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The Management of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has suspended Okoi Godwin Clement, a student in the Department of Physiotherapy, following allegations of sexual molestation of a fellow student during a departmental dinner night at Atekong Drive in Calabar. The suspension, which became effective on August 14, 2024, was communicated …

Thailand’s parliament voted on Friday, August 16, for Paetongtarn Shinawatra to become the country’s next prime minister. The 37-year-old member of Thailand’s most prominent political dynasty received 319 votes in the House of Representatives after being nominated as the sole candidate by her Pheu Thai party’s ruling coalition. Her appointment …

On August 16, 2024, a fire broke out at a seven-story building on Sanni Adewale Street in the Lagos Island Local Government Area. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service received a distress call at 5:17 a.m. Firefighters from Ebute Elefun, Sari, and Lekki 1 stations swiftly responded, arriving at …

Renowned Houston rapper and music producer BeatKing has died at the age of 39. The news was confirmed by his manager, Felder, in a heartfelt Instagram post on August 15, 2024. He expressed the loss by stating, “Today, On August 15, 2024, we lost BeatKing. He has been the best …

The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, attacked the federal government on Wednesday, charging that by providing palliative care, it was turning Nigerians into paupers. He also stated his support for the Patriots’ demand for a new constitution during the Prestige Sisters League’s thank-you tour to …

Presidents Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and Teodoro Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea inked a major deal pertaining to the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project on Wednesday in Malabo. According to Ajuri Ngelale, a spokesman for President Tinubu, the partnership intends to strengthen legislative and regulatory procedures for gas development, with potential …

Flight disruptions loom over Nigeria as aviation workers announce plans for a nationwide strike on August 21, 2024. The action is in response to the Federal Government’s ongoing 50% deduction from the internally generated revenue of key aviation agencies, a move that workers argue jeopardizes the safety of passengers and …

The Lagos State Government, on Thursday, August 16, demolished several houses constructed on the canal along the System 157 – Orchid Road – Eti Osa drainage channels. The action was part of efforts to alleviate flooding and improve drainage systems in anticipation for the rainy season. According to the State …

In response to severe drought conditions affecting Niger State, the Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, led a prayer session on August 15, 2024, at the Eid praying ground in Esso, Bida.  The event, which included traditional and religious leaders as well as local farmers, was held to seek divine intervention …

The Federal Government has announced a plan to recruit 3,500 teachers for Unity Colleges across Nigeria, aiming to improve education quality and provide equal employment opportunities. The Minister of Education, Hon. Yusuf Sununu, revealed this initiative during a two-day National Stakeholders’ Forum on Senior Secondary Education in Nigeria. The recruitment …

Monkeypox is a viral infection that poses a serious threat to humanity. Though not so common, it is a significant public health concern, especially in a place like Nigeria where outbreaks have occurred in recent years. In this article we will learn about the Monkey Pox virus, Mpox symptoms and …

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia has expressed significant concerns about the potential risks to his personal safety and the safety of Saudi citizens if he advances with the normalization of relations with Israel. These fears were brought to light during his discussions with US lawmakers, as reported …

The Nigerian government has been accused of lavish spending and poor contract management after a French court allowed a Chinese firm, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, to seize presidential jets and other offshore assets. The court ruling, which favored the Chinese company, has raised concerns about the government’s sensitivity …

NSITF has set a goal to significantly increase its coverage by enrolling one million new beneficiaries every year. This expansion aims to provide financial protection and security to a larger segment of the population. During a recent retreat with legislative committees, NSITF’s Managing Director, Oluwaseun Faleye, announced plans to extend …

The National Judicial Council has recommended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria. Justice Kekere-Ekun’s recommendation marks a milestone for women in the judiciary, as she becomes the first female CJN in years. The NJC’s 106th meeting, presided over by Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, made the recommendation to …