The sociology of Nigerian Hushpuppism
By Oludayo Tade THE arrest of Nigerian-born Ramoni Abass, with Hushpuppi social media identity, and his gang in Dubai over alleged transnational cybercrime during which nearly two million were ripped off, unveils how deceitful living is ubiquitous, celebrated and elevated above moral uprightness in Nigeria. ‘Hushpuppism’ is a survivalist strategy which deliberately distorts reality in […]
Ekiti introduces teaching of ICT from primary school, reviews laws
Ekiti State Government on Saturday announced introduction of new education policy that will accommodate teaching of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), from primary school level. The new development was made known in a statement in Ado Ekiti by the Commissioner for Information, Chief Muyiwa Olumilua. He said that the policy was part of decisions taken […]
Resident doctors give FG 3-week strike notice
Members of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) have given a three-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to meet their demands or face their wrath.
Barcelona move not keeping Pjanic out of Juventus team ― Sarri
Miralem Pjanic is dealing with a minor injury and has not been kept out of the Juventus team due to his imminent move to Barcelona, Maurizio Sarri has revealed. Juve and Barca have agreed to a deal that will see Pjanic head to Camp Nou at the end of the season with fellow midfielder Arthur […]
Edo Govt condemns attacks on guests at Oba’s Palace
The Edo State Government has condemned the attack on its guests, notably governors and other Very Important Persons (VIPs), on Saturday, at the Oba’s Palace in Benin City, prequel to the flag-off of Governor Godwin Obaseki’s campaign for re-election. In a statement, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Communication Strategy, Mr. Crusoe Osagie, […]
Al Sadd’s Xavi ‘perfectly fine’ after testing positive for COVID-19
Barcelona legend and current Al Sadd boss Xavi Hernandez has confirmed that he has tested positive for the coronavirus, but explained that he is currently feeling ‘perfectly fine’. The Qatar Stars League is due to get back underway following a four-month layoff due to the coronavirus pandemic, with Al Sadd taking on Al Khor on […]
