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Strike: SSANU rejects FG’s promises, demands direct payment

The National President of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, Mohammed Ibrahim, on Monday, warned that the nationwide strike would continue indefinitely until members of the union receive the payment of their withheld salaries. Ibrahim disclosed this when he was featured as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today. SSANU and the Non-Academic Staff...
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NASENI, firm to unveil made-in-Nigeria laptops, tablets

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure and Imose Technologies Ltd have partnered to launch a new line of made-in-Nigeria laptops and tablets tailored for Nigerian consumers. This development was disclosed in a Monday statement by the Deputy Director of Information at NASENI, Chima Akwaja. The 14-inch NASENI Zedon X-Pro laptop is equipped with...
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FG urges NCoS to prioritise inmate rehabilitation

The Federal Government has directed the Nigerian Correctional Service to prioritise inmate rehabilitation, reform, and respect for human rights in its operations. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, issued the directive in Abuja on Monday at the opening of a two-day performance contract signing retreat for the Interior Ministry and heads of its paramilitary agencies....
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NAF fighter jets kill scores of terrorists in Borno

Air strikes by the Nigerian Air Force have killed scores of Boko Haram terrorists at different locations in Borno State. In one of the locations identified as Bula Marwa, the intelligence revealed that it served as a high-level meeting site for terrorist leaders. A statement on Monday by the Air spokesperson, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa,...
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Blackout: Tinubu orders swift restoration of power to North

President Bola Tinubu on Monday directed the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and relevant agencies to speed up the pace of work to restore electricity to all the affected states in the North. He also warned that the government will no longer condone deliberate sabotage and destruction of public utilities. Tinubu gave the directive at...
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Ballon d’Or: Barcelona wonder kid Yamal claims 2024 Kopa Trophy

Barcelona’s 17-year-old forward Lamine Yamal has been crowned the winner of the prestigious 2024 Kopa Trophy, establishing himself as the world’s top young footballer. “LAMINE YAMAL IS THE 2024 KOPA TROPHY! The 17-year-old Spanish wonder boy can’t be stopped!” Ballon d’Or organisers announced via X, celebrating the Spanish international’s achievement. The teenage sensation topped an...
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Expert calls for investment in Biotech to achieve SDGs

A China-based Nigerian scientist, Dr. Arome Odiba, has called for significant investment in biotechnology to help Nigeria achieve its Sustainable Development Goals. He made the call in a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Monday, noting that modern biotechnology, combined with indigenous practices, could play a crucial role in addressing Nigeria’s pressing issues of...
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Olubadan again warns Mogajis against negative conduct 

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Owolabi Olakulehin, on Monday, warned the newly installed Mogajis and Baales not to involve in negative conduct that could tarnish their images. He gave the warning during the installation of nine Mogajis and five Baales in Ibadanland, held at his palace, in Oke Aremo, Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo...
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