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*A missed opportunity for digital leadership in Edo State; By Linus Itoya* The recent video of the Commissioner for Digital Technology in Edo State cutting grass with a knife has sparked heated debate on the state’s commitment to digital transformation. While the commissioner’s willingness to intervene directly is commendable, it highlights a missed opportunity to showcase the state’s digital capabilities …

Sporting Lagos relegated from NPFL in debut season – Latest sports news in Nigeria The team suffered a 1-0 loss to Shooting Stars on Sunday at the Lekan Salami Stadium, with Christian Pyagbara scoring the decisive goal. Finishing 17th on the log, Sporting Lagos accumulated 46 points in 36 matches. They are joined in relegation …

BREAKING: Abuja mechanics village in flames as soldier stabs mechanic to death Kugbo Mechanics Village, located along the Keffi-Abuja road, has burnt down following the death of a mechanic identified as Yellow Bobo. Yellow Bobo was allegedly stabbed to death by a soldier during an argument, after which the soldier fled. The incident sparked a crisis in the area, with …

Kanayo O Kanayo sues teenage actress Angel Unigwe for ‘breach of contract’ Veteran Nollywood actor and producer, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has sued teenage actress, Angel Unigwe, and her mother for alleged breach of contract. The director claimed that Unigwe breached a filming contract with her production company after her mother came to pick her up. domicile before the expiry of …

Insecurity: Nigerian Army acquires aviation wing and acquires combat helicopters The federal government created an aviation wing for the Nigerian Army and acquired combat helicopters for its operations. According to the Director of Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the BELL UH-1H, HUEY helicopters were received at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on Friday.

Lagos: Cholera patients in Eti-Osa LGA consumed unregistered tiger nut drink As of June 21, Lagos had recorded 24 deaths and 35 confirmed cases of cholera. Ogunyemi said a survey showed that people who visited hospitals said they had consumed a particular tiger nut drink. He said officials were then sent to look for the drink in other locations to …

Gunmen kill an army general in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Police Command, FCT, has launched an investigation into the gruesome murder of a retired Brigadier General of the Nigerian Army, Uwem Harold Udokwe. General Udokwe was assassinated on Saturday by gunmen suspected to be armed robbers. A statement issued by the territory’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, …

The fire engulfs the headquarters of the Christ Embassy in Lagos The premises of Christ Embassy Church, located in Oregun area of ​​Ikeja, Lagos State, reportedly caught fire on Sunday morning. This was revealed on an X-page by a church member with the handle Bass_fenty. Lagos State Fire Service officials are seen in the viral video making efforts to stop …

Ambrose Alli University, a renowned institution in Nigeria’s education sector, has faced numerous challenges in recent years, impacting its operations and reputation. Senator Monday Okpebholo, a seasoned leader, Edo State governorship aspirant and advocate for quality education, has made saving and revitalizing the university a priority. The challenges facing Ambrose Alli University are many and far-reaching. Financial difficulties The university …

Liberia’s Finance Ministry has requested the prosecution of the officials because they have carried out acts that have undermined public trust in the ministry’s provision of services. Monrovia, June 21, 2024: The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP) has requested the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) to prosecute several former officials associated with the purchase and payment of US$145,000.00 to Duke CARMAX, …