As the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, proposed nationwide warning strike kicked off today, streets and businesses in some areas of the Osun State capital, Osogbo, have been deserted. It was observed that the some business owners did not open their businesses for the day, and residents were indoors. However, at Owode-Ede market on the outskirts…
The Management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo, has announced the indefinite suspension of academic activities with immediate effect. This is contained in a statement issued by the institution’s Head, Corporate Affairs, Otunba Mike Aladenika, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Benin. Aladenika said the suspension of activities…
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, will today begin a two-day warning strike after shunning a meeting with the Federal Government over increasing hardship and suffering across the country caused by the removal of fuel subsidy. This came as the Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon Lalong, yesterday warned that the strike will worsen the plights…
Big Brother Naija All Stars house guest, Omashola, has emerged as the Head of House for week 7. He replaced Doyin as the HOH for this week after winning the ‘Ball Game of Luck.’ The Head of House game comprises a series of endurance and mental challenges that test the housemates’ strength and endurance. In…
Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo, has refuted the allegations that his marriage had crashed due to infidelity. The actor addressed this via his Instagram page on Monday. He stated that he does not owe anyone an explanation for any decisions he makes regarding his life. Ninalowo, also added that the interview, in which he admitted to…
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed joy and happiness over the approval granted University of Ilesa by the National University Commission (NUC) to run 32 courses for the 2023/2024 academic session. This was contained in a release issued by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed on Monday and made available to…
The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for the spirited effort put in place for accelerated approval of the National Universities Commission for the newly established University of Ilesa. The PDP in a statement signed by it’s chairman, Hon Sunday Bisi also congratulated the University of Ilesa Community…
General Brice Oligui Nguema, who led a coup last week that toppled Gabon’s 55-year-old dynasty, took the oath of office as interim president on Monday, promising to hold “free… (and) transparent elections” after an unspecified period. Oligui, head of the elite Republican Guard, led officers in a coup on Wednesday against President Ali Bongo Ondimba,…
The rising costs of living and operations are limiting access to education and beyond the reach of many parents. While many are already considering the option of enrolling their wards in public schools, others will be adding to the out-of-school group, Iyabo Lawal writes. As private school operators increase fees for primary and secondary students…
The 16th edition of the biggest award ceremony that celebrates Afrobeats and African culture took place on Sunday at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta. The show, tagged ‘Celebrating African Renaissance,’ saw A-list artistes from the continent of Africa converge to celebrate the creativity of Pan-African talent and the event honors the best…
