Friday, May 17

Opposition to Conversion of Colleges of Education to Universities
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Opposition to Conversion of Colleges of Education to Universities

A stance against the increasing trend of transforming public colleges of education into universities has been taken by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFund, and the Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union, COEASU. The objection was raised by Sonny Echono, the Executive Secretary of TETFund, and Dr. Smart Olugbeko, President of COEASU, at a three-day national conference and workshop on Digital Pedagogy and Fundable Research Proposal Writing organized by COEASU in Abuja. Both emphasized the crucial role played by colleges of education in producing teachers for the basic education level in the country. Expressing disappointment, Echono questioned the reasoning behind this trend, highlighting the insufficient production of teachers for primary schools in the country by exist...
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Tragic Incident on Iseyin-Ibadan Road Leaves Seven Dead
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Tragic Incident on Iseyin-Ibadan Road Leaves Seven Dead

The Iseyin-Ibadan road in Oyo State witnessed a fatal accident resulting in the loss of seven lives on Thursday. Reports indicate that the tragic incident involved a collision between two vehicles. Additionally, several passengers sustained injuries of varying degrees during the accident. In a statement to NewsNow, Acting Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), David Tunde Adewale, verified the occurrence of the accident on Friday. Adewale, in a telephonic conversation with NewsNow, confirmed that a total of 22 individuals were impacted by the accident. According to his account, "Seven individuals tragically lost their lives, with 16 others being transported to the hospital for treatment."
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Call for Military Withdrawal from Igbomotoru Following Okuama Killings
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Call for Military Withdrawal from Igbomotoru Following Okuama Killings

A request has been made by the Ijaw Integrity Group (IIG), an Ijaw think-tank, for the Nigerian military to withdraw their troops from Igbomotoru town in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. In response to the withdrawal of troops from Okuama in Delta State where several soldiers were tragically killed during a peaceful mission, Chairman of the group, Walter Moneyman, commended the military for heeding reason and vacating Okuama. This action has helped to alleviate tension in the area. It is now suggested that the withdrawal of soldiers from Okuama should also be mirrored in Igbomotoru town in Bayelsa State, despite it not sharing a boundary with Okuama. Pointing out that the residents of Igbomotoru have suffered significantly from the Okuama incident and continue to l...
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Man convicted of defiling a minor in Port Harcourt, sentenced to 16 years in prison
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Man convicted of defiling a minor in Port Harcourt, sentenced to 16 years in prison

In Port Harcourt, a man named Charles Ogagbe has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for defiling a 15-year-old girl by a Magistrate Court. Originally from Delta State, Ogagbe was found guilty of the crime that took place in 2022 in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The judgment delivered by Chief Magistrate Rita Oguguo highlighted the prosecution's success in proving the case of defilement against Ogagbe, in accordance with the Child Rights Act. Chief Magistrate Oguguo imposed a sentence of 16 years imprisonment on him, without the possibility of a fine.
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Shehu Dikko to serve as match commissioner for Zamalek vs RS Berkane in CAF Confederation Cup
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Shehu Dikko to serve as match commissioner for Zamalek vs RS Berkane in CAF Confederation Cup

Former vice-president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Shehu Dikko, has been appointed as the match commissioner for the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup final showdown between Zamalek from Egypt and RS Berkane from Morocco. The highly anticipated second leg match is scheduled to take place at the Cairo International Stadium this Sunday. In the first leg clash held at the Berkane Municipal Stadium last Sunday, RS Berkane secured a 2-1 victory over Zamalek, with goals from Issoufou Dayo and Adil Tahif for the Moroccans, while Zamalek's Seifeddine Jaziri scored the lone goal for his team. Notably, Shehu Dikko previously officiated the 2018 CAF Champions League final featuring Tunisia’s Esperance and Egypt’s Al Ahly.
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APRA Welcomes Omoniyi Ibietan as its New Secretary-General
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

APRA Welcomes Omoniyi Ibietan as its New Secretary-General

Omoniyi Ibietan, a highly regarded communications expert from Nigeria, has achieved a significant milestone by being appointed as the Secretary-General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA) during the 35th Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. With a fellowship from both the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and APRA, Ibietan boasts an impressive background in media relations, communication strategy, and policy discourse, backed by over two decades of industry experience working with renowned organizations such as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Federal Ministry of Information and Communication. In his role as Secretary-General, Ibietan has committed to driving APRA’s agenda of reforms, promoting democ...
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17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Appointment of Shehu Dikko as match commissioner for Zamalek vs RS Berkane in CAF Confederation Cup

Shehu Dikko, the former vice-president of the Nigeria Football Federation, has been selected by the Confederation of African Football to serve as the match commissioner for the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup final clash between Zamalek from Egypt and RS Berkane from Morocco. The decisive second leg of the competition is scheduled to take place at the Cairo International Stadium this Sunday. In the first leg held at the Berkane Municipal Stadium, RS Berkane emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Zamalek. The goals for the Moroccan side were scored by Issoufou Dayo and Adil Tahif, while Zamalek managed to secure a goal through Seifeddine Jaziri in a tightly contested match. It is worth noting that Shehu Dikko previously served as the match commissioner for the 2018 CAF Champions League...
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Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Between the United States and Nigeria
17May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Open Skies Air Transport Agreement Between the United States and Nigeria

An Air Transport Agreement between the United States and Nigeria has been announced. The Public Diplomacy Department of the US Mission in Nigeria revealed this information in Abuja on Friday. This agreement has been provisionally applied since the year 2000. This bilateral agreement signifies the establishment of a modern civil aviation relationship between the two countries. It aligns with the US Open Skies international aviation policy, demonstrating commitments to high standards of aviation safety and security. This agreement is a significant advancement in the liberalization of the international civil aviation sector in Africa, expanding the economic and commercial partnership between the two nations. It also enhances people-to-people connections and unlocks new opportunities for...
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Emeka Okonkwo, aka E-Money, Denies Allegations of Affair with Late Actor’s Wife and Issues Warning
17May By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

Emeka Okonkwo, aka E-Money, Denies Allegations of Affair with Late Actor’s Wife and Issues Warning

In response to accusations of being involved in a romantic relationship with the wife of the late Nollywood actor, JohnPaul Odonwodo, also known as Junior Pope, popular businessman and socialite Emeka Okonkwo, widely known as E-Money, has spoken out. Tragically, Junior Pope and three others lost their lives in a boating accident on the Anam River in Anambra State while returning from a film shoot last month. Since Junior Pope's passing, there have been online speculations linking E-Money to the actor's wife. E-Money has vowed to take legal action against those responsible for spreading false information. Sharing his thoughts on Instagram, he called on the public to help him identify the individuals behind the defamation. He expressed, "I have been made aware of individuals circulating...
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Brazil to host 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup
17May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Brazil to host 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

In a historic decision made at a FIFA congress on Friday, Brazil has been selected as the host country for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, marking the first time the tournament will be held in South America. Following the successful hosting by Australia and New Zealand last year, FIFA members voted in favor of Brazil over a European bid, signaling a desire to expand women's football to new continents. During the meeting in Bangkok, delegates voted 119 to 78 in favor of Brazil, defeating a joint bid from Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany for the 10th edition of the Women’s World Cup. The announcement was met with joy and celebration by the Brazilian bid team. President of the Brazilian Football Confederation, Ednaldo Rodrigues, described the decision as a significant...
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