By reaching deep into the chemical foundations…
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Amid a growing global concern over the impact of environmental toxins on human health, a Nigerian scientist based in the United States is shedding light on the role of cobalt (Co) and chromium (Cr) in the development of neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs). Dr. Ajibo Doris Nnenna, a seasoned researcher with expertise in pharmacology and toxicology, has…
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Any attempt to reclassify electricity consumers by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) will be resisted, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said. The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has also rejected the planned reclassification. Acting General Secretary of NUEE, Dominic Igwebike, stated this in a statement issued on Sunday, saying the migration of…
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed displeasure with the directives by the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano and Kebbi states mandating the closure of all public and private schools for up to five weeks to observe the Ramadan fast, effective from late February to early April 2025. In a statement on Sunday, CAN…
28 Feb
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), has been at the forefront of driving educational reforms in Nigeria, playing a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s tertiary education landscape.
26 Feb
Following the lack of critical infrastructure at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the immediate construction of male and female hostels, a health centre, administrative blocks, among others. The governor acknowledged that immediate intervention at the university was necessary to improve the learning standard. Governor Fubara vowed…
25 Feb
Head of Marketing at AXA Mansard Insurance Plc, Olusesan Ogunyooye, has said Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not going to replace marketers; instead, they will reshape the industry by creating new opportunities that only marketing professionals with technology skills can leverage. He made this known during the MarTech Africa 2.0 conference held in Lagos…
24 Feb
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, says he will resign if the current APC state chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, is re-elected. Ata made this statement at a press conference in Kano on Monday. He reaffirmed his position, stating he would resign from both his ministerial role and the party. He said, “This…
24 Feb
There is still an alarming smoking problem in Nigeria, which is blamed on a number of reasons but the biggest issue is the government’s failure to address the growing epidemic. This alone is one of the biggest hurdles that adult smokers in the country face. There’s little education on the dangers of smoking although in…
23 Feb
A civil society organisation, Niger Delta Civil Society Coalition, NSCDC, has condemned the George Uboh Whistleblowers Network for invoking the Freedom of Information Act and the Fiscal Responsibility Act to request documents on alleged financial mismanagement in the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB. NSCDC urged sponsors of the George Uboh Whistleblowers Network to…
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, has seized contraband with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N279,595,038 between January and February 2025. The Area Contoller of the Command, Comptroller Mohammed Shuaibu, made this known at a news conference, on Thursday in Abeokuta. Shuaibu listed the seized smuggled goods to include 2,145…
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The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) says the decision by some northern governors to close primary and secondary schools during Ramadan is appropriate. A statement by its Secretary-General, Nafiu Baba-Ahmad, in Kaduna on Thursday, said the closure prioritises students’ well-being amid extreme heat conditions during the fasting period. Baba-Ahmad criticised organisations, including the…
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Gov Siminalayi Fubara of River has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to quick response to fire outbreak and emergencies in the state to save lives and property. Fubara made the remark during the inauguration of the Rivers State Fire Service, Borokiri Sub-Station at the Old Port Harcourt Township on Thursday. The governor stated that fire service…
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, under US pressure not to allow her country to be a backdoor for Chinese goods, said Thursday that her government would review its tariffs with Beijing. Mexico imports "many products from China" that have hit domestic industries, Sheinbaum told a news conference shortly after US President Donald Trump suspended tariffs on…
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The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, says the senate is taking the necessary steps over the sexual harassment allegations by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. While reacting to the raging issue in Abuja on Thursday, Mrs Tinubu said that the senate, being the apex legislative chamber in the country, should not…
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Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik said Thursday he would ignore a summons from the country's central prosecutor who is investigating him for allegedly undermining the constitution. His refusal risks plunging Bosnia into greater uncertainty a week after Dodik was convicted for defying the envoy charged with overseeing its peace accords, triggering a fresh political crisis.…
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) reopened the Onitsha drug market on March 6, following a sanitisation operation that began on February 10. Dr Martin Iluyomade, Director of Enugu Zone Zonal Operations, made the announcement during a stakeholders’ meeting between NAFDAC, Anambra representatives, and Onitsha market leadership on Thursday. Other…
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The National Executive Council of the Federation of Agricultural Commodity Associations of Nigeria (FACAN) has approved the nomination of Mr. Vitalis Tarnongu as its coordinator in Benue. The nomination is contained in a letter signed by Mr. Sheriff Balogun, FACAN National President, and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Makurdi. The letter indicated that…
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Spotify, an online streaming platform, has unveiled ‘Lent Destination’, a hub designed to facilitate spiritual reflection and connection for Christians observing Lent. James Propa, Spotify’s Christian and Gospel Specialist for Sub-Saharan Africa, in a statement on Thursday, said the hub featured carefully curated worship playlists and Christian podcasts. Propa said these podcasts and playlists would…
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Six people with alleged links to Russia have been detained in Romania on suspicion of planning a coup. The organised Crime Unit of the Public Prosecutor’s Office made the announcement in a statement on Thursday. The suspects are said to have had multiple contacts with “agents of foreign powers, both on Romanian and Russian territory,’’…