FG Forms Panel for Osun-Segilola Dispute

Edited and Compiled by Ademoriyo Ololade O The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The Federal Government has established an eight-member committee aimed at resolving the ongoing dispute between the Osun State government and Segilola Resources Operating Limited. The inauguration took place on Wednesday, following a significant escalation in tensions that began when the Osun State government…

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Technology’s Impact on Modern Journalism

Written and compiled by Onwuezobe Victoria chidera The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In today’s digital era, family dynamics have undergone significant changes due to the pervasive influence of technology. What was once a family unit defined by in-person interactions, shared meals, and regular bonding activities has now evolved into a digitally-connected, yet sometimes emotionally distanced,…

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Protesters Take to the Streets Over Economic Hardship in Ondo

On Tuesday, demonstrators flooded the streets of Akure, the Ondo State capital, protesting against the worsening economic conditions under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The protest, which began at the popular Cathedral Church junction, saw participants chanting anti-government slogans, calling on President Tinubu to address issues such as rising hunger, fuel prices, and skyrocketing electricity costs….

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ECOWAS Approves $15 Billion for Lagos-Abidjan Corridor Highway Design

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has given the green light to the design of the $15 billion Lagos-Abidjan corridor highway project, a key initiative aimed at boosting regional economic integration. The approval was announced during the 21st Ministerial Steering Committee meeting, held in Lagos, Nigeria, and chaired by Nigeria’s Minister of Works,…

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Tinubu Urges UN to Prioritize Debt Forgiveness for Nigeria, Developing Nations

President Bola Tinubu has called on the United Nations to prioritize debt forgiveness for Nigeria and other developing countries, urging creditors and multilateral financial institutions to provide relief. Tinubu’s appeal was made during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where he was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima….

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150 Suspected Internet Fraud Trainees Arrested at ‘Yahoo-Yahoo’ School in Delta Army Estate

Military personnel from the 3 Battalion Nigerian Army barracks in Effurun, Delta State, have apprehended 150 youths suspected of engaging in internet fraud. The suspects were arrested at an alleged cybercrime training facility located within the Army Estate, Effurun, Uvwie, and have been handed over to the police for prosecution. According to reports, the arrests…

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Governor Eno Explains Why Palliative Measures Are Unsustainable Amid Economic Hardship

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has clarified that the state government cannot maintain the current palliative distribution program aimed at supporting vulnerable households in all 31 local government areas. During a media briefing held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo, to mark the state’s 37th anniversary on September 23, 2024, Governor Eno…

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Edo Election: Civil Society Group Raises Concerns Over Security and Vote Buying

As the Edo State governorship election approaches, the Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), a civil society organization, has expressed concerns regarding the security situation and the potential for vote buying. The election is scheduled for Saturday. KDI highlighted the possibility of a low voter turnout, predicting that participation may not exceed that of the 2020 election,…

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National Library of Nigeria Facing Serious Challenges, Says National Librarian

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Library of Nigeria (NLN), Professor Veronica Chinwe Anunobi, has raised concerns about the country’s apex library and its documented heritage, warning that the institution is facing significant threats. Anunobi made this statement during her administration’s third annual press conference, highlighting the alarming state of the National Library and…

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NERC Fines DisCos N9.11bn for Overbilling Unmetered Customers

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has imposed fines totaling N9.11 billion on the country’s 11 electricity distribution companies (DisCos) for overbilling unmetered customers through estimated billing practices. The penalties were announced in the September 2024 Supplementary Order of the Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO), released by NERC on Friday. While NERC kept the electricity tariff…

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Pakistani Community in Nigeria Pays Tribute to Fallen Heroes

The Pakistani High Commissioner to Nigeria, Retired Maj-Gen. Sohail Khan, has highlighted Pakistan’s significant contribution to global peacekeeping efforts, noting that the country’s armed forces have been the largest contributors to United Nations peacekeeping missions since 1960. Speaking at the annual Defence and Martyrs Day commemoration in Abuja, Maj-Gen. Khan underscored the bravery of Pakistan’s…

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NANS Urges Dialogue Over Protests in Response to Fuel Price Hike

The Forum of Zonal Coordinators of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has advocated for constructive dialogue instead of protests in response to the recent increase in petrol prices. The coordinators emphasized that engaging in discussions with relevant stakeholders would be a more effective way to address the issue and find sustainable solutions, rather…

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NUF Congratulates New DSS Chief Ajayi, Praises President Tinubu

The National Unity Forum (NUF), a non-governmental organization focused on promoting national unity and diversity, has extended warm congratulations to Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi on his recent appointment as Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement released by the NUF’s National Coordinator, Comrade Godwin Meliga, on Wednesday,…

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NANS Disclaims Involvement in Planned Protests Over Fuel Price Hike

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has disassociated itself from a widely circulated notice claiming that the student body is organizing nationwide protests on September 15, 2024, in response to the recent fuel price hike. Speaking to Newsmen, NANS national president, Comrade Lucky Emonefe, clarified that no such protest has been planned, labeling the…

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