Professor Florence Obi, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar (UniCal), has stated that Nigerian universities cannot achieve financial autonomy as long as they are not allowed to collect tuition fees from students. She emphasized that university workers’ salaries are still paid by the government, and capital grants for development are also provided. According to […]
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The Appeal Court upholds Jacob Ajegana Kudu’s victory for the Nasarawa Eggon East Constituency
In a landmark judgment delivered on Tuesday at the Appeal Court sitting in Abuja, the victory of Hon. Jacob Ajegana Kudu, representing the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the Nasarawa Eggon East Constituency election has been affirmed. The ruling dismisses the petition filed by Ibrahim Muhammed, the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), challenging […]
“Boost Your Confidence: 7 Daily Activities for a More Empowered You”
Morning Affirmations: Start your day with positive self-affirmations to reinforce your self-worth. Powerful Posture: Adopt a confident posture – stand tall, shoulders back, and head held high to influence your mental state. Skill Development: Invest time in mastering a skill you’re passionate about to naturally boost your confidence. Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Prioritize regular exercise and […]
“Emirates Orders 90 Boeing Aircraft, Flydubai Enters Widebody Arena”
Emirates has announced a substantial expansion with an order for 90 additional Boeing 777X twinjets valued at $52 billion. The order includes 55 777-9s, set for delivery from 2025, and 35 of the smaller 777-8s, scheduled to arrive in 2030. Emirates Group chief Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum revealed that the airline would be […]
“Davido and Chioma Make First Public Appearance After Twins’ Birth, Stirring Online Reactions”
“Davido and Chioma, the renowned couple, stepped into the public eye together for the first time since welcoming their twins, prompting a range of reactions online. The pair attended a family event in Atlanta, USA, drawing attention and diverse comments from fans. While some celebrated Chioma’s relaxed and beautiful appearance, others criticized her for leaving […]
“FC Porto Manager Dismisses Injury Concerns for Zaidu Sanusi After Comeback Win”
FC Porto manager, Sérgio Conceição, has played down concerns about Nigerian international Zaidu Sanusi suffering another injury. Sanusi was substituted early in Porto’s 2-1 comeback victory against Vitoria Guimaraes, raising worries among fans due to his recent injury history. Despite drawing level for Porto with a goal, Sanusi was replaced by Galeno in the 55th […]
Naira experiences a 22.1% decline as the equities market sees a turnover of N45.3 billion.
The Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) witnessed the naira’s depreciation by 22.1%, reaching N996.75/$. The total turnover in the market fell by 7.4% week-to-date to $545.89 million, with trades occurring in the N700 to N1,100/$ range. In the forwards market, exchange rates dropped over the past month: three-month (-10% to N890.19/$), six-month (-10.3% to […]
the beginning of our journey towards achieving our 2024 target of 2.5 million barrels per day,” she added.
In summary, the Russia-Ukraine war has reshaped the dynamics of global crude oil flows, impacting Nigerian exports. While demand from India has decreased due to increased preference for discounted Russian barrels, Europe has seen a rise in Nigerian crude imports to fill the gap left by the ban on Russian crude. The conflict, coupled with […]
Judiciary’s Double Standards: A Danger to Our Democracy
Ochereome Nnanna, in his piece, raises concerns about the perceived double standards in the Nigerian judiciary, particularly in election-related cases. He points out instances where pre-election matters are brought before election tribunals, contrary to established legal procedures. Nnanna expresses worry about the potential erosion of the judiciary’s credibility and calls for adherence to the principles […]
Secondary School Teacher Arrested for Allegedly Raping Two Girls in Ogun State
A secondary school teacher identified as Olaniran Lateef has been arrested in Abeokuta, Ogun State, for allegedly raping two girls. Lateef, a 43-year-old mathematics teacher at Ebenezer Grammar School, was apprehended after a complaint was lodged against him. The Commissioner for Women Affairs in Ogun State, Motunrayo Adeleye, stated that a member of their team […]