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Sacking of Makinde from Offa Poly Board Sparks Outrage

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By: Mandy Park Tension is mounting at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State, following the sudden removal of Rotimi Makinde from the institution’s governing board. The move has sparked outrage and raised questions about transparency and motives. Responding to the issue, Makinde, a former lawmaker and outspoken board member, has described his removal as “insulting.” He alleges that his commitment to restoring peace at the institution has been disregarded. Hon Makinde credited his tenure with stabilizing a campus previously plagued by recurring crises. The circumstances surrounding Makinde’s exit remain unclear.…

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Peter Obi Mourns Kano Sports Delegates, Congratulates Super Eagles

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By: Mandy Park Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has expressed condolences to the families of 22 Kano sports delegates who tragically lost their lives in a road accident while returning from the national sports festival in Ogun State. Obi also congratulated the Super Eagles on their victory in the Unity Cup match against Jamaica, held at the Brentford Stadium in the UK. He praised the team’s spirit and the event’s role in promoting Nigerian unity and culture. Below is his statement on his verified X handle. ” Today,…

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Hypertension: Case for Sodium Consumption Regulation, Healthier Diets

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Photo: Prof Pate, Health Minister By: Esi-ife Arogundade World Hypertension Day is observed annually in May, serving as a reminder of the importance of blood pressure awareness and management. This global health initiative carries even more significance as the world continues to adapt to lifestyle changes, rising stress levels, and an increasing prevalence of hypertension. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a medical condition when the blood pressure in the blood vessels is continuously elevated. The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your blood vessels, the…

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Tito, Kole-Dauda, Others Demand Enabling Environment for Nigerian SMEs

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By: Daniel KanuEditor Founder, Naijapreneur.com, Tito Phillips, Deputy Director, SMEs, Lagos State, Dr Olubunmi Kole-Dauda and other stakeholders in Nigeria’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) sector have called on the Federal and State Governments to create a more enabling environment for locally made products to thrive. They also made case for patronage and the consumption of Made-in-Nigeria goods to boost the SMEs products , as well as grow the economy, which requires diversification. The call was made on Wednesday at a Business Engagement Forum and Press Conference for SMEs MINE…

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NFVCB Promotes Media Literacy Among Youths with School Clubs

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By: Mandy Park The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has launched a Media Literacy Clubs initiative in secondary schools across Osun State to promote responsible media consumption among young people. The program, titled “Making Safer Choices and Safeguarding Young Minds”, aims to educate students on media literacy and critical thinking. Organizers say the key objectives are to equip students with the skills to critically evaluate media content and to also encourage students to consume age-appropriate media content. It is to also foster critical thinking skills among students to…

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CHSR, Owode Market Traders Accuse Lagos Govt of Disregarding Due Process… You can’t scrape their heads behind them

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By: Mandy Park The Centre for Human and Socio-economic Rights (CHSR) and traders of Owode Motor Spare-Part have Market have condemned the Lagos State Government’s exclusion of Owode traders from the mediation process regarding the market demolition. Speaking at a world press briefing on Tuesday, 13th May, CHSR President, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, said that the government’s actions demonstrate a blatant disregard for due process and the rights of those affected from getting justice. He noted that over 500 shops were demolished during a March 6, 2025, operation by the Lagos…

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Catholic Bishops Condemn Trump for AI-Generated Image in Papal Attire

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… Do not mock us By: Mandy Park The New York State Catholic Conference has strongly rebuked Donald Trump for sharing an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the Pope. The organization, representing New York’s Catholic bishops, expressed outrage over the post, stating that there’s nothing clever or funny about the image. The bishops emphasized that the timing of the post was particularly insensitive, coming shortly after Pope Francis’ burial and as cardinals prepare to elect a new successor to St. Peter. “We just buried our beloved Pope Francis and…

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The Most Popular Casino Games Available Today The most well-known casino games are the classic table games like roulette, blackjack, and Baccarat. These games have been enjoyed over the years by a variety of generations of gamblers. They are timeless and even more enjoyable when played in a real casino. Blackjack hasn’t changed over the years – it is an old-fashioned game that can be enjoyed by any age. However, it is typically played with a much higher stakes, as the house edge in blackjack online is significantly larger. Roulette…

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Nto Champions Intensive Farming To Address Food Insecurity

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By: Mandy Park The Director, Agricbusiness Incubation Centre, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, ( MOUAU),Dr Philips Nto has advocated aggressive farming by all adult Nigerians as a practical step towards curbing food insecurity. He said Nigerians must farm what to eat and eat what they farm “,if they must overcome the existential threat of shortage of food. Speaking when he received some farmers in his office, Nto enjoined Nigerians to ensure that they farmed even at home to raise basic food such as vegetable, yam, and cassava. He noted…

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ALEX OTTI @60: A TOAST TO GOOD GOVERNANCE

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By Kazie Uko Expectedly, the red carpets, the drums, the trumpets, and all the other instruments of celebration have been rolled out. Likewise, the air waves, the newspaper pages, and the social media platforms are saturated with all kinds of goodwill messages. Visitors – family, friends, foes, favour finders, political loyalists and associates – are beseiging the sleepy Umuehim, Nvosi community of Isialangwa South, which has, incidentally, become the seat of government. Not even the plea, as he is wont, by the Man of the Moment, for the resolute crowd…

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