Author: Folake Azeez Oniwarere

By Edafewoma Favour (SIWES student, Ogun State Institute of Technology Igbesa OGITECH) Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, pledges a substantial transformation, turning the state into a major construction hub in the 2024 budget. Emphasizing investments in infrastructure, agriculture, and education, the budget allocates N703.03b, with N415.66b dedicated to capital expenditures and significant focus on […]

By Bello Gideon (SIWES student, AAPOLY) In a poignant turn of events, Sunday Ogwo Okpalle, a former Two-Star Traffic guard police officer standing at over six feet, now finds himself bent and seeking alms on the streets of Niger. Once commanding respect in his role, Okpalle, now aged and struggling, recounts how the delay in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]