Grandfather, 68, graduates with social work degree
A 68-year-old grandfather from south-east London has graduated with a first-class degree in social work.Chris Osagbaekhoe, from Thamesmead, gained his Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Goldsmiths, University of London at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in Westminster, four years after…
Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with the UAE
Algeria said Thursday it was cutting diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates following years of tension, with Algiers accusing Abu Dhabi of interfering in national and regional affairs. In an official statement, Algiers accused the Gulf country of “provocative…
FG pays $100,000 to D’Tigress players and $50,000 to team officials
The Federal Government has paid the promised cash rewards to members of Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, following their historic triumph at the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship. Each D’Tigress player received $100,000, while $50,000 was paid to team officials,…
UK awards Chevening, Commonwealth scholarships to 68 Nigerians
The United Kingdom has awarded scholarships to 68 Nigerians under the Chevening and Commonwealth scholarship programmes to pursue master’s and PhD programmes in the UK in 2026. This was disclosed at pre-departure ceremonies held in honour of the scholars in…
Tinubu, cancel WAEC verification fees
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been urged to cancel fees charged for the verification of certificates by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). The call is focused on reducing the financial burden on Nigerians who need to verify their academic…
Bangladesh Army Establishes Night Vision Manufacturing Plant With Greek Assistance
The bangladesh army has reportedly established a manufacturing facility for night vision equipment with assistance from greece, marking another step in the country’s efforts to strengthen its domestic defence production capabilities. The development is expected to improve bangladesh’s ability to…
Lagos communities demand N1b compensation over demolition, forced eviction
Appeal committee adjourns hearing till October 14 For residents of Ifesowapo, Ifeoluwa and Toluwani communities in Ebute-Metta West, Lagos Mainland, the demolition of their homes in March 2024 did not only destroy buildings; it disrupted lives, scattered families and left…
Re-elect my husband, I want to enjoy Nigeria at old age — Remi Tinubu to South-East
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to voters in the South-East to support the re-election of her husband, President Bola Tinubu, in the 2027 presidential election. Mrs Tinubu said she wanted to enjoy a better Nigeria in her…
SHEIKH HASINA’S DAUGHTER SAIMA WAZED RESIGNS FROM WHO POST AMID FRAUD ALLEGATIONS
Saima Wazed, the daughter of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has resigned as the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Director for South-East Asia amid ongoing fraud investigations by the WHO and Bangladeshi authorities. Wazed submitted her resignation on Wednesday,…
Sanwo-Olu Appoints Badejo As New LASU Vice-Chancellor
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the appointment of Professor Badejo Ayodeji Olawumi (nee Faji) as the new Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo. The appointment was announced on Wednesday by the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy,…