Osun: Let the people decide!
My father was not too pleased when I wrote that I wish I was from Osun. For those that read my page you know that I find the Ogbeni's leadership inspiring and refreshing. Ogbeni puts his opinion of leadership so well when he said, "Indeed, it is my belief that leadership offers a golden opportunity to serve the people and bring improvements to bear on their lives and existence.
Rust-Oleum: Firm to empower graduates
IC Alpha Bravo Nigeria Limited, the firm with the franchise to distribute Rust-Oleum paint aerosols in West Africa, is rolling out a self-empowerment scheme for graduates who will be trained on how to use the products for professional purposes
Igbide monarch clocks 40 on the throne
The traditional ruler of Igbide Kingdom in Isoko South Local Government of Delta State, His Royal Majesty Edward Obukeni 1, the Ovie of Igbide clocks 40 on the throne.
Dutch beat Brazil 3-0 to claim third
The Netherlands beat Brazil 3-0 in Saturday’s World Cup third-place play-off in Brasilia to finish the tournament unbeaten in regulation time.
Northern Israel hit by rockets from Lebanon – army
Two rockets fired from Lebanon hit northern Israel late on Saturday, the military said, adding that no casualties were reported.
Argentina prays for Messi goals
Everyone in Rosario has a tale to tell about Lionel Messi, the Argentinian city’s most famous son who rivals Pope Francis as a national icon.
Messi’s link to the city has made the people of the port city doubly nervous about Sunday’s World Cup final when their country take on Germany in Rio de Janeiro. The Barcelona striker has only scored four goals in the tournament so far.
Police uncover plans to bomb Abuja
The Nigeria Police on Saturday said it had credible intelligence reports that terrorists had perfected plan to attack the Federal Capital territory (FCT)’s transport sector.
Nigeria, U.S. to strengthen action against Boko Haram
Nigeria and the U. S. are to strengthen strategies to tackle terrorism facing Nigeria and bring the activities of the militants to an end.
‘Nigerians should support plans to privatise refineries’
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) on Saturday urged Nigerians to support the Federal Government’s plan to privatise the nation’s refineries.
College of education to commence degree programmes
He said other courses included Social Studies, Education Administration, Planning, Guidance and Counseling, Economics and Home Economics.
At last, ASUP suspends strike
Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics, ASUP, has suspended its 11 months strike.
This was disclosed by the President of the Union, Dr Chibuzor Asomugha,Saturday, after their National Executive Council, NEC, meeting held in Abuja.
Gaza toll at 127 on day five of Israeli strikes
Israeli air strikes on the Gaza Strip killed 22 people Saturday, bringing to 127 the toll on the fifth day of violence, medics said.
Britain bars Russian delegation from Farnborough air show
Britain said Saturday it had barred a Russian delegation from attending the Farnborough air show because of the Ukraine crisis, sparking an angry reaction from Russia.
Kerry pushes plan to ‘clean up’ disputed Afghan vote
US Secretary of State John Kerry Saturday held a second day of talks with Afghanistan’s feuding presidential hopefuls, seeking a deal to “clean up the tally” after disputed elections.
Blair arrives in Cairo for talks over Gaza violence
Mideast Quartet envoy Tony Blair arrived in Cairo Saturday for talks on ending the violence in Gaza, where Israeli air raids have killed more than 125 Palestinians this week, officials said.
Germany’s history boys prepare to wreck Messi dream
A Germany side chasing a place in history will attempt to wreck Lionel Messi’s dream of a World Cup coronation with Argentina on Sunday as the month-long football carnival hits a climax at the Maracana Stadium.
