Month: December 2023

Awosika Advocates For Entrepreneurship Studies In School Curriculum.

By Adebeso Precious (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) During a guest lecture at Corona College of Education in Lagos State, Mrs. Ibukun Awosika, Founder of Chair Centre Group, emphasized the necessity of incorporating entrepreneurial studies into primary school curricula. She believes this integration will empower young individuals to become creators of jobs, fostering […]

House Of Representatives To Investigate N60bn FERMA Project Spending

By Abolanle Rokeebat (SIWES student, Grace land Polytechnic Offa) The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has committed to scrutinizing the 192 projects undertaken by the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) using the N60bn COVID-19 funds. FERMA’s Managing Director, Emeka Agabasi, revealed at the hearing that 186 projects across six geo-political zones were completed, leaving […]

Federal Government And IOM Collaborate To Repatriate 145 Stranded Nigerians From Libya.

By Akinwunmi Mariam oluwajokotola (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Ambassador Kabiru Musa, Chargé d’Affaires of the Nigerian Mission in Libya, announced on Monday the successful repatriation of 145 stranded Nigerians through the IOM Voluntary Humanitarian Return program. The operation, aimed at assisting migrants in Libya, provided accommodation, food, medical screening, clothing, […]

Governor Inuwa Of Gombe State Expresses Profound Sorrow For The Live Lost In Kaduna Bombing.

By Akinwunmi Mariam oluwajokotola(SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, Chair of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, expresses profound sorrow for the lives lost in the Kaduna bombing during a Maulud celebration. He extends heartfelt sympathies to the affected families, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation […]

Over 500 Lawyer To Support Yusuf Gawuna, The APC Candidate In Kano State.

By Akinkunmi Mariam Oluwajokotola (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Over 500 lawyers rallied under The Guardians of Democracy and Rule of Law to support Dr. Yusuf Nasir Gawuna, the APC candidate in the Kano State governorship election case at the Supreme Court. The announcement was made during a press conference in […]

Reviving Ajaokuta Steel:Minister Of Steel Development Pursuing N35b Funding.

By Edafewoma Favour (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, is actively pursuing a N35 billion funding initiative from financial institutions to revive the Ajaokuta Steel Company. This initiative aims to kick-start iron rod production as part of a phased plan to rejuvenate the steel company. Collaborating […]

Parents Of Kidnapped NYSC Pleading With The Government For Assistance In Raising N70m Ransom.

By Edafewoma Favour (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Parents of kidnapped National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, including Mr. Emmanuel and Mrs. Idongesit, are pleading with the government for assistance in raising a N70 million ransom. The families express disappointment in the slow progress and lack of results from security agencies. […]

Accidental Airstrikes In Nigeria Claim Hundreds Of Civilian Lives.

By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Tragic consequences of accidental bombings by the Nigerian Air Force since 2017, resulting in over 400 civilian casualties predominantly in northern Nigeria. A recent SBM Intelligence report underscores the urgent need for improved intelligence and targeted military operations, revealing an increase in accidental bombings over the past two […]

Senate Probes Alleged N62 Billion Shortfall In Nigerian Customs Service Remittance.

By Bolaji Peters (SIWES student, Polytechnic Iresi) Senate Public Account Committee, chaired by Senator Wadada, is delving into a N62 billion revenue discrepancy at the Nigerian Customs Service based on a 2017 audit. The investigation seeks to understand the potential lapses in the customs service’s internal control system that may have contributed to the unremitted […]

WHO Reports That 10.6 Million Annual Deaths Result From Alcohol And Sugar-sweetened Beverages Consumption.

By Edafewoma Favour, ( Siwess student, Gateway Polytechnic Igbesa Ogitech) WHO’s call for increased taxes on these products to curb related deaths, stressing the need for global implementation and proper taxation strategies. WHO cautions against taxing water and highlights disparities in sugar-sweetened beverage and alcohol taxes globally, emphasizing the potential positive impact of a 50% […]

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