The life and times of Chief Uche Okafor, founding Chairman of U.O.O
He spent his early childhood with his maternal relations and grew up identified with the Ucheabuka family. As a youth he participated actively in local cultural life, including the Osoji dance.
UK global talent visa expands to 100+ companies: Full list of who can apply
The UK has expanded its Global Talent visa scheme to more than 100 innovative research companies, allowing them to support leading scientists and engineers from around the world to live and work in the country.
NCAA urges Reps to restore 65% TSC share to strengthen aviation safety
By Nnasom David ABUJA — The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has urged the House of Representatives Committee on Aviation to restore its original 65 per cent share of the five per cent Ticket Sales Charge (TSC) and Cargo Sales Charge (CSC), warning that any further reduction could weaken Nigeria’s aviation safety oversight and undermine […]
Canada lists 10 things that could delay your visa, immigration application
The Canadian government has shared 10 important tips for people applying to travel to Canada, immigrate or become Canadian citizens, urging applicants to ensure their applications are complete and accurate to avoid unnecessary processing delays.
Funding Safe Schools Initiative: Will FME’s full control make any difference?
Following attacks on schools and the abduction of students and teachers, the need to look into the effectiveness or otherwise of the Safe Schools Initiative became imperative
Osun Election: Adeleke seeks massive voter turnout, inaugurates Oke-Fia Flyover
By Shina Abubakar OSOGBO — Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has urged residents of the state to come out in large numbers to participate in the August 15 governorship election, describing voting as the most effective way to sustain democracy. The governor made the appeal on Thursday while inaugurating the newly constructed Oke-Fia Flyover in […]
FUTATH clarifies salary structure, says Ondo, FG pay different categories of staff
…Permanent staff remain on state payroll By Dayo Johnson AKURE — The management of the Federal University of Technology Teaching Hospital (FUTATH), Akure, has clarified the salary arrangement for its workforce following the hospital’s transition from a state-owned facility to a federal teaching hospital. The hospital said there are currently two categories of employees, with […]
Nigerians to be affected as Canada plans major Express Entry changes
Canada is considering major changes to its Express Entry immigration system that could affect Nigerians and other Africans
State Police: We’ve studied India, America, Pakistan’s models – IGP Disu
“Retired Inspectors-General of Police have visited me, and they have shown their concern. And we have deliberated”
Gbajabiamila leads delegation to Canada, as FG woos diaspora investors
By Folarin Kehinde ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has constituted a high-powered Federal Government delegation, led by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, to participate in the maiden Nigeria Diaspora Investment Economic Conference (NIDEC) 2026 in Toronto, Canada, as part of efforts to attract diaspora investment and strengthen economic ties between Nigeria and Canada. […]
Meet Nigeria’s first female neurosurgeon appointed at US children’s hospital
Dr Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu-Ibrahim, widely recognised as West Africa’s first female certified neurosurgeon and Nigeria’s first female neurosurgeon trained in the country, has been appointed Medical Director of Freeman Children’s Clinic in Joplin, Missouri, United States.
