TotalEnergies Challenge initiative
23 Oct
... bag N8m cash prize each Three Nigerian startups have been awarded a cash prize of N8 million each for emerging winners in the fourth edition of the TotalEnergies Startupper Challenge 2024 out of 100 startups selected across 32 African countries participating in the challenge programme this year. This is part of efforts by the…
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The Coalition of CSOs in Katsina State has lamented the prolonged power outage affecting several states in Northern Nigeria. The Chairman of the coalition, Mr. AbdulRahman Abdullahi, in a statement issued in Katsina on Sunday, said that access to electricity-driven healthcare services has been compromised, leading to the tragic loss of lives daily. Abdullahi lamented,…
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A 21-year-old corps member serving with Taraba State University, Judith Tsaaior, has emerged the winner of the 11th edition of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Essay Competition organised by the African Biblical Leadership Initiative (ABLI). Tsaaior, who hails from Benue State, is a graduate of English and Literary Studies from Veritas University, Abuja. The…
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A former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Diran Odeyemi, has expressed displeasure over the invasion of his Ibadan residence by personnel of the Nigeria Police Force under the guise of investigating a kidnapping incident. Odeyemi, in a statement he personally issued on Sunday, narrated that some heavily armed policemen, numbering…
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The Flying Eagles of Nigeria are through to the final of the WAFU B U-20 Championship after defeating Niger Republic 3-1 in Lome, Togo on Sunday. Nigeria will now face arch rivals Ghana in the final of the WAFU B U-20 championship on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that by progressing to…
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An experienced academic staff, Department of History and International Studies at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Prof. Chukwuma Opata, has offered an insight into why the western is claiming civilization ahead of Africa despite its rich cultural heritage. Opata, who gave the clarification while speaking as a guest lecturer at a memorial lecture in…
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In today's fast-paced world, productivity is paramount. Professionals often juggle multiple tasks, tight deadlines, and constant distractions. To stay ahead and maintain a healthy work-life balance, effective productivity strategies are essential. See how you can boost productivity today: 1. Master the art of prioritisation Effective prioritisation is the cornerstone of productivity. Begin by identifying your…
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The Alliance for Good Governance (AGG) has expressed concern over the likelihood of the federal government blocking the release of statutory allocations to the 44 local councils of Kano State. AGG National Coordinator, Malam Tanko Musa, in a statement on Monday, remarked that their fear was based on the realization that the Governor Abba Kabir…
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The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has expressed deep concern over the ongoing power outages that have plagued large parts of Northern Nigeria for the past eight days, urging swift restoration efforts. The coalition is calling on the Federal Government, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), northern governors, lawmakers, and relevant stakeholders to expedite actions…
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The European Union-funded Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (ROLAC II) Programme of International IDEA has stressed the need for unwavering dedication and collective action among anti-graft agencies, state governors, and relevant stakeholders in the fight against cybercrime. Head of Programme, International IDEA, Danladi Plang, made the call yesterday in Abuja during a chat with journalists…
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The Nasarawa Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper and recovered a sum of N547,000, part of a ransom collected in a recent kidnapping. The Commissioner of Police, Nadada Umar, said the arrest was made possible due to the command's dogged fight against criminals ravaging the state. The command's Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Ranham…