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Nigerian researcher Emmanuel Fadipe to speak at global public health summit
Nigerian researcher and public health scholar Emmanuel O. Fadipe of the University of Hohenheim, Germany, has been selected as a speaker at the 6th Global Summit on Public Health (GSPH 2026), joining leading scientists, physicians, researchers and public health experts from around the world to discuss emerging global health challenges.
Tech Innovator, Azzim Aina rewrites the rules of AI
By Ebele Orakpo ABEOKUTA, Nigeria — In the bustling capital of Ogun State, a new wave of tech talent is quietly reshaping the global digital landscape. Leading this charge is Azzim Aina, an Abeokuta-bred senior product designer and technology entrepreneur leveraging artificial intelligence to solve critical gaps in education, financial governance, and cyber security. The […]
England vs Argentina: Semi-final that could set Atlanta on fire
The greatest teams are not always those with the brightest individual star. Sometimes they are the teams whose collective strength prevents one star from deciding the entire story.
Continental Crisis That Refuses to Fade: Crisis of leadership
Dr. Ibeshi traced the roots of the tension to South Africa’s apartheid-era migrant labor system, which relied on workers from neighboring countries while denying them social inclusion.
Dino Melaye, Adebutu, others hail Beeko Uthman as he joins Bar at 40
Senator Dino Melaye has urged Nigerian youths to be steadfast and focused without allowing their current challenges to discourage them from pursuing their dreams in life.
Adeleke reaffirms commitment to higher education, inaugurates projects at University of Ilesa
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to expanding access to quality higher education, saying the government will continue to invest in the development of tertiary institutions across the state. Speaking on Tuesday while inaugurating projects at the University of Ilesa, Adeleke said his administration remains committed to […]
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria receives IFC EDGE certification for Lagos head office
By Kingsley Adegboye Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited has been awarded the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) Green Building Certification for its Head Office in Lagos, underscoring the Bank’s commitment to sustainable operations and responsible business practices. The EDGE Green Building Certification recognises Standard Chartered’s investment in sustainable building […]
Makinde calls on UN to probe Oyo schoolchildren abduction
Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has called for independent scrutiny of the May 14 abduction of children and teachers from Ahoro-Esinle and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of the state.
City Boy Movement committed to national development — Seyi Tinubu
Patron of the City Boy Movement, Seyi Tinubu, has said that the organisation has evolved beyond its role as a campaign platform into a nationwide movement committed to national development and citizen engagement.
Abducted Oyo headmaster regains freedom — Police
Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the release of a kidnapped headmaster, Mathew Owoade, after sustained security operations forced his abductors to abandon him.
Just in: US military begins third night of strikes on Iran
The US military said Monday it had launched a fresh salvo of attacks on Iran, marking the third night in a row that it had struck the country, as a deal to end the war falters.
Late US senator’s sister appointed to fill vacant seat
Darline Graham Nordone will serve in the US Senate until Graham’s term expires in January, following his unexpected death at the weekend at the age of 71.
Brazil court bars Bolsonaro son from visiting father until after election
Brazil’s top court on Monday barred presidential hopeful Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting his father, the former president Jair Bolsonaro, who is under house arrest, until after the first round of October elections.
Haaland, teammates receive heroes’ welcome in Norway after World Cup exit
Erling Haaland’s side were knocked out of the tournament on Saturday after losing 2-1 to England in extra-time in the last eight in Miami, their best result in the competition.
I borrowed N400m to secure PFIPC appointment – ‘Fake’ DG Adeyemi
Adeyemi made the disclosure during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, weeks after accusing the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, of receiving the money through an intermediary to facilitate his appointment.

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