By Ayomide Otitoju The National Universities Commission (NUC) has announced the upgrade of select medical-related programmes in Nigerian universities from Bachelor’s degree to doctoral status. This development was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by the Acting Director of Public Affairs, Franca Chukwuonwo, who highlighted the rationale behind the decision. According to her, the upgrade…
Unlike the United States, the UK has refrained from calling for an outright ban on TikTok, despite mounting concerns about how the app could potentially be exploited by the Chinese government for data collection or public influence. Peter Kyle, a prominent UK lawmaker, expressed unease over TikTok’s ownership structure and its handling of user data….
By Ayomide Otitoju The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc is set to hold a special Knowledge Series webinar aimed at educating Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) on the 2024 Withholding Tax Regulations recently introduced by the federal government. Themed “2024 Withholding Tax Regulations: Specific Emphasis on How They Affect SMEs,” the webinar will take…
In a dramatic development, the Nigeria Police Force has implicated Sterling Bank in allegations of money laundering, fraudulent deductions, and financial mismanagement involving its staff. The allegations were unveiled during a public hearing conducted by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions following a petition by Maiden Systems Ltd against Sterling Bank, the Central…
By Ayomide Otitoju To commemorate the 2025 International Day of Education, Airtel Nigeria organized a nationwide essay competition, showcasing the creativity and talent of primary school pupils across its adopted schools. The initiative, held under Airtel’s Employee Volunteer Scheme (EVS), underscores the telecommunications company’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and empowering young learners. Open to…
By Ayomide Otitoju Operatives of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police Special Squad have apprehended two additional suspects linked to the kidnapping of Mrs. Folashade Odumosu, wife of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu. The arrests follow the directive of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to track down the remaining…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to enhancing the welfare and professionalism of the Nigerian armed forces. Speaking on Thursday at the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Defence Complex and the inauguration of an army barracks named after him in Abuja, Tinubu lauded the sacrifices of military personnel and…
US President Donald Trump, in his first major address to global leaders since returning to the White House, warned businesses on Thursday to manufacture in the United States or face tariffs. Speaking remotely to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Trump underscored his administration’s renewed focus on economic protectionism and trade reform. “Come make…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reported 179 incidents of crude oil theft and vandalism across the Niger Delta region in a single week, as part of its intensified efforts to combat the menace. The incidents, recorded between January 11 and 17, 2025, were highlighted in a video released by…
