Year: 2023

“Eagles’ Varied Performances in Draw Against Lesotho

By Ojo Jeremiah Oladipupo (SIWES Student Efon Poly) Nigeria’s goalkeeper, Uzoho, faced criticism for errors, notably gifting Lesotho a chance. Osayi-Samuel showed early promise but faltered in defense. Collins had the Eagles’ first shot on target, while Bassey proved reliable. Ajayi impressed with a goal, contrasting with Onyeka’s stellar midfield performance. Iwobi’s collaboration with Onyeka […]

Telecos Reveal Banks’ USSD Debt Surpasses N200bn

By Ojo Jeremiah Oladipupo (SIWES Student, Efon Poly) Telecom operators disclosed on Thursday that banks owe them a substantial debt exceeding N200bn for USSD services, as ongoing discussions between the two entities have slowed down. The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria emphasized that the telcos have no intention of forgiving this debt. ALTON’s […]

Federal Government Has Reduced The Charges Against Emefiele Related To Procurement Fraud.

By Giwa Suliat Bolaji (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) The Federal Government has reduced the charges against Emefiele related to procurement fraud. Initially facing a 20-count charge, the amended charge now consists of six counts, with Emefiele as the sole defendant. The alleged value of the procurement fraud has been decreased from N6.9 […]

Saudi Arabia Visa And Denials At Entry Point.

By Giwa Suliat Bolaji (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) The Saudi Arabian Embassy in Nigeria clarified that individuals recently deported upon entry failed to meet the country’s entry conditions. The embassy emphasized the importance of adhering to Saudi Arabia’s procedures and laws, urging all travelers to verify document conformity before departure. The visa […]

World Bank Loan Disbursement Aims To Fund Monthly Cash Transfer Program For The Poor And Vulnerable Citizens.

By Lawal Amina Abiodun (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) The World Bank has disbursed approximately $299.99 million out of the approved $800 million for Nigeria’s National Social Safety Net Program-Scale Up. This recent disbursement aims to fund a monthly cash transfer program for the country’s poor and vulnerable citizens affected by recent policies. […]

Calabar Carnival Faces Threat From Rising Kidnapping.

By David Faith Boluwatife (I T Student, IFOTECH) Concerns are mounting among Calabar residents as the specter of insecurity in Cross River State looms over the upcoming December Calabar Carnival. The city has witnessed a surge in kidnapping cases, targeting professionals like doctors, lawyers, professors, and government officials, prompting fears of overshadowing this year’s carnival […]

Court of Appeal Upholds Sanwo-Olu’s Election Victory

By Sunmola Jemilat Oluwabunmi (SIWES Student,AAPOLY) The Court of Appeal in Lagos has dismissed appeals from the Labour Party’s Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour and the Peoples Democratic Party’s Olajide Adediran against Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s electoral win. The three-judge panel found the appeals lacking in merit, stating that the appellants failed to substantiate their claims of forgery and […]

Federal Government Criticizes TUC And NLC Strike.

By Bello Gideon (SIWES student, AAPOLY) The Federal Government criticized organized labor for the nationwide strike declared in response to the attack on NLC President Joe Ajaero. Special Assistant Kamarudeen Ogundele stated that the strike was not in the country’s interest, emphasizing the need for economic recovery. TUC President Festus Osifo argued that the lack […]

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