Kwara Poly begins commercial cassava harvest, targets higher revenue
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has intensified efforts to diversify its revenue base and strengthen practical learning for students with the commencement of commercial cassava harvesting at its institutional farm. The maiden harvest, held on Thursday at the polytechnic’s commercial farm in Ilorin, marks a significant milestone in the institution’s drive to […]
Unusual moments in the World Cup, by Azu Ishiekwene
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the knockout stages, yet it has been remarkable not only for being the biggest in football history so far, but also for its unusual moments. It has delivered remarkable fan antics, underdog stories, emotional scenes and controversial decisions. On a personal note, because I’m visiting the US and Canada, […]
How Denila’s Agentic AI revolutionises Nigerian political system
By Chidi Okonjo As the countdown to the 2027 general elections begins to reshape the Nigerian political landscape, Delta State has become the unexpected birthplace of a technological revolution that promises to alter the future of electioneering across Africa. Dr. Joshua Denila, the gubernatorial aspirant of the Youth Party, has officially deployed an intelligent agentic […]
Akara, kulikuli and our disconnection from reality, by Adekunle Adekoya
SINCE last weekend, the internet was literally rent asunder over remarks made by the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. In a video which went viral, the First Lady, in company of other ladies of the realm, was seen advising people, especially womenfolk, to engage in cottage enterprises like frying akara for sale, roasting corn for […]
Nigeria’s oil production: We must do more
Nigeria’s slow rebound in crude oil production to around 1.66 million barrels per day is good news, but it should not be treated as a major victory. After years of painful decline caused by oil theft, pipeline attacks, the departure of foreign oil companies and policy confusion, the recovery simply means the Federal Government has […]
NCDMB trains 40 Warri youths in cybersecurity, computer networking
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has concluded a five-day training programme on computer networking and cybersecurity for 40 youths in Warri, Delta State, as part of efforts to build local capacity and promote employment in Nigeria’s technology sector. The training, which began on June 29 and ended on Friday, was organised by […]
