Prof. Damian Opata, retired Professor of English at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) Prof. Damian Opata, retired Professor of English at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has applauded President Bola Tinubu for declaring a security emergency, calling it a decisive move in the right direction. The announcement, which includes increased recruitment for the
Mohammed Ibrahim, SSANU National President The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has issued a stern warning of a total industrial action in 2026 if the Federal Government fails to present a “credible and realistic” offer to non-teaching university staff before December 31, 2025. The declaration followed the union’s 53rd National Executive Council (NEC)
Akio Jonah Kikpoye, President of the Rivers State Students Union, ABU Zaria Chapter Indigenes of Rivers State studying at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, have appealed to Governor Siminalayi Fubara to introduce bursary support, scholarships, and other incentives to alleviate their financial challenges. The President of the Rivers Students’ Union, ABU chapter, Akio Kikpoye, made
ITAN Global Publishing (IGP), has officially launched ITAN Global Publishing (IGP), a Lagos-based self-publishing and distribution platform, has officially launched, aiming to address long-standing challenges faced by African authors. The platform seeks to democratise publishing and connect African writers with global audiences. IGP provides free publishing tools, AI-driven book discovery, marketing support, and a marketplace
Bimbo Ashiru, Chairman of the National Organising Committee, 2025 CIoD Annual Directors’ Conference The Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria has highlighted the critical role of sound governance and effective leadership in driving national economic growth and sustainable enterprise development. Speaking at the 2025 CIoD Annual Directors’ Conference in Abuja, Chairman of the National Organising
The Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria has urged the Federal Government to ensure that the implementation of the new tax regime directly translates into tangible improvements in infrastructure, security, healthcare, and education. Speaking at a tax symposium organised by the Institute’s Professional Service Group, CIoD President and Chairman, Otunba Adetunji Oyebanji, described tax reform
Otunba Adetunji Oyebanji, President and Chairman, Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria The Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) Nigeria has emphasised the critical importance of corporate reputation, ethical leadership, and strong governance structures in today’s volatile business environment. At its December induction ceremony, themed “Leadership, Governance and Resilience: Strengthening Corporate Reputation in Times of Crisis,”
Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service, at the CIPM conference President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has commended the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) for its crucial role in advancing the nation’s human capital agenda, describing the Institute as a key partner in building a future-ready workforce. Opening CIPM’s 57th
Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, President and Chairman of the Governing Council of CIPM The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) inducted 1,261 new members at its 68th Induction Ceremony in Lagos, reiterating that practising HR without CIPM certification breaches Nigerian law. President and Chairman of Council, Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, FCIPM, FNLI, urged
Commodore Abimbola Ayuba (Rtd_), NIM President The Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) (NIM) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting world-class management practices during the 2025 Management Day Lecture at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, held in honour of management pioneer Peter Drucker, focused on “Sustainable and Purpose-Driven Organisations: ESG, Circular Economy and
