Nigeria among 42 African schools for 2016 Microsoft showcase school program
No fewer than Forty-two African schools have been identified in the 2016 Microsoft Showcase School program by the software giant. Microsoft Showcase Schools are seen as experts in personalised learning, amplified by 1:1 deployments that effectively use Microsoft solutions (e.g. Surface, Office 365 Education, Office Mix, OneNote, Skype) to enable anywhere, anytime education for all students. Over the next two years, the Showcase Schools will take on the role of technology in education advisors in the education reform of their countries.
Man stoned to death over electricity bill
A 36-years-old man, Felix Omokhoa is facing murder charge at Ekpoma Magistrate Court, Ekpoma-Edo State, for allegedly stoning to death his neighbour, one Richard Ikekhua over electricity bill.
Zuma no longer South Africa’s ‘Teflon’ leader
South Africa’s charismatic leader Jacob Zuma is a former herdboy who was once known as the “Teflon president” — but no longer.
2016 Ondo Gov Poll: Shun violent confrontation, Boroffice tells supporters
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Ondo State, Senator (Prof.) Ajayi Boroffice has appealed to his supporters to shun confrontation with supporters of other aspirants even in the face of provocations but rather continue to work for party cohesion ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the state.
We will diversify economy with local content
The Federal Government, Thursday, said it plans to boost local content in the Information Communication Technology (ICT) sector so as increase the country’s revenue profile and help it compete favourably in the global market.
You’re a threat to Nigeria’s constitution, APC tells Fayose
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has described Governor Ayodele Fayose as a threat to the Nigerian Constitution and orderly society.
Prince Ali condemns rivals tactics in FIFA race
FIFA presidential candidate Prince Ali bin al Hussein condemned the tactics of his main election rivals on Thursday, raising ethical questions about their efforts to secure block support from regional football confederations.
Court dissolves 8 years marriage over battering
An Osogbo Customary Court on Thursday dissolved the eight years marriage between Kadijat and her estrange husband, Sikiru Olawale, over alleged battering.
Lagarde set for second term as IMF chief
IMF chief Christine Lagarde became assured Thursday of a second five-year term after the global financial institution announced there were no other candidates for the position.
Stanbic IBTC releases Returns on Utilization of Funds Purchased From Central Bank of Nigeria
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Russia claims US planes bombed Syria’s Aleppo
Russia’s defence ministry on Thursday accused the United States of bombing the Syrian city of Aleppo after the Pentagon said Moscow’s air strikes had destroyed two hospitals in the city.
