15 Earthshot Prize
28 Oct
Global leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and young people from around the world will next week assembly in Cape Town, South Africa for the Earthshot Week that is focused on accelerating environmental solutions.
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The Bauchi State Government, in collaboration with the World Bank, has come up with a project to establish a ‘Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project’ aimed at improving productivity and enhancing animal husbandry in the state. Governor Bala Mohammed made this known in a statement when he inaugurated the 2025 Livestock Vaccination Campaign in Itas-Gadau…
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced the prosecution of two ministries' staff over alleged 12 million job racketeering. The officials: Mrs Joy Ndubuisi Chineme, a staff member of the Federal Ministry of Trade and Investment, (first defendant), and one Mr Godwin Tabo Sakat of the Federal Ministry of Works…
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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged President Bola Tinubu to develop a sustainable strategy for financing education in the country. Obasanjo made the call, on Tuesday, while speaking at the 70th birthday celebration of the Vice Chancellor of Bells University, Prof. Oludele Ojediran, which was held at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo…
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The Ekiti State Police Commissioner, Mr Joseph Eribo, has said that the command has deployed policemen to beef up security at the various entry points into the state to prevent an influx of bandits. The new police commissioner, who resumed in Ekiti last week, stated this on Tuesday during an interactive session with newsmen in…
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The Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Ayodele Sonubi, has dismissed reports claiming a state of emergency had been declared in the state. Sonubi gave the warning, on Tuesday, in a statement issued and made available to journalists by the State Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, in Ibadan. The command cautioned the public against spreading false…
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Vice Chancellor of Karl Kumm University (KKU) Vom, Jos, Plateau State, Prof. Audu Gambo, has advocated an increase in funding for the Nigerian Police Force to upgrade the capacity of the institution to effectively carry out its constitutional role as the leading agency for internal security operations. The protocol and information officer, Mr. Bulus Gambo,…
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The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and socio-political organisation, Afenifere, on Tuesday, congratulated Ohaneze Nd'Igbo, on its successful election which ushered in a new Executive Council to run its affairs. The apex Igbo organisation held elections in Enugu last Friday where it elected a new set of officers to run its affairs. At the end of the exercise…
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The gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election in Niger State, Isah Kantigi, has described the one-year performance of Governor Muhammad Bago as unprecedented and advised anyone wishing to contest for the governorship in the 2027 election from Zone A, where the governor comes from, to drop their ambition…
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In 2024, many individuals have excelled through innovation and strategic investments, placing them at the top of the wealth ladder. These visionaries lead companies that shape industries, from cutting-edge technology and luxury goods to diversified conglomerates and groundbreaking energy solutions. Their influence extends far beyond their wealth, impacting global economies and lives. Here's a detailed…
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The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) Students' Wing in Yobe State, on Tuesday, called on the Federal Government to halt the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase and instead reduce the current rate to 3%. The coalition unanimously rejected the proposed Tax Reform Bills, citing their lack of inclusivity and potential adverse effects on various…