December 2024
Provost warns against misuse of AI in research
The Provost of the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Prof. Temidayo Ogundiran, on Saturday, urged researchers to exercise caution when using Artificial Intelligence. Prof. Ogundiran also called on researchers to incorporate citizenship into their work by prioritising integrity, truthfulness, and adherence to high ethical standards that align with international best practices. Speaking at the […]
Emergency Rehab: Lagos shuts Marine Bridge for 3 months
The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion on the Marine Bridge to facilitate repair works scheduled from Wednesday, December 4, 2024, to Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made the announcement on Sunday, urging the public to exercise patience during the rehabilitation period. Alternative Routes for Motorists: From Apapa to […]
Team Nigeria wins AMGA 2024 games with 234 medals
Team Nigeria Armed Forces topped the medals table at the 2nd Africa Military Games 2024, clinching 234 medals as the competition ended on Saturday night. Team Nigeria secured 114 gold, 65 silver, and 45 bronze across 21 sports, according to the medal table. Algeria came second with 96 medals, consisting of 53 gold, 22 silver, […]
Gov Okpebholo Accuses Obaseki, Editors Of Gang-up To Discredit Sept 21 Election
Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has accused his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, some members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and editors of some leading newspapers, of an alleged grand plan to orchestrate a media trial to discredit his victory in the September 21 governorship election and his administration in the State. The governor, who […]
Kebbi polio-free since 2011 – Emir of Argungu
The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera, has disclosed that Kebbi State has recorded no new polio cases since 2011, noting that the state would not allow complacency. Mera, who is the Chairman of the Traditional Leaders Council Against Polio and Co-Chairman of the Kebbi State Task Force on Immunisation, stated this during the […]
Access Bank Wins Financial Inclusive Bank Award
Access Bank has been named Financially Inclusive Bank of the Year at the International Financial Inclusion Conference (IFIC). Hosted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the event was graced by major financial stakeholders, including deputy governor, Financial System Stability at CBN, Philip Ikeazor, director-general of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Omolola Oloworaran; Mastercard’s country […]
I have phone numbers of 14 presidents – Davido
Afrobeats star David has bragged about the A-listers he has in his contacts list, revealing that he has the phone numbers of 14 presidents. The ‘Blow My Mind’ crooner made the disclosure at the ‘Elevate Africa’ programme while sharing how music has opened many opportunities for his family. According to Davido, he is sought after […]
‘We’re friends’ – Atiku, Peter Obi play down 2027 presidential ambition
The 2023 presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar and his counterpart from the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi have dismissed planning for the 2027 presidential election. Atiku and Obi made the remark against the backdrop of their breakfast meeting in Yola, the Adamawa State Capital. A video had emerged of both […]
I’m not worried about 2026 election – Ekiti gov
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has said he is not worried about the 2026 governorship election in the state. Speaking at the monthly Evening of Praise and Worship at the Jibowu Hall, Government House Ground, Ado-Ekiti on Friday, Oyebanji said his administration remained focused on delivering good governance and fulfilling his promises to the people. […]
NLC directs workers in FCT area councils to begin strike December 1
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Federal Capital Territory, FCT, council has asked all workers in the six area councils of the FCT to proceed on an indefinite strike from December 1. Chairman of the council, Knabanyi Adalo, gave this directive in a statement on Saturday in Abuja. Idalo said that the directive was in adherence […]