APC And PDP Clash After Court Of Appeal Sacks Plateau State Governor.
By Olanrewaju Joseph (SIWES student, OSCOTECH) The Court of Appeal in Abuja’s decision to remove Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State led to a clash between the Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress. The court instructed INEC to revoke Mutfwang’s certificate of return and issue a new one to Nentawe Goshwe of the […]
Timi Frank Urges African Leaders To Emulate Liberia’s Election Success.
By Olagoke Olawepo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic) Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the APC, encourages African leaders, particularly in Nigeria, to draw inspiration from Liberia’s recent presidential election. He emphasizes the need for Nigeria’s INEC and security agencies to glean valuable insights from Liberia’s electoral process as they prepare for the […]
NACETEM Director-General Advocates Harnessing Nigeria’s $296 Billion Untapped Blue Economy Potential.
By Olagoke Olawepo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic) Dr. Olusola Odusanya, NACETEM’s Director General, commended President Bola-Ahmed Tinubu for establishing a dedicated ministry, emphasizing the vast opportunities in Nigeria’s blue economy. Valued at $296 billion, this untapped potential could foster significant growth and serve as an alternative income source for the country. It’s essential for […]
Suspect Arrested In Connection With Murder Of Federal Polytechnic Student In Kwara State.
By Adebeso Precious (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) The Kwara State Police Command has released additional information regarding the tragic murder of Toyin Bamidele, an HND1 student at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa. Ms. Bamidele was discovered lifeless in her Dapson area hostel on Thursday, leading to the arrest of a suspect by the […]
UNICEF Reveals That More Than 650,000 Children In Nigeria Were Displaced By Floods.
By Adebeso Precious (SIWES student, D S Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic) UNICEF reveals that between 2016 and 2021, more than 650,000 children in Nigeria were displaced by floods. The UN emphasizes the alarming risks faced by over 110 million Nigerian children due to climate change, encompassing flooding, drought, and storms. Released on World Children’s Day, the […]
Security Breach Unfolds During Court Verdict on Kano-Bauchi Governorship Disputes
By David Faith Boluwatife (IT Student, Ifotech) The Court of Appeal complex in the Federal Capital Territory is heavily guarded as the appellate court prepares to rule on appeals from the governorship elections in Kano and Bauchi states. A large number of police officers have cordoned off roads leading to the court, and our correspondent […]
Federal Government Calls for Tech-Savvy Youth to Tackle Global Challenges
By David Faith Boluwatife (IT Student, Ifotech) During the 33rd convocation lecture at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, the Federal Government emphasized the need for more youths with technological expertise to address global challenges. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, highlighted the importance of developing agriculture, manufacturing, and services, […]
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 […]
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 […]