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LASG possess local solutions in Nigeria for education policy reform – Sanwo-Olu
By Gabriel Dike Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said that Nigeria doesn’t need to copy beneficial e-learning solutions that work well within the country from outside. Sanwo-Olu disclosed this at the recent Ekiti Investment and Economic Summit held in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, highlighting the importance of peer reviews among governors and public officials.
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Declare state of emergency on security now, Masari tells Buhari
Katsina State Governor, Alhaji Aminu Bello Masari, has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on the nation’s security. Katsina is one of the epicentres in the nation’s North-West where banditry and other criminal activities reign supreme and cross sections of citizens traumatised. Speaking on Saturday in Katsina at the opening of
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Oyo jail break: Over 300 inmates recaptured
… Unconfirmed report says gunmen kill 2 Amotekun personnel From Oluseye Ojo, Ibadan Controller of Correctional, Oyo State Command, Mr. Noel Ailewon, has said more than 300 inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Abolongo, Oyo, in Oyo State, that escaped during yesterday’s attacks have been recaptured. He made the disclosure in an interview with
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BREAKING! Kanu: IPOB threatens one week lockdown in S’East from Nov, 5
From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri In determination for an unconditional release of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, the Indigenous People of Biafra(IPOB) has threatened to lockdown the entire South East States from November,5 if their leader is not released from the Department of State Service custody. The group in a statement by its media and publicity secretary,
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Jail break: Over 300 inmates recaptured in Oyo
From Oluseye Ojo, Ibadan Controller of Correctional, Oyo State Command, Mr. Noel Ailewon, has said more than 300 inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Abolongo, Oyo, in Oyo State, that escaped during yesterday’s attacks have been recaptured. He made the disclosure in an interview with journalists at the facility in Abolongo, on Saturday, saying
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Internet fraud: Government, wealthy Nigerians need to engage, mentor youths — Amizu
Laide Raheem, Abeokuta An entrepreneur and real estate developer, Toyin Amizu, has called on governments at all levels and well-to-do Nigerians to constantly engage the youth in order to curb internet fraud, otherwise known as Yahoo-Yahoo, restiveness and other social vices. Amuzu posited that while governments must devise means to harness the energy and creativity
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Cultural fiesta instills discipline, respect in children — Yahuza, NICO ES
From Okwe Obi, Abuja Executive Secretary and the Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Ado Yahuza, has said the introduction of cultural fiesta has helped in instilling discipline and respect in children especially those in primary and secondary schools. Yahuza, who disclosed at this year’s children cultural fiesta celebration recently
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Oyedele given the nod to deliver 2021 DEEEAL lecture
The Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE) has given the nod to Engr. Ifeoluwa Oyedele, the Executive Director (Networks) Niger Delta Power Holding Company to deliver the 15th DEEEAL lecture holding in Abuja. The Executive Secretary of NIEEE, Engr. Simeon Isibor in a statement in Abuja said that the specialised lecture, tagged
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Akase promises to empower Benue youths through ICT
From Rose Ejembi, Makurdi As the pendulum swings towards 2023, governorship aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Benue State, Terver Akase has said that, if elected, his administration will utilize the abundant opportunities in Information and Communications Technology, ICT to create jobs for the youths. Akase who stated this at
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Uduaghan highlights measures to industrialize Niger Delta region
From Paul Osuyi, Asaba Immediate past governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has highlighted various economic strategies to develop the oil rich Niger Delta region through industrialisation. Uduaghan who re-echoed the urgent need to diversify the region’s economy, called for a more receptive attitude of the people towards investors, and further stressed the need
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EPL: Mount scores hat-trick as Chelsea put seven past Norwich
Mason Mount scored a hat-trick as Premier League leaders Chelsea thrashed bottom club Norwich at Stamford Bridge. Thomas Tuchel’s side were 2-0 ahead inside 18 minutes as Mount and Callum Hudson-Odoi scored their first goals of the season, with Mount turning provider to set up Reece James for a third goal before half-time, reports
Gunmen abduct two little girls in Ondo
Adewale Momoh, Akure Gunmen, suspected to kidnappers, have abducted two little girls in Akure, the Ondo State capital. The girls, of nursery and kindergarten classes, were at gunpoint forcefully taken away while in their mother’s car. The incident, which had created tension within Akure metropolis, occurred in Leo axis of the state capital. The
Abuja-Kaduna train services resume after suspected terror attack
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced the resumption of the Abuja-Kaduna Train Services (AKTS). Services on the railway route were suspended after an attack on a section of the 186-kilometer track. In a statement on Friday night, NRC announced the resumption of operations, following repairs of the damaged portions of the railway. “The
China passes law to cut homework pressure on students
China has passed an education law that seeks to cut the “twin pressures” of homework and off-site tutoring in core subjects, the official Xinhua news agency said on Saturday. Beijing has exercised a more assertive paternal hand this year, from tacking the addiction of youngsters to online games, deemed a form of “spiritual opium”,
Reactions to actor Alec Baldwin’s fatal shooting of cinematographer
Hollywood was shaken on Friday by news that actor Alec Baldwin had fatally shot cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounded director Joel Souza while firing a prop gun on the “Rust” movie set in New Mexico. Following are reactions to the shooting: Alec Baldwin “There are no words to convey my shock and sadness regarding
Verstappen calls Hamilton a ‘stupid idiot’ as F1 rivals clash
Formula One’s title rivalry flared up on Friday with championship leader Max Verstappen calling Lewis Hamilton a “stupid idiot” as they went wheel-to-wheel in second U.S. Grand Prix practice. The 24-year-old Red Bull racer also gave the seven-times world champion, the most successful driver of all time, a single digit salute as the Mercedes
EPL: Arteta salutes Smith Rowe for lifestyle chance
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta revealed Emile Smith Rowe is benefitting from changing his lifestyle after the young midfielder starred in Friday’s 3-1 win against Aston Villa. Thomas Partey headed Arsenal’s opener from Smith Rowe’s corner before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang doubled the lead just before half-time. Smith Rowe capped a fine display by adding the third
JUST IN: Gunmen Attack Oyo Correctional Facility With Explosives, Set Inmates Free
Suspected gunmen have attacked one of the facilities of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS), in Oyo State. According to reports, the facility, christened ‘Abolongo Correctional Facility’, was attacked by the gunmen on Friday evening. It was learnt that the gunmen set all the prisoners at the facility free during the attack. According to a
Secondus to PDP: Halt National Convention, action on collision course with court
The suspended National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, has warned the party that it will be embarking on collision course with the court if it goes ahead to hold the forthcoming National Convention. Secondus in a letter by his lawyer, Tayo Oyetibo, threatens to swiftly take steps to invoke the
JOKE SILVA: It ’s usually fun, exciting working with my hubby, Olu Jacobs
Joke Silva, respected veteran actress, has proven beyond doubts that consistency, hard work and doggedness are prime ladder to a successful career in any chosen field. Silva kicked off her career in film in the early 1990s and has remained relevant till date. Recently the dark-skinned actress married to veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, turned 60,
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