NYSC Camp
5 Dec
In an effort to revitalise indigenous languages among young people, the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO) has featured an initiative called the Nigerian Indigenous Language Programme (NILP) at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) camps. Now in its third edition, this impactful programme is being conducted across more than 15 locations nationwide, aiming…
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The Oyo State Police Command has begun investigating the murder incident that occurred in Bodija, a suburb of Ibadan, the capital of the state, on Sunday. The command's police spokesperson, Osifeso Adewale, revealed this is a statement. "The Oyo State Police Command has commenced immediate inquiry into the Bodija Murder incident that occurred during the…
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The 2025 AD Scientific Index ranking has ranked Covenant University, Ota, as the best private university in Nigeria, followed by Maryam Abacha American University, MAAUN, which emerged as the second best. According to the ranking published on the website of AD Scientific, titled: ‘Africa 450 Private Universities Rankings 2025’, Covenant University was ranked first and…
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The family of the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola has expressed deep pain over former Military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s (IBB) recent admission that Abiola won the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election. Babangida made the revelation in his newly launched autobiography, A Journey in Service, where he acknowledged that, upon closer examination…
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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, has been honored with The Sun Newspaper’s Governor of the Year in Agriculture Award in recognition of his administration’s commitment to revitalising agriculture as a key driver of economic growth and food security. The Governor received the award on Saturday at the Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels & Suites,…
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A Nigerian man, Jonathan Biodun, who was jailed over an unpaid debt of ₦1,137,000, has regained his freedom after compassionate individuals raised funds to settle his obligation. His case gained public attention when a group of Twitter influencers visited a correctional facility for a football match with inmates. During the visit, Jonathan discreetly handed a…
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The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested one Alh. Nuru Isah, 50, for “canning” his wife, Wasila Abdullahi, 24, into a coma, leading to her subsequent death over the "handling of food ingredients and fruits designated for breaking the Ramadan fast," the police said. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Ahmed Wakil, in a statement…
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Dr. Amanda Bisong, a Nigerian national, has earned her doctorate in International Law from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, receiving the prestigious 'cum laude' distinction for her exceptional research. This honour is a rare accolade in the Netherlands and across Europe, awarded to only five percent of PhD candidates over the last two decades. Notably, the Faculty…
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Learn to use your Greek yoghurt like a pro with these simple, delicious ideas. Parfait Layer Greek yoghurt with chia seeds, granola, raisins, nuts, and fresh or frozen fruits like berries, apples, or bananas for a delightful, nutritious parfait. Salad Create a flavourful dressing by blending plain Greek yoghurt with fresh herbs, lemon juice, garlic,…
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Recent data mined from Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reports of 2023 up to the second quarter of 2024 show that household consumption has consistently dwindled over the period. According to the report, in the first quarter of 2023, household consumption was -23.57 per cent. It increased to 7.08 per cent in the second quarter,…
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Acting Director General of the World Health Organisation (WHO) and former Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, has attributed the rise in life expectancy in Nigeria and other nations to advancements in medical science rather than divine intervention. The expert, who spoke as a guest on Channels Television’s…