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Stanbic IBTC Launches 2024 Digital Skills Development Programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 22, 2024

The Digital Skills Empowerment Programme (DiSEP) is a strategic initiative to identify and nurture digitally skilled individuals, equipping them with essential training and development to support Stanbic IBTC Group’s digital transformation efforts. This programme also addresses the shortage of

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Canada Cancels Conversion of Study Permits to Permanent Residency for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 19, 2024

The Canadian government has implemented significant changes to its immigration policies, effectively eliminating the pathway for international students to transition from study permits to permanent residency. As part of these adjustments, international students will now be required to return to their home countries once their study visas expire. The government has also

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Canada Increases Work Hour Limit for International Students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 17, 2024

International students in Canada can now work additional hours during the academic term following a policy update by the Canadian government. Effective November 8, 2024, the maximum allowable work hours for international students have been increased from 20 to 24 hours per week. This adjustment aims to provide students with greater flexibility to balance their […]

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Lafarge Africa celebrates 40 female graduates of tiling and block making programme

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 13, 2024

Lafarge Africa Plc, a leader in sustainable building solutions, celebrated the graduation of 40 women from its Female Tilers and Block Making Training Programme at an event held at the Civic Centre in Lagos. This milestone is part of Lafarge Africa’s commitment to gender equality and empowering women, drawing attendance from government officials and industry […]

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19 Directors Fail Permanent Secretary Qualifying Exam

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 13, 2024

Out of 38 directors shortlisted for permanent secretary positions within the Federal Civil Service, 19 did not pass the qualifying examination. In October, it was reported that the Federal Government, via the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, began the process of appointing new permanent secretaries to fill vacancies across eight […]

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UCH spends approximately N80 million monthly on electricity bills—JOHESU

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 12, 2024

Mr. Oladayo Olabampe, Chairman of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, revealed that the hospital currently spends about N80 million monthly on electricity bills, despite facing severe financial difficulties. Due to the hospital’s inability to maintain these payments, the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC)

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Patients Protest Power Outage at UCH

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 12, 2024

Patients at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Oyo State, have protested against an extended lack of electricity and water, criticising its severe impact on essential healthcare services. The blackout, imposed by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC), has left UCH without power for 17 consecutive days, hindering critical operations such as

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3 Police Officers Detained over Alleged Murder of KWASU Student

Fadiran Ifeloluwa November 9, 2024

Three police officers have been arrested and detained in connection with the alleged fatal beating of Suleiman Olayinka, a student at Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, at Tanke Bridge in Ilorin. The spokesperson for the state police command, DSP Ejire Adeyemi Toun, confirmed the development in a statement released in Ilorin on Friday. Reports indicate […]

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Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) 2025 Catalyst Grant Application

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 31, 2024

The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) is now accepting applications from eligible organizations for the 2024/25 Youth Leadership Development Funds. This grant initiative focuses on empowering youth and building a strong youth ecosystem throughout Nigeria. Grants will be awarded to selected organizations capable of operating as regional hubs, aligning with NYFF’s

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Julius Berger 2024 Internship Program for Students and Graduates

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 31, 2024

As Nigeria’s leading construction company, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has been at the forefront of combining tradition with forward-thinking solutions for over 50 years, leveraging extensive local knowledge to deliver exceptional construction projects. Our approach is international, responsible, and adaptive, continually exploring innovative paths to provide our

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BOI/Federal Government MSME Intervention Loan 2024 (N75 Billion Fund)

Fadiran Ifeloluwa October 30, 2024

Unlock new financial opportunities with the Federal Government’s N75 Billion MSME Intervention Program, designed to uplift Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. This program is here to support MSMEs in reducing production costs, generating employment, boosting agricultural output, and driving economic growth nationwide. Whether you’re an

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Google News Initiative JournalismAI Innovation Challenge 2024

Fadiran Ifeloluwa September 9, 2024

The JournalismAI Innovation Challenge, supported by the Google News Initiative, aims to fund projects from news publishers to combat misinformation and disinformation, experiment with new formats for mobile, video, and audio, and increase subscriptions and revenue. The JournalismAI team at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) has devised a nine-month

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Israeli airstrike kills 100 people in Gaza school

Fadiran Ifeloluwa August 10, 2024

100 people have been killed after an Israeli attack on a school in Gaza housing displaced persons. The school, which is located in Gaza City’s Daraj neighbourhood, was reportedly targeted during morning prayers on Saturday. It was also reported that women, children, and the elderly were among those killed. According to an Israeli military statement, […]

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Oxford University confers honorary doctorate degree on Okonjo-Iweala

Fadiran Ifeloluwa June 20, 2024

The University of Oxford in England has bestowed an honorary doctorate on Nigeria’s Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director General of the World Trade Organisation. The former Nigerian Minister of Finance revealed this in a post on her X page on Wednesday, where she shared photos of her husband and daughter, who were there at the event, as […]

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FUOYE student completes 200-hour drumming marathon, awaits GWR confirmation

Fadiran Ifeloluwa May 9, 2024

Olaniyi Israel Adewale, a student at the Federal University of Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), completed a 200-hour drumming marathon to set a new world record by an individual. Adewale, also known as Enny Percussions, began a 150-hour attempt on April 29 with an African talking drum. After completing 150 hours of drumming, the 300-level computer science student […]

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Top 8 highest paying courses in Nigeria

Fadiran Ifeloluwa May 8, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of Nigeria’s educational and professional sectors, the choice of a career path can significantly impact one’s earning potential and future prospects. Amidst a myriad of options, certain courses stand out for their lucrative nature, offering not only financial rewards but also esteemed career paths. These courses not only promise

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Corps member allegedly rapes Osun university student

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 5, 2024

Soji Ezekiel, a man presently serving a one-year National Youth Service Corps term, was detained by Osun State police on suspicion of raping an Osun State University undergraduate. The female victim (name withheld) allegedly went to Soji’s room to charge her phone after he allegedly took advantage of the local power outage to force her […]

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Ogun empowers women with financial literacy

Fadiran Ifeloluwa March 4, 2024

To combat poverty, the Ogun State Government has empowered women through the ‘Oko-Owo Dapo’ empowerment project, which teaches them financial literacy. Adijat Adeleye, Ogun State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, presented a keynote presentation at the beginning of the ‘Training Of Trainers Workshop on Financial Education’ in

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US organisation, group provide robotics and E-STEM training to Kwara teachers and students

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 8, 2024

A non-governmental organisation called Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSFaI) in collaboration with two US organisations, Pratt and Whitney and the North American Association for Environmental Education, have organised E-STEM (Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and robotics training programmes for teachers in Kwara State. Michael

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NGX dedicated to promoting financial literacy among youths

Fadiran Ifeloluwa February 6, 2024

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) has declared the publication of the most recent edition of NGX StockTown, a distinctive comic book intended to encourage financial literacy among the country’s younger generation. NGX StockTown is the Exchange’s fulfilment of a long-held, passionate dream to enable people of all income levels to make wise financial decisions