Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

RECTEM admits 326 students The Redeemer’s College of Technology and Management has admitted 326 into various programmes approved by the National Board for Technical Education. The Polytechnic also restated its unflinching commitment to raise “champions” who would contribute to national economic development. The Rector, RECTEM, Dr Stella Mofunaya, said this while giving an address at the fifth matriculation in Mowe, Ogun State. She said, “This occasion of the fifth matriculation is important to us all as it marks the official enrolment of the matriculating freshmen into the College academic programme and is in line with the criteria of NBTE.” Mofunaya…

Media owners canvass fair compensation by Google, Facebook, others The Nigerian Guild of Editors and British Broadcasting Corporation Media Action, as part of over 50 people/organisations in 20 countries, have adopted the principles of fair compensation for publishers across the globe. The endorsement was done on July 14 at a conference held at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, Johannesburg, South Africa. The conference, with the theme: ‘The Big Tech and Journalism – Building a Sustainable Future for the Global South,’ was aimed at promoting media sustainability across the globe. A statement on Monday said the need to have a…

What is the difference between towards and toward? Do you have difficulty choosing between toward and towards, forward and forwards as well as backward and backwards? If you do, you need not worry too much because many other people have the same experience. This piece will explain the difference(s) between them. Well, some believe the two terms in each pair are ‘same of the same’, borrowing a pun from the recent Lagos political history. So, they opt for whichever comes to their minds at a particular time. This is understandable but it may not always work because, as close as…

Osimhen wants Napoli stay – Garcia Napoli Osimhen Napoli’s head coach, Rudi Garcia, has expressed his confidence that Victor Osimhen is keen on continuing his journey with the Italian club, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Despite the ongoing negotiations for a new contract, Garcia remains optimistic about the Nigerian striker’s future at the Stadio Maradona. In a recent interview with Il Corriere dello Sport, Garcia spoke highly of his impressions of the team, emphasizing that their primary objective is to retain all their key players. Regarding Osimhen, who is currently under contract until June 2025, Garcia assured fans that the striker…

 BUILDING A COMMUNITY AND CONNECTING THROUGH STORYTELLING – THE JOURNEY OF SALEM KING In the digital age, social media platforms have become more than just avenues for sharing photos and updates. It has become a space where communities of like minds are built. Among these platforms is Instagram, an empowering social networking app that has become a home for creators and users who enjoy expressing themselves in new ways. With social media empowering self-expression, changing the direction of human needs, and encouraging an engaging means of interaction, the rapid rise of the Creator Economy remains a ripple effect celebrated globally.…

Tribunal nullifies LP candidate’s election, declares PDP’s Elumelu winner Gavel National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Asaba, Delta State, has nullified the election of the member representing Aniocha/Oshimili Constituency at the House of Representatives, Mr. Ngozi Okolie. Okolie of the Labour Party (LP) was declared winner of the February 25 House of Representatives election in the federal constituency by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). But immediate past Minority Leader of the House of Representatives and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ndidi Elumelu, filed a petition before the tribunal, praying it to disqualify Okolie. Elumelu, in the petition…

FG’s $1.7m for coaches, players’ daily allowance, other expenses, says NFF Canada’s forward Christine Sinclair reacts on the ground after missing a penalty as Nigeria’s goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie (R) celebrates her save during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup Group B football match between Nigeria and Canada at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, also known as AAMI Park, in Melbourne on July 21, 2023. (Photo by WILLIAM WEST / AFP) • They must give proper account — Adelabu The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), yesterday, declared that it has nothing to hide in the $1.7 million approved by the Federal…

National president, Association of Movie Producers, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson and Associate visit the Nigerian High Commission, London Earlier today, the National president, Association of Movie Producers, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson, Famous Otakponmwen, Victoria Inyama and Queen Atud went on a courtesy visit to the Nigerian High Commission, London. We were warmly received by the Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, His Excellency Sarafa Tunji Isola and Bukar Alkali Abdulsalam, the Minister/Head Information Culture and Sports. We discussed the way forward for Nollywood and the government role in engaging the Creative Industry to foster a better…

Four Nigerian players make top 20 on WESPAC’s day one [FILES] Scrabble board. Photo; DAILYMAIL Team Nigeria, at the weekend, started its quest to defend the World English Scrabble Players Association (WESPAC) title and also reclaim the individual crown at the global championship holding in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, on a positive note with four of its players in the top 20 list on day one of the championship. The four players currently leading Team Nigeria’s challenge are former African champion, Nsikak Etim, former world champion, Wellington Jighere; current national Green Jacket holder and West African champion, Eta Karo and…

Made-in-Nigeria smartphones fumble as monthly importation hits N50 billion A breakdown of critical metals in a smartphones • NCC type-approves 2,112 brands in 15 years • Nigerians embrace fairly used units as devices cost N100, 000 to N1m • Country has weak regulation, says Chinese Vendor • Stakeholders urge President Tinubu to look at sector for job creation • China, South Korea, Finland brands dominate market • Local vendors decry poor enabling environment, task FG on forex stability Despite ranking among countries in the world with huge mobile connections, manufacturing of mobile phones in Nigeria has remained a mirage as…