In a collective stance against capital punishment, France, Australia, and the international non-governmental organisation Avocats Sans Frontieres (ASF) France renewed their resolute opposition to the death penalty, not only in Nigeria but across the globe. This reaffirmation was voiced during an event marking World Day Against the Death Penalty 2023 in Abuja. Emmanuelle Blatmann, the Read More…
Month: October 2023
Mental health advocacy gains momentum in Nigeria and worldwide
In a concerted effort to destigmatise mental health issues and promote empathy towards affected individuals, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, has called for a shift in perspective within Nigeria. This call came during the 2023 World Mental Health Day, celebrated under the theme “Mental Health is a Universal Human Read More…
Lagos Govt cracks down on unregistered vehicles to enhance safety and regulation
The Lagos State Government has initiated a comprehensive crackdown on unregistered and unpainted vehicles operating within the state, aiming to bolster road safety, enhance security, and effectively regulate the transportation sector. Mr. Sola Giwa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, revealed this development on Tuesday in Lagos, underscoring the critical importance of this Read More…
Ikeja Dynamic Lions Club takes action to preserve the environment
The Ikeja Dynamic Lions Club, a distinguished constituent of Lions International District 404B2, Nigeria, demonstrated its commitment to environmental conservation by planting 25 trees on the grounds of the Government Technical College, Agidingbi, Ikeja, on Tuesday. Speaking during the tree-planting event, Mr. Sanyaolu Opeyemi, President of the club, underscored the importance of their initiative in Read More…
Manhunt launched for suspected lover killer in Lagos
A nationwide search is underway as police in Lagos intensify efforts to apprehend Benjamin Nnanyereugo, a prime suspect in the tragic death of his 21-year-old girlfriend. The incident, which unfolded on the 13th of July, transpired within the confines of Nnanyereugo’s residence in Oral Estate, Ajah, Lagos. In a press statement issued this Tuesday in Read More…
Police nab three suspected fraudsters including female at Idumota Market
In Lagos, a recent police operation led to the apprehension of three suspected fraudsters, one of whom was a female, within the bustling Idumota market on Lagos Island. SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the police command, officially confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Tuesday. Hundeyin explained that the suspects were captured by Read More…
Upholding the Sanctity of Life
Urgent Calls for Reform and Collaboration in Nigerian Healthcare In a sombre and tragic turn of events, September 26, 2023, marked the untimely passing of Greatness Olorunfemi. Olorunfemi, a victim of a reported stabbing and assault by notorious ‘one-chance’ robbers on the Maitama-Kubwa highway in Abuja, tragically lost her life after being rejected for treatment Read More…
From Farm to Bottle: The Visionary Leadership of Dr. Abdulsalami Ogbemudia at Niyya Food and Drinks
In our discourse with Dr. Abdulsalami Ogbemudia, CEO of Niyya Food and Drinks, we delve into the narrative of a visionary leader steering the course of one of Nigeria’s prominent companies. Dr. Ogbemudia, at the helm since May 2021, brings a wealth of expertise in Manufacturing Operations and Corporate Governance to the forefront of Niyya’s Read More…
GET Compass Awards unveil 13 trailblazing entrepreneurs
Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) is pleased to announce that 13 promising entrepreneurs have been awarded GET Compass Award grants, providing them with a vital stepping stone to initiate their businesses. The GET Compass programme is dedicated to fostering Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) that offer products and services vital to community well-being and economic Read More…
University of Calabar’s Faculty of Law shines on international stage at Space Law competition
In a display of excellence and legal prowess, the students of the Faculty of Law at the University of Calabar (UNICAL) have made their mark on the international stage, earning a top-five finish at the prestigious 2023 Manfred Rachs Space Law International Competition in Banku, Azerbaijan. This remarkable achievement was attained in a competition that Read More…