GBENGA OLONINIRAN writes about the plight of teaching and non-teaching university staff members as they struggle to survive the trying times in the country amid the biting economic conditions The biting economic conditions in the country have not spared both the teaching and non-teaching staff members of universities, as much as it has not spared anyone. From the rising cost of petrol with attendant inflation in transport fare to the scarcity of fuel and the skyrocketing prices of foods and commodities, university workers appear to bear a greater brunt. A release by a former chairman of SSANU at the University…
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Favour Kpee’s journey to becoming a national basketball player is a testament to the power of passion and perseverance. The 18-year-old combo guard, who stands at 6ft, discovered his love for basketball at the age of 13, despite having tried his hand at various other sports. “I played sports like lawn-tennis, squash, football which I was good at and table-tennis before falling in love with basketball,” Kpee told PUNCH Sports Extra. Born on August 28, 2006, Kpee’s introduction to basketball came through the influence of his friends, leading him to join the Soso Bobmanuel Foundation basketball family. “I started basketball…
The Nigeria Fencing Federation has confirmed the donation of five aluminium fencing pistes to the body by Absolute Fencing, a US-based fencing equipment manufacturer, ahead of the 2024 Men’s Junior Epee World Cup, which will be hosted by the country in December. Nigeria is recognised as the leading fencing nation in Sub-Saharan Africa and has been granted the hosting rights of the tournament. The event is sanctioned by the Switzerland-based International Fencing Federation (FIE). “Absolute Fencing, a leading fencing equipment manufacturer based in the USA, has donated five aluminium fencing pistes (each measuring 1.5 m x 17 m) valued at…
In a historic match at the Gewiss Stadium, Cesc Fabregas’s Como triumphed over Atalanta 3-2, marking their first Serie A victory over two decades. The game showcased Como’s resilience and attacking prowess, with three goals scored in a thrilling 12-minute span that turned the tide against a formidable Atalanta side. “It feels amazing to lead this team to such a historic victory,” Fabregas remarked after the match on Tuesday night, reflecting on the win’s significance for the club. Fabregas was confirmed in July 2024 as Como coach ahead of their first Serie A season in 21 years. “Como 1907 is…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday, announced a reduction in the work days for workers in the state civil service in a bid to reduce the amount they are spending on transportation. The governor also declared an extension of payment of palliatives for public servants for the next two months. The initiatives were announced in a statement on Tuesday by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. Rasheed said Adeleke’s decision demonstrated his commitment to the well-being of Osun workers in the face of the country’s prevailing harsh economy. “By this circular, therefore, and until another directive is given, the working…
Kylian Mbappe struck for the fourth consecutive game as Real Madrid survived a late scare to beat Alaves 3-2 in La Liga on Tuesday. Los Blancos, second, cut the gap on Barcelona down to one point before the leaders host Getafe on Wednesday. Madrid dismantled Alaves with goals from Lucas Vazquez, Mbappe and Rodrygo before a late salvo from the visitors rocked Carlo Ancelotti’s side when they thought the game was won. Carlos Protesoni and Kike Garcia scored two goals in two minutes in the final stages but Madrid held on for the victory. Los Blancos overpowered Alaves from the…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said the Ibadan circular road undertaken by his administration will boost industries and employment opportunities. Speaking on Monday when he met with protesters demanding a stop to the ongoing demolition of buildings on the road, at the Secretariat, Ibadan, the governor said his administration being a listening government, would continue to look out for the well-being of everyone. “You will have to appoint representatives in these communities to sit down with the government and look for a way out because we are doing the circular road project to create employment opportunities for our people.…
Nigeria has solicited the support of Finland in its pursuit of a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council. The request was made by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a meeting with the President of the Republic of Finland, Alexander Stubb, on the sidelines of the ongoing 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, United States. This was disclosed in a tweet late Tuesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of The Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha. The VP noted that Nigeria – the most populous country in Africa,…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has invited Martins Otse, a.k.a VeryDarkMan, and Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, over bribery allegations against personnel of the Commission. This is as the Chairman of the Commission, Ola Olukoyede, ordered an immediate investigation into the alleged bribery of some officers of the commission by Bobrisky. In a viral video circulating online shared by Martins Otse, a.k.a VeryDarkMan, Bobrisky alleged that some unnamed officers of the EFCC collected the sum of N15,000,000 from him to drop money laundering charges against him. Bobrisky was initially arraigned on six charges bordering on naira abuse and…
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has called on Edo indigenes and residents of the state to embark on a two-week fasting and prayers to ward off evil from the land. In a statement on Tuesday by the Esere of Benin, Stanley Obamwonyi, the monarch said that the fasting will commence on September 26 to October 9, from 6am to 6pm. He urged all Benin sons and daughters at home and abroad to fast and pray during the period. The statement read, “His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, Oba of Benin, uses this medium…