Athlete commends Ekiti University for encouraging sports alongside academics
A Table Tennis sensation, Tosin Oribamise, on Wednesday commended the Ekiti State University management for putting in place programmes that allowed university athletes to combine sports participation with academics.
Peaceful coexistence stimulates devt, says Emir of Lafia
The Emir of Lafia in Nasarawa State, Alhaji Isah Mustapha-Agwai 1, says peaceful coexistence is a catalyst and necessary ingredient for development.
Oil rises towards $55 after Harvey fallout, but Hurricane Irma heads to Caribbean
Oil prices rose on Wednesday as strong global refining margins and the reopening of United States Gulf Coast refineries provided a more bullish outlook after sharp drops due to Storm Harvey.
Conflicts, poverty stall progress in reducing out-of-school children – UNICEF
Pervasive levels of poverty, protracted conflicts and complex humanitarian emergencies have led to stagnation in reducing the global out-of-school rate over the past decade, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), said.
NTTF assures players of adequate preparation for international competitions
The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) on Wednesday promised early invitation of players to camp ahead of international competitions, to ensure adequate preparation and good showing in such events.
Specialist urges Gombe Govt to provide slaughter house for chicken sellers
Dr Abubakar Joshua, the Director, Public Health, Gombe State Primary Health Care Development Agency (GSPHCDA), has advised the State Government to provide slaughter houses for chicken sellers.
