Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
In a bid to deepen the growth and sustainability of micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) on the continent, Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to host the last edition of its quarterly business series for the year. The event themed“Profit with Purpose, Business Continuity,” is slated to hold on Thursday, November 21st 2024, by 12 PM at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre, UBA House, Marina, Lagos. Additionally, intending participants are expected to register via the Registration Link at https://ubagroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UG0EUWSLTZqu91jSMSih5w. The UBA Business Series is a regular seminar/workshop organised by the bank as capacity-building initiatives for…
The 1984 set of alumni of the University of Ilorin (Unilorin) on Tuesday donated a cadaver-simulating machine, known as anatomage table, to the College of Health Sciences of the institution. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that an anatomage table offers a life-sized digital representation of the human body. It allows the visualisation, manipulation, and virtual dissection of complex anatomical structures, using detailed 3-D (three-dimensional) models. NAN also reports that the donation was part of the activities to mark their 40th anniversary as old students of the institution. Dr Ebun Bamgboye, Class Head of 1984 set, who spoke on…
Super Eagles Coach, Augustine Eguavoen, who was not happy with his team’s 1-2 loss to Rwanda in the ongoing AFCON 2025 qualifier, said the team played below standard. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the match which was played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo witnessed a goalless first half. Eguavoen who spoke after the match on Monday, said it was a sad day for the team to lose to Rwanda in Uyo, as it had strategised to win the match. He, however, expressed confidence in the players`ability, as football is all about winning, losing or…
•Says Nigeria Ready to Represent UN Security Council President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has endorsed the creation of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, championed by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil. This was contained in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. NPO reports that Tinubu made the assertion on Monday at the 19th G20 Leaders Summit opening session in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He lauded the initiative and described it as the right step to address one of the world’s most significant challenges. Tinubu further noted that the…
The Nigeria Railway Corporation has unveiled the new Aremi Olusegun Osoba Train Station in Ibadan. This was announced via the corporation’s X handle on Tuesday. The station named named after the former Governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba is located at Olodo area in Ibadan. The post further affirmed that it is open for operation on its Lagos-Ibadan Train Service. “Aremo Olusegun Osoba Station (Olodo) is now open for operational use on Lagos- Ibadan Train Service (LITS).” The post read. This move by the NRC further reflects its commitment to creating easier and flexible commuting. NPO also reports that the…
President Bola Tinubu has re-designated the positions of two recently appointed officials in the State House media and communications team to enhance efficiency within the government’s communication machinery. This was announced by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. Mr Sunday Dare, hitherto Special Adviser on Public Communication and National Orientation, is now Special Adviser, Media and Public Communications. “Mr Daniel Bwala, announced last week as Special Adviser, Media and Public Communication, is now Special Adviser Policy Communication. “These appointments, along with the existing role of Special Adviser, Information and Strategy, underscore that there is no single individual spokesperson…
Operative of the Department of State Services (DSS), have reportedly arrested the Peoples Democratic Party, 2023 governorship candidate, Ladi Adebutu over unauthorized police attacks during the just concluded local government election in Ogun State. NPO reports that the Local Government election in the state held on Saturday, 16th of November 2024. According to information gathered by NPO Reports, some unauthorized policemen from Mopol 46 in Lagos opened fire on the All Progressives Congress (APC), Vice Chairmanship candidate, Muhammed Efuwape. There were also reports of PDP thugs riding on motorcycles, attempting to snatch ballot boxes. Amidst the chaos that ensued, the…
The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abidoun, has sworn-in the twenty newly elected Local Government chairmen in the state. This was announced via an X post from the Governor’s official handle on Monday. The inauguration took place at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto in Abeokuta. NPO reports that the election took place on Saturday, 16th of November 2024. Abiodun urged them to uphold to principles of democracy at the grassroots level. “At the swearing-in ceremony of the twenty newly elected Local Government Chairmen and their Vice Chairmen, we reminded them of the sacred duty to uphold the principles of democracy…
Amnesty International has called on the Borno State Government to release the detained minors in custody over participation in the End Bad Governance protest. This was contained in an X post by the civil society organization, on Monday. “Borno state government is still putting minors through a sham trial for participating in the #EndBadGovernance protest. “Those on trial have already spent over three months detained in a deplorable condition. “All those on trial for protesting must be released unconditionally.” NPO reports that the End Bad Governance held across the nationwide from the 1st to 10th of August 2024 over the…
The National Security Adviser (NSA) to the president, Nuhu Ribadu, is set to deliver the keynote address at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) high level-meeting. is set to deliver the keynote address at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) high level-meeting. This was contained in a statement by the Executive Director, WSCIJ, Motunrayo Alaka on Monday. It is slated to hold on the 21st of November, 2024 in Abuja. The program will feature leaders of the security sector and other stakeholders on enhancing journalists’ safety and strengthening civic space. It aims to highlight the media’s…