By Ayomide Otitoju The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has urged the Federal Government to increase funding for public universities, stressing that sustainable investment in education remains the only way to end recurring strikes and improve Nigeria’s global university rankings. ASUU made the appeal on Friday when it appeared before the Senate Committee on…
By Ayomide Otitoju A Moroccan student has been sentenced to one year in prison in connection with the country’s recent youth-led protests, marking the first publicly known jail term linked to the Gen Z demonstrations, his lawyer told AFP on Friday. According to lawyer Mohamed Nouini, the student was convicted of “participating in an unauthorised…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian music superstar and award-winning singer, Tiwa Savage, has ignited social media discussions after disclosing that she would consider becoming a second wife. The Afrobeats icon made the revelation during a candid conversation on the American podcast Lip Service, which began trending across various platforms on Friday. Speaking on the challenges of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The South-West Local Government Party Chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have lauded Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for his significant investments in the state’s agro-cargo airport and seaport projects. The chairmen said the two landmark projects would play a pivotal role in boosting Ogun’s economy and improving the livelihoods…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Olowu of Kuta, His Royal Majesty Oba Dr. Hammed Oyelude Makama, CON, Tegbosun III, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 51st birthday. In a statement personally signed by him, Oba Makama praised the Ooni’s unwavering commitment to…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Heads of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Group, chaired in 2025 by the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), convened on Friday to assess progress on joint initiatives and outline key priorities for future collaboration. During the meeting, the Heads commended the deepened cooperation achieved under the CEB’s leadership, building on the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State has taken a historic step toward transforming its transport landscape with the official launch of the €410 million Omi-Eko Inland Waterways Infrastructure Project, developed in partnership with the European Union (EU) and other international partners. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who performed the groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, described the project as a…
By Ayomide Otitoju Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its dedication to delivering exceptional customer experiences and fostering deeper partnerships through strategic engagement. This commitment was highlighted during its recently held Global Trade Forum in Ibadan, which brought together key stakeholders, business leaders, and customers from across the South-West region to explore growth opportunities and strengthen collaborations….
By Ayomide Otitoju No fewer than 578 young entrepreneurs across Nigeria have benefited from Unity Bank’s Corpreneurship Challenge, the Bank’s flagship entrepreneurial development initiative designed to empower youth and drive economic growth. Over the years, Unity Bank has supported aspiring entrepreneurs across diverse sectors, helping them start businesses, create jobs, and contribute to national development….
