The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the death of five persons following a boat mishap along the Bennet Island River in Warri South Local Council of the state. Spokesperson for the command, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed yesterday that six persons sustained injuries and are receiving treatment, while 19 others were rescued. He added that…

The Ogun State Police Command yesterday inaugurated a Schools Protection Squad (SPS) in Abeokuta, aligning with the Inspector-General of Police’s Safe School Initiative. Speaking at the event, State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alamutu, described the launch as a significant step in securing educational institutions, which he referred to as “nurturing grounds for future leaders.” He…

THE Federal Government, yesterday, commended Africa's fastest-growing financial institution, Moniepoint Inc., for its significant contributions to the financial technology sector, its commitment to advancing financial inclusion, and its partnerships with law enforcement agencies to combat financial fraud. It lauded their innovative use of technology to tackle financial challenges and their efforts in empowering Small and…

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology has awarded honorary doctoral degrees in Business Administration and Corporate Governance to Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, and an Austrian investor, Sir Bernd Bergmair. The ESUT Governing Council and Senate conferred the award on the duo during the institution’s 20th convocation on November 23, 2024, at the…

Justice sector stakeholders have advocated for the use of technology to collect and document evidence to combat sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria. This, according to them, is a crucial step in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of justice delivery in cases of sexual and gender-based violence across the country. They noted that inadequate evidence…