The International Studies Alumni Association of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has paid tribute to late Professor Okello Oculi, a respected Pan-Africanist scholar, vowing to immortalise his legacy through memorials and continued advocacy of his ideals. In a condolence visit to the family residence in Abuja’s Apo district on Sunday, a three-member delegation led by
The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), Kogi State chapter, has paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Head of Service (HOS) in Lokoja, highlighting the association’s role in promoting literary excellence and reviving the reading culture in the State. Led by the chapter chairman, Mr. Y.J. Itopa, the delegation said their mission was
The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse 111, has set a bursary scheme targeting 1000 Itsekiri students in the Warri Federal Constituency, Delta State, as well as in Edo State. The scheme is specifically targeting students in Itsekiri communities in Warri Federal Constituency, Delta Central Senatorial District in Delta State and Itsekiri communities in Edo State.
The US Government Exchange Alumni Association of Nigeria (USGEAAN), Ondo State branch, has announced plans to train secondary school students and community members in practical indigenous tie-and-dye skills, as part of efforts to boost Adire production. The association, established in 2007 by the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, will host the training during a two-day
Retired Deputy Commander General of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), DCG Momodu Sule, has praised the federal government for its move to implement the proposed compulsory NDLEA Integrity Drug Test for all students of tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The former Director of Technical Services at the NDLEA, in a statement, also urged the
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, has awarded full scholarships to 90 outstanding students of his constituency to study at the Sports University of Nigeria in Idumuje-Ugboko. In a statement during the weekend, Senator Nwoko said: “I believe that proper development comes when we invest in the minds and talents of our young people. I
Former Super Eagles stars Felix Owolabi, Tajudeen Disu, and Three-time Olympic medallist Mary Onyali-Omagbemi headline the list of mentors at the inaugural sports camp organised by the Wamufat Youth Community Development Foundation, in collaboration with the Nigeria School Sport Federation, which begins on Monday. Onyali, a five-time Olympian (1988–2004), will be joined by Owolabi and
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, is gripped with fear over the sudden disappearance of a female student, Dorcas Oseghale, who has been missing for four days. Dorcas, a Chemistry student with Matriculation Number CHM/2021/165, was last seen on Thursday evening after informing a friend she was going to buy food at the Students’ Village along
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has reassured the Nigerian Army’s readiness to build an educated, professionally competent, and future-ready army through strategic investment in education. Oluyede disclosed this during the 67th Passing out Parade of the Nigeria Military School (NMS) in Zaria on Saturday. The COAS, who was the Reviewing Officer
The management of Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library has slammed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the “Gestapo-like invasion” of its premises during the early hours of Sunday. Officers of the Commission had reportedly stormed the premises of the library where some people gathered for a private ceremony. The armed men, said to have
