April 2, 2024
Egypt’s President Al-Sissi starts his third 6-year term in office
Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, was sworn in on Tuesday before parliament for a third term, in a ceremony held at the new administrative capital east of Cairo. Al-Sissi, who has been in power since 2014, secured another six years in office after receiving about 90% of the vote in a December election. The election […]
Transfer: Napoli to replace Osimhen with another Super Eagles striker
Napoli is eyeing potential recruits from the Super Eagles squad as they seek to fill the void left by Victor Osimhen’s anticipated departure from the Italian champions this summer. Among their considerations is Victor Boniface, a 23-year-old compatriot of Osimhen who currently plies his trade with Bayer Leverkusen in Germany. Boniface’s impressive record includes 10 […]
Deputy police commissioner kills self in Oyo
Gbolahan Oyedemi, a Deputy Commissioner of Police stationed at the Force Criminal Investigation Department in Alagbon, Lagos State, reportedly took his own life on Monday at his residence in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Oyedemi previously served as the Aide de Camp to the late former Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala during his brief tenure in 2006. According to […]
FRSC blames speeding as Lagos crash leaves two injured
Two individuals, yet to be identified, sustained varying degrees of injuries in a car crash on the Agbara-Badagry Expressway in Lagos State. The incident occurred around 12:56 pm on Monday and involved a Howo truck with registration number KZR73ZT and a Mazda car with registration number KTU900BK. FRSC Lagos Sector Commander, Babatunde Farinloye, confirmed the […]
Encourage teachers to embrace technology, firm urges govt
Success Ojo, the Chief Executive Officer of Gotocourse Platform and G-Mind AI, has urged the Federal Government and other stakeholders to promote the integration of technology in the education sector to enhance the learning system. Speaking at a press conference in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, Ojo emphasized that education has transcended the traditional classroom […]
Tinubu, other African leaders grace Senegal president’s swearing-in today
President Bola Tinubu is set to depart from Abuja today (Tuesday) for Dakar, Senegal, where he will attend the inauguration of Senegal’s President-elect, Bassirou Faye. This information was disclosed in a statement signed by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, titled ‘President Tinubu to attend the inauguration of Senegal’s President-elect Bassirou Faye.’ […]
NITDA warns Nigerians against QR code scams
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has issued a cautionary alert to Nigerians, urging them to exercise caution when scanning QR codes due to a surge in fraudulent activities orchestrated by scammers. In its latest advisory posted on its official X account on Sunday, the agency highlighted the alarming trend of malicious actors exploiting […]
UNILORIN expels five students, rusticates 14
The University of Ilorin, Kwara State, has taken disciplinary action by expelling five students and rusticating 14 others due to various malpractices. Among those affected were six final-year students. Kunle Akogun, the university’s Director of Corporate Affairs, disclosed in a statement on Monday that the expulsion and rustication stemmed from offenses such as misconduct, theft, […]
FG should engage monarchs for palliatives distribution — Oluwo
On Monday, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwo, generously distributed grains to elderly and vulnerable individuals within his domain, emphasizing the importance of involving traditional rulers in delivering palliatives to impoverished Nigerians. During his visit to various compounds in Iwo, including the Molaasan Royal Compound, he personally distributed 5kg bags of rice and cash […]
Pro-Aregbesola group, Oyetola’s spokesman clash over alleged threat to ex-minister’s life
The Omoluabi Progressives Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has raised alarm over alleged threats to the life of former Minister of Interior, Mr. Rauf Aregbesola. Established in August 2023 in Ilesa, Osun State, with Aregbesola as its grand patron, the group claims that Aregbesola’s safety is at risk due to […]