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The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), chaired by Air Vice Marshal Saddiq Kaita (Rtd), has approved the promotion of 154 members of staff to various ranks. The Acting Director, Information and University Relations, UniAbuja, Dr Habib Yakoob, made the disclosure in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. The university spokesperson said the…
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As Nigerians await the announcement of a substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja any moment from now, over 25 civil society organisations have rallied support for the Acting VC of the institution, Prof. Aisha Maikudi, as the substantive head of the school. Under the aegis of the Civil Society Coalition for Educational Development, the…
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The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) has promised a level playing field for all candidates in the process of selecting a new Vice Chancellor (VC). The council chaired by Air Vice Marshal Saddiq Isma'ila Kaita (rtd) made this promise in a statement on Thursday. Kaita said the council will maintain its unwavering…
17 Oct
The Voice of African Universities (VAU) has called on the Nigerian Government to appoint Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), saying it will advance education. The call was made in a statement signed by Prof. Mamadou Camara, the Deputy Vice-President of the Association (West Africa), in a…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the body is toying with the idea of destroying six million unclaimed Permanent.
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Filmmaker and actress, Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, has described herself as her own competition after her latest film, ‘Alakada: Bad and Boujee’, earned N134 million in seven days at cinemas. She shared her excitement today, December 27, on Instagram after the local distributor announced the film's box office numbers. Abraham expressed her gratitude, saying, "God of…
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The crisis rocking the Edo State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) was on Friday laid to rest as the National Executive Council (NEC) of the NLC affirmed Odion Olaye as the authentic chairman of the state. Briefing newsmen in Benin after returning from the NEC meeting, Olaye presented copies of the resolution of…
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Former Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has rated Governor Monday Okpebholo high for his performance in the first month of his administration, stating that he has set a new record in the history of governance in the state. Oshiomhole gave this assessment on Thursday while addressing newsmen at his residence in Iyamho, Etsako West…
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Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote, Afrobeats star Ayra Starr, and a host of other Nigerians have made it to New African magazine’s 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024 list. The list, released today, December 27, 2024, celebrates Africans who have made contributions in various fields, from politics and business to…
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In a heartwarming display of love and devotion, Governor Chukwuma Soludo and his wife, Nonye, celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary with a special mass held at their country home in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area. The couple was joined by family, friends and members of the community as they marked this significant milestone in their…
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The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has expressed sadness over the attacks on the Anwase community in the Kwande Local Government Area of the state, where innocent residents were reportedly murdered in a gruesome manner by suspected herders. The governor expressed worry that such a heinous act persists in the state despite the efforts…
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Popular TikToker, Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, has raised the alarm that a bank account, belonging to his non-governmental organisation (NGO), was hacked and N160 million diverted out of its account. He said the hackers gained access to the money through his website, stealing N160 million out of the N180 million he had…
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One cannot help but nod his head along as Fido’s “Joy Is Coming" claims the top spot on Apple Music Nigeria today. "Joy Is Coming" by Fido blends Afrobeats with highlife and highly captivates listeners with its fine tunes and lyrics: “Modupe foluwa yee, joy is coming. Moni early in the morning!” This highly resonates…
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The Ondo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, has raised concerns over the continued retention of state assets in the hands of former political office holders. Ajulo, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), in a statement on Friday in Akure, said “one year after the untimely passing of former Governor Oluwarotimi…