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The Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, through its Centre for Continuing Professional Education, Faculty of Philology, has completed a transformative six-month professional training programme across Nigeria and Ghana. The programme which impacted over 1,500 participants, was held in two phases, from January to March 2024, focusing on key areas such as academic writing, research publication, and entrepreneurial journalism, among others. This was disclosed in a statement made available to Statereporters Online on Sunday. Led by the project leader, Dr. Muhammad Mustapha, alongside esteemed scholars from both the RUDN University and partner institutions, the programme spanned multiple cities including Kaduna, Kwara,…
Ace Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, popularly known as Omosexy, has opened up about the reasons behind her intermittent breaks from the Nollywood film industry. In a recent social media post, the 46-year-old star revealed that her periodic hiatuses are intentional, allowing her time to relax, reflect, and recharge after long stints of work. Addressing the curiosity of her fans, Omotola explained, “I know many don’t understand why I step away from movies for a few years and then come back again!” She added, “I’ve seen fans asking when I’ll return to the screen, but when you’ve been working since 15…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reverse the recent petrol price hike by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). SERAP also urged Tinubu to investigate alleged corruption and mismanagement within the NNPCL. The organization stated that the price hike is unconstitutional and unfair to citizens facing economic hardships. They emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the oil sector to prevent future price increases.
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Mr. Ebenezer Ige as Senior Special Assistant for Civil Society Engagement. A statement by the governor’s spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, received in Osogbo on Saturday, said Ige’s appointment is in line with Adeleke’s commitment to strong and effective engagement with all parties across the state. “The appointment of Mr. Ige Oluwasegun Ebenezer is in line with the commitment of Governor Adeleke to foster strong partnerships with civil society organizations and ensure effective engagement with all stakeholders across the state. “Governor Adeleke has also ordered the suspension of the former Special Assistant on…
Former presidential flag-bearer of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has claimed that the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is dead and buried. Kwankwaso, a former Kano State Governor and leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement spoke during the inauguration of a renovated party office in Katsina State on Saturday, September 7, 2024. He stressed that he and his followers dumped the PDP because the party was already dead. “I wish to remind you that PDP is dead because we left the party. Since they have gone out of the line, we decided to check out,” he…
Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun has appealed to President Bola Tinubu, to quickly address the growing hunger and economic hardship in the country. He said the recent increment in the fuel pump price will no doubt worsen the hardship the masses were currently going through.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says miracle water, soap and other products being sold to the public by Prophet, Jeremiah Omoto are unregistered. This is contained in a statement by the agency’s Resident Media Consultant, Olusayo Akintola, in Abuja on Sunday. According to Akintola, Omoto is operating with Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries, KM 5, Effurun, Sapele Road, Delta State. He said that the suspect was selling miracle water, miracle soap, and other unregistered products to unsuspected Nigerians, claiming that they were all NAFDAC-approved. He said that NAFDAC got the hint through a series…
Victor Osimhen returned from the football wilderness to help the Super Eagles of Nigeria beat the Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, yesterday, September 7, 2024. Recall that Victor Osimhen was the last player to arrive in the Super Eagles camp due to his transfer tussle in Europe. He was almost stuck at Napoli this summer even though he had made it clear that he wanted to leave the club. After failing to secure a move to Premier League club Chelsea and Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli due to disagreement in the financial aspect of the deal,…
The APC candidate for Edo governorship election, Monday Okpebholo, is under scrutiny once more following a controversial verbal slip at a campaign event in Ovia-north LGA this Thursday, which quickly sparked viral reactions across social media platforms. The gaffe occurred shortly after Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, addressed the crowd, highlighting the dire security situation affecting local farmers. “This land is blessed with huge arable land, but our farmers cannot go to the farm because of insecurity,” Oshiomhole remarked, setting the stage for Okpebholo’s blunder. In response to the concerns raised, Okpebholo intended to assure the audience of his…
No fewer than 196 Nigerian soldiers have tendered their resignation letters to Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, citing corruption, low morale, and deteriorating security conditions. This mass resignation comes at a time when the country’s military is grappling with severe security challenges, especially in the North-East, where insurgency and terrorism have been ongoing issues. The soldiers, mainly from junior ranks, submitted their applications for voluntary retirement, with some reportedly expressing interest in joining the military forces of other nations, including the British Army, Ukrainian forces, and various Commonwealth nations. The resignations have been approved by the Army leadership,…