Ras Kimono denies collecting money from Okowa
MONTHS after touring the nooks and crannies of Delta State in support of Peoples Democratic Party,PDP, candidates for the April 2015 general elections, reggae legend, Ras Kimono has refuted the allegation that he was paid handsomely to perform at the campaign venues.
My enterprise is designed to reduce unemployment – Dare, CEO, Poise Graduate Finishing Academy
The PSENSE Employability Skills Certification is an initiative designed to close and bridge the gap between what employers want and what higher institutions are teaching students. So, it has a three-month employability skills curriculum that covers every aspect of what employers want in terms of soft skills that are pertinent in the Nigerian corporate and business environment.
Breaking: Judge exempts self from hearing treason charges against Nnamdi Kanu
Following the fresh six-count charges filled by the Federal Government of Nigeria against the embattled leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mr. Nnamdi Kanu, a federal High Court judge has exempted himself from hearing the case. Justice Ahmed Mohammed who announced the decision on Wednesday in Abuja after Mr. Kanu objected to the case, said that it was needless, as the federal government had repeatedly disobeyed previous court rulings.
Somalia bans Christmas, New Year festivities
Somalia’s government has banned celebrations of Christmas and New Year in the Muslim majority country, saying the festivities might attract Islamist attacks. “All events related to Christmas and New Year celebrations are contrary to Islamic culture, which could damage the faith of the Muslim community,” the director general of the religious affairs ministry told reporters on Tuesday.
Nigerian graduates need 21st Century skills to be employed – Pearson
With approximately 11 million people between the ages of 15 and 34 out of work in Nigeria, it is becoming more important than ever to tackle the country’s youth unemployment challenge with practical and effective solutions. Without a doubt, higher education plays a key role in reversing unemployment trends in Nigeria, and in helping young people to establish meaningful careers. The Nigerian Government and other education stakeholders across the country have recognised this, opening over 70 new universities since 2005.
US investors to buy Everton Football Club for £200 million
A consortium led by two US technology investors is negotiating to buy Everton Football Club for an estimated £200 million (272 million euros, $297 million), The Times newspaper reported on Wednesday. The report said the group had signed a preliminary agreement with owner and chairman Bill Kenwright and was checking the club’s accounts with the aim of completing a takeover within the next six weeks.
