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2 mn read Olam Agri, a leading agribusiness in Nigeria known for its work in food, feed, and fibre, has unveiled a significant back-to-school scholarship initiative through its Integrated Feed & Animal Protein (IFP) unit. This program is part of Olam Agri’s Seeds for the Future (SFTF) initiative and aims to support the children of its employees and […]

< 1 mn read Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested at the Park Hyatt Hotel in New York on unspecified federal charges, while investigations continue into multiple allegations of sexual abuse and trafficking. Known for his influential role in the music industry and his multimillion-dollar empire spanning music, fashion, and liquor, Combs’ recent years have been marred by serious accusations. […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation has urged Jigawa residents to support government initiatives aimed at easing economic hardship in the country. This call was made during a one-day sensitisation event organized by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Dutse. At the event, the Jigawa Coordinator of NOA, Mr. Ahmad Tijjani, highlighted the […]

< 1 mn read In an interview with Vanguard’s Law and Human Rights, Ondo State Attorney-General and Commissioner of Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, addressed several pressing topics, including the recent prison escapes due to natural disasters, stringent bail conditions for #EndBadGovernance protesters, and plans by the Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, to bar convicted politicians […]

< 1 mn read In Lebanon, a second wave of explosions from wireless communication devices has resulted in the deaths of at least 20 people and injuries to over 450 others. The blasts, which occurred in Hezbollah’s strongholds in the southern suburbs of Beirut, the Bekaa Valley, and southern Lebanon, have caused widespread devastation. The explosions primarily involved walkie-talkies […]

< 1 mn read Mrs. Ifeoma Esiri, Co-Founder of the Zaccheus Onumba Dibiaezue Memorial Libraries (ZODML), emphasized the importance of children being able to speak, read, and write in their local languages to preserve cultural heritage. She spoke during this year’s International Literacy Day celebration at the National Library Annex, Lagos, organized in partnership with the National Library of […]

< 1 mn read The National Pension Commission (PenCom) announced that Nigeria’s total pension assets have reached N20.79 trillion. However, only seven states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, have fully implemented the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). These states are Lagos, Kaduna, Delta, Ekiti, Osun, Edo, and Jigawa. Ms. Omolola Oloworararan, Acting Director General of PenCom, made this […]

< 1 mn read The Ogun State House of Assembly has summoned the Olu of Itori, Oba Abdulfatai Akamo, regarding his alleged involvement in leasing land belonging to the Ewekoro local government area. This move comes as part of an ongoing investigation by the Assembly’s Committee on Public Accounts and Anti-corruption into the activities of the former Chairman of […]

< 1 mn read Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially launched the upgrade of the Ibadan airport, renamed Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, to international standards. The first phase of the project, costing N41 billion, aims to transform the state into a regional economic hub. At the ground-breaking ceremony, Makinde emphasized that his administration has prioritized the airport’s […]

< 1 mn read The Chief Medical Director of Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital (OAUTH), Ile-Ife, Professor John Okeniyi, has announced the removal of beds from offices to curb sexual harassment of female staff. Speaking on his one-year administration, Okeniyi noted that beds used during night shifts may encourage inappropriate behavior, prompting the decision to eliminate them. He emphasized […]

< 1 mn read The Jeremiah and Felicia Aderoju Foundation (JFA) has criticized the Lagos State government’s decision to raise public school boarding fees from N35,000 to N100,000 per term, arguing that the current economic hardship makes this an unsuitable time for such a move. JFA Director and Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Jacob Akintola, expressed concerns that many families […]

< 1 mn read The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has announced plans to carry out a controlled demolition of the Onigbongbo Police Barracks in Ikeja due to severe structural distress. The affected buildings, located inside the Onigbogbo MOPOL 20 Police Barracks, Ikeja GRA, have been deemed unsafe after an assessment by LASEMA. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary […]

< 1 mn read Save the Children (SCI) Nigeria has raised concerns about the dire situation in Borno State, where no fewer than 150,000 children are currently living in 26 Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps following last week’s devastating floods. Many of these children have been separated from their families, increasing their vulnerability. Duncan Harvey, Country Director of SCI […]

< 1 mn read The Igbo General Assembly (IGA) in Europe has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, arguing that this would bring an end to the ongoing agitations and insecurity in the South East. During the 14th Igbo General Assembly held in Sevilla, Spain, IGA […]

< 1 mn read The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) branch, has resumed industrial action as of Wednesday, citing unresolved welfare issues with the six area councils. The strike follows previous actions suspended in October 2023 and January 2024. The decision to strike was communicated in a statement signed by NUT Chairman Mr. Abdullahi Shaf, […]

< 1 mn read From December 9 to 12, 2024, Abuja will host the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) Biannual Conference and General Assembly, featuring prominent figures like President Bola Tinubu, African Development Bank President Akinwunmi Adesina, and Kenyan lawyer and activist Patrick Lumumba. Tinubu will open the event, while Adesina will deliver a keynote address. Other notable speakers […]

< 1 mn read The media office of former Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has claimed that officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) attempted to arrest him on Wednesday night at the Kogi Government Lodge in Asokoro. According to a statement by the ex-governor’s Media Director, Ohiare Michael, the operatives fired gunshots into the air […]