The Kwara State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (KWACReSAL) Project has partnered with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on climate-smart agriculture through a stakeholders’ engagement in Ijagbo, Oyun Local Government Area of the state. The intervention has commenced with the f…
…challenge his dismissal. In 2024, the 56-year-old Briton successfully applied for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip. When President Donald Trump took office for the second time…
…had honoured 91 Nigerians abroad with Diaspora Excellence and National Diaspora Merit Awards for outstanding contributions in science, healthcare, sports and humanitarian service. Looking ahead, she announced plans to establish a Diaspora Investment Fund and a National Diaspora Health Corps aimed at engaging 1,000 dias…
…July 9, 2026.Shonga is a historic Nupe community in Edu local government area (LGA) of Kwara state, situated along the River Niger.The news of the religious leader's passing drew reactions from Muslim faithful and community leaders, including Mohammed Baba Ibrahim, popularly known as MBI. MBI is a prominent political f…
…his client claimed she had been asked to transport a bag to Northern Ireland and was unaware of its contents.Despite Garda objections, Judge Raymond Finnegan granted her bail under strict conditions, including a €15,000 independent surety, surrendering her passport, daily reporting to Naas Garda Station, and a nightly…
…with more than 335,000 high-dose oxycodone pills, even after her employees and the DEA warned her about the dangers of her conduct. Yusuf charged extraordinary cash prices, served drug dealers and customers who traveled long distances, and put profit ahead of patients, public safety, and her responsibilities as a pharm…
…while they were at the sea. He said a rescue boat attempted to tow the disabled vessel towards the continental shelf along the Atlantic coastline when the faulty boat capsized, throwing the two fishermen into the water. According to him, those aboard the rescue boat reached the shore safely, but the two fishermen have…
…detention through diversion and other non-custodial measures. Despite these gains, she warned that national achievements often conceal inequalities affecting children living in rural, conflict-affected and other vulnerable communities. “A national result can conceal deep subnational disparities. A target can be achieve…
…that no discussion on the matter should have taken place without its participation. It warned that holding meetings on issues affecting the union in its absence could create unnecessary divisions and disrupt industrial harmony in the education sector. The NUT also maintained that issues relating to trade unions and che…
…discipline, order and a conducive environment for teaching and learning. The management warned that it would not hesitate to take decisive disciplinary action against any student found guilty of violating the rules and regulations of the University. "Students are therefore advised to familiarise themselves with the pro…
…demonstration. According to JOHESU, the agitation was based on speculation and rumours, warning that any protest before the official release of the appointment results undermines due process and creates unnecessary tension within the institution. The union stressed that leadership appointments in the Federal Neuro-Psyc…
US President Donald Trump warned China and Russia on Friday against selling weapons to Iran — while saying he believed assurances from Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin that they were not yet doing so. “Therefore, two major Countries that people speak of often in terms of Iran are, in my opinion, not participating,” Trump…
…para powerlifting team has earned $18,000 (about ₦27.5 million) in performance rewards after an impressive medal-winning start at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The National Sports Commission had announced cash rewards for medallists before the team's strong outing, led by Esther Nworgu, who won Nigeria's firs…
…N160,000 in funding, comprising N10,000 for the admission application fee and N150,000 toward tuition. A new scholarship programme is giving young Nigerians access to tech education Photo: Bloomberg>The scholarship can be used to study any eligible diploma programme offered by AltSchool Africa.From breaking news to vir…
…custody and have made useful confessional statements while investigations is ongoing towards the arrest of other accomplices connected with the incident. "Upon conclusion of the investigation, all persons found culpable will be charged to court in accordance with the law. "The Ondo State Police Command strongly condemn…
…The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) said Thompson was working toward obtaining US citizenship. "He had a valid work visa and was a dedicated flight attendant, touching countless lives with his kindness," the group wrote on social media. An online crowdfunding page launched to cover Thompson's legal…
…55-year-old Guardiola, who previously coached Barcelona and Bayern Munich. But he also warned "it is not certain that this thing will go through." Asked if Guardiola, Mancini and Pirlo were the only names on the shortlist, Malago replied: "Absolutely not. We think about a certain profile and certainly these names fall…
…White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement to AFP. “We look forward to a great and fun evening celebrating 250 years of American greatness and a free press.” Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents Association which organizes the dinner, said in June as she announced the re-do th…
…on new projects tied to the National Assembly. The lawmaker, who represents the AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency of the Federal Capital Territory, made the disclosure during an interview on KAA Truths posted on Thursday. Obika said constituency allocations approved for lawmakers had been budgeted twice but never release…
…by being Igbo. Your ancestors did not commit any crime by defending themselves when war was brought to them. “One day, the sun will rise to dispel this darkness of hatred, oppression, and subjugation. One day we shall live in a country we can proudly call home. “Now you understand why Mazi Nnamdi Kanu is in prison. He…
…killed in July alone.” UNESCO says it promotes the safety of journalists through global awareness campaigns, capacity building and coordination of the implementation of the United Nations Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity.
…in the emission of an estimated eight million tonnes of carbon dioxide. Ntui gave the warning Thursday while speaking to Vanguard on the sidelines of the 4th Multi stakeholders’ Conference on Deforestation Cross River State with theme: ” Forest, People, and Policy-Shifting power abd Strategies for combating Deforestati…
…during years of litigation against him.According to the filing, the judgment was awarded because of Coley's alleged fraudulent statements and misrepresentations. Jay-Z's legal team also claimed that Coley has spent the past decade harassing him through repeated lawsuits, online campaigns and public statements.The dispu…
…61-year-old James Brewington Jr. surrendered to authorities on Thursday over outstanding warrants linked to the 2025 collision. Investigators allege Brewington was driving when he crossed into oncoming traffic while attempting to go around a vehicle making a right turn. Police said his vehicle collided head-on with ano…
'If you don't leave my family in peace, I'm gone' - Former Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp warns as he becomes new head coach of Germany Jürgen Klopp has warned he will walk away from his new job as Germany's head coach if the German media don't "leave my family in peace". The former Liverpool coach has returned to manage…