social media
22 Feb
A Sokoto Chief Magistrates’ Court on Friday adjourned the case of Hamdiyya Sidi, a social media activist accused of public nuisance, to March 13 and 14 for defence. Chief Magistrate, Faruk Umar, gave the adjournment after the Police Prosecutor, Insp Khalid Musa, led in evidence the case Investigation Police Officer (IPO), Mr Tukur Abdulhadi. Sidi,…
19 Feb
The recent surge in social media usage has significantly enhanced the visibility of the visual arts sector, leading to a remarkable increase in art sales. Artists are now leveraging platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok
16 Feb
Over the past decade, the digital space has witnessed a rapid evolution, with social media platforms increasingly placing video content at the forefront of their strategies. From Instagram’s pivot to Reels, Facebook Watch, TikTok’s short-form dominance, to YouTube’s introduction of Shorts, video has emerged as the most engaging form of content, significantly shaping the future…
11 Feb
The Vice Chancellor, KolaDaisi University, Ibadan, Prof. Adeniyi Olatunbosun and Prof. Adenike Akinjobi of the University of Ibadan have called on students to be cautious on the use of social media.
5 Feb
In an age dominated by social media and big tech, the relationship between misinformation, disinformation and the criminal justice system has become increasingly complex. Weeks ago, the Nigerian media erupted with the alarming news about a 16-year-old girl who had allegedly laced a pepper soup with toxic substances, resulting in the death of 5 individuals,…
23 Jan
South Sudan has directed telecom companies to block social media for three months, citing concerns over graphic content related to the
6 Jan
There is a slang now used by Nigerians across social media platforms, something that is both a warning and prayer. They say, ‘may Nigeria not happen to you’. Or, ‘let Nigeria not happen to you.’
31 Dec
Renowned edupreneur Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo was celebrated at the inaugural Prof. Gwarzo Public Lecture, where speakers commended his dedication to mentoring and empowering young people. The event, held at the Aminu Kano Centre for Democratic Research and Training (Mambayya House) to mark Prof. Gwarzo’s 47th birthday, was organized by Adnan Mukhtar & Associates. Gwarzo…
16 Dec
President Bola Tinubu on Monday presided over the National Defense Council meeting, where he approved the new Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) for officers and enlisted personnel in the Nigerian Armed Forces. The approval, disclosed by the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, signifies a major step towards improving…
15 Dec
Language is a dynamic tool shaped by interaction, cultural perception, attitudes, and beliefs. While some see language as a simple system
27 Nov
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…
26 Nov
He is not yet in power but President-elect Donald Trump rattled much of the world with an off-hours warning of stiff tariffs on close allies and China -- a loud hint that Trump-style government by social media post is coming back. With word of these levies against goods imported from Mexico, Canada and China, Trump…
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The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 Lagos State governorship election, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has dumped the party. Jandor made the announcement while addressing his supporters at a press briefing held at Liberty Place, Ikeja, in Lagos, on Monday. Giving reasons for his decision, Jandor accused the party…
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In a bid to support vulnerable children and promote education, ActionAid Nigeria has distributed school materials worth millions of naira to children in the Gwagwalada and Leleyi Basa communities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative, which was part of the Back2School Campaign, aimed to provide essential school items such as bags, sandals, uniforms,…
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The Canadian Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development, Terry Duguid, has paid a courtesy call
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All is now set for the mandatory traditional rites of the new Alaafin, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade. It would be recalled that the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, had presented a certificate of appointment and staff of office to Oba Owoade at the Governor’s Office, Ibadan, affirming his appointment as the 46th Alaafin. As part…
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The Rivers State House of Assembly, at Monday's plenary in Port Harcourt, ordered Governor Sim Fubara to present the 2025 budget to the law
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The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria has called for an immediate, independent, and transparent investigation into the sexual harassment allegation made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. A statement signed by the Country Vice President of FIDA Nigeria, Eliana Martins, and the National Publicity Secretary of FIDA Nigeria, Chineze Obianyo,…
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The crisis rocking the Cross River State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has deepened, as the State Executive Committee (SEC) firmly maintains that its Chairman, Venatius Ikem, remains suspended until the National Working Committee (NWC) and key stakeholders meet to address the situation. In a statement issued in Calabar by the party’s Secretary,…
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The United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN) has distributed food and clothing worth several millions of Naira to communities affected by last year’s severe drought in Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, and Taraba states. The distribution, which was made during the weekend, was said to have been funded by the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR).…
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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) disclosed on Monday that Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Lag
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The Proprietor of Hezekiah University and the Archbishop of Living Christ Mission, Inc., Prof. Daddy Hezekiah, has announced an annual scholarship for 50 students of the institution worth over ₦20 million. This was disclosed to newsmen by the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Anthony Okere, in a pre-convocation press conference held at the VC's…