Xpress Payment Solutions Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Wale Olayisade as the company’s Acting Managing Director, effective June 1, 2025. The appointment follows the retirement of Dr. (Mrs.) Markie Idowu, who successfully led the company for the past five years. In a statement issued by the Board of Directors, the company expressed […]
In a major diplomatic and cultural milestone, the government of the Netherlands is set to return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria on June 21, 2025, marking one of the largest single repatriations of looted African artifacts in recent history. The formal handover ceremony will take place at the National Museum in Lagos, after which […]
The Senate Committee on Local Content, led by its Chairman, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, has commenced an official oversight visit to the headquarters of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The visit, which began on Thursday, is aimed at evaluating the Board’s compliance with and implementation of the Nigerian […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially unveiled the final list of contestants for the upcoming Anambra State governorship election, scheduled to take place on November 8, 2025. This development comes after the completion of the candidate substitution process and verification of personal particulars submitted by participating political parties. According to Sam […]
Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky has decried a devastating drone attack in central Ukraine, resulting in the loss of three lives from the same family, including an infant. The fatalities were caused by a drone strike that targeted a residential area in the city of Pryluky. President Zelensky condemned the actions of Moscow, stating […]
The Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT) has sounded the alarm over the escalating problem of substance abuse among young Nigerians. According to Stanley Ugagbe, NACAT’s Operational Manager, the younger generation, particularly students, must be aware of the harsh consequences of indulging in illicit activities. At the launch of the Student Network Against […]
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has announced that the National Assembly’s decision to approve President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills was motivated by a desire to promote the country’s overall well-being. According to Akpabio’s spokesperson, Eseme Eyiboh, the bills were passed after a lengthy and thorough process that involved input from various stakeholders and prioritized […]
In a display of resilience and academic excellence, Dr. Chidera Ugoh, a 22-year-old native of Umueze Umuhu in Ngor Okpala Local Government Area, Imo State, has emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Medical Student of Gregory University Uturu (GUU) in Abia State. Dr. Ugoh was honored during the university’s third medical induction ceremony, […]
The University of Benin (UNIBEN), in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT), has officially inducted 158 graduates from its Department of Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) into professional practice. The induction ceremony took place on Wednesday at the university’s Ugbowo Campus and marked a major milestone in the academic and […]
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has lauded Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of university lecturers in the state. The commendation was made during a recent meeting between ASUU representatives and the governor at the Government House in Lafia. ASUU officials highlighted several initiatives undertaken by Governor […]
