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The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has debunked reports claiming that the scheme is advertising for job vacancies/recruitment. The NYSC refuted the recruitment report on Wednesday morning in a disclaimer on its official X handle, saying it is a scam. "The Management of National Youth Service Corps wishes to inform the general public of some…
24 Oct
The House of Representatives has resolved to beam its searchlights on the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) over alleged lopsided employment and extra-budgetary expenditures. Adopting a motion sponsored by Mr Ali Isa JC at plenary on Thursday, presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Mr. Benjamin…
12 May
Job 1:3-20 states: “His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hundred yoke of oxen, and five hundred she asses, and a very great household; so that this man was the greatest of all the men of the east. And his sons went and feasted in their houses, every one his day; and sent and called for their three sisters to eat and to drink with them.
5 Dec 2023
Nigeria has begun the implementation of a decent work programme to boost job creation initiatives, guarantee rights at work, extend social protection and promote social dialogue.
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The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and Generation Unlimited (GenU) have partnered Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) to bridge learning, digital connectivities and skills gaps in girls. The partnership is through Girls Education Skills Partnership (GESP) programme. At a tour of GESP Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Hub, Yabatech, and Computer Village, Ikeja, Urmila Sarkar,…
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Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has pleaded not guilty to the 16-count charge leveled against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bello was arraigned on Wednesday before Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court. The former governor was arrested and detained by EFCC on Tuesday following…
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A senior Japanese public prosecutor on Wednesday bowed in apology to Iwao Hakamada, the world's longest-serving death row prisoner whose conviction was quashed this year. The octogenarian spent 46 years on death row for a quadruple murder in 1966 but a court acquitted him in September, ruling that evidence had been fabricated. Last month the…
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South African music star Tyla has claimed the spotlight as the top nominee in the Afrobeats category for the 2024 Billboard Music Awards. The 22-years-old singer stands out as a leading star in the competitive genre with eight nominations. In the contested ‘Top Afrobeats Artiste’ category, she faces competition from Nigeria’s talents, including Asake, Burna…
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Nigerian musician, Darlington Okoye, better known as Speed Darlington or "AKPI," has been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Owerri, Imo State. Human rights lawyer and Speed Darlington’s legal representative, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the arrest in a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account today, November 27, 2024. READ ALSO: Speed…
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A Third World War may prove well beyond the limits of what civilised society can endure, perhaps even beyond the limits of our continued existence as a human world – Jans Christian Smuts’ speech to the United Nations, May 1, 1945. THE logic of legitimate wars, validates self-defence in protecting life and property as well…
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Australian lawmakers moved a step closer to banning under 16s from social media platforms Wednesday, threatening companies that fail to comply with multimillion-dollar fines. The landmark legislation passed parliament's lower chamber Wednesday and is now set to be debated by the Senate. The new rules would mean the likes of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat…
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Saudi-based airlines FlyNas, Flyadeal, and nine other Nigerian-based airlines and aviation companies have joined the bid to airlift pilgrims from the country for the 2025 Hajj. The aviation companies are Air Peace, GYRO Air Limited, Max Air Ltd, Nahco Aviance, Tarco Aviation, Umra Airline Limited, UMZA Aviation Services Limited, Value Jet and Trebet Aviation Ltd.…
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Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, better known as Beyoncé, has officially been crowned the greatest popstar of the 21st century by Billboard, solidifying her place as a global music icon. The award-winning singer topped Billboard’s list, ahead of Taylor Swift in second place. Rihanna, Drake, and Lady Gaga rounded out the top five, while Britney Spears, Kanye…
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Georgia's ruling party on Wednesday nominated far-right politician, former football international Mikheil Kavelashvili for the largely ceremonial post of president, aiming to strengthen its grip on power. The Black Sea nation has been rocked by turmoil since disputed parliamentary elections on October 26 that saw the Georgian Dream party secure a new majority. Alleging the…