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Emir Sanusi: No Child's Future Should Be Defined by Poverty
1+ hour, 22+ min ago (166+ words) The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has urged leaders in Nigeria's North-West to take urgent and sustained action against poverty and inequality, stressing that no child's future should be determined by the circumstances of their birth. Delivering a keynote…...
UK Banks Approved My Loans Based on Educational Background, Not Collateral " Peter Obi
2+ week, 5+ day ago (227+ words) Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election and a prominent Nigerian politician, has highlighted the stark difference between lending practices in the United Kingdom and Nigeria, praising UK banks for extending loans based on intellectual capital rather…...
Actress Sharon Ooja, Husband Welcomes Baby Boy
3+ week, 3+ hour ago (294+ words) Nollywood actress Sharon Ooja has announced the birth of her baby boy, expressing gratitude to God and appreciation to her husband, family and friends for their support throughout her pregnancy journey. The actress disclosed this in an emotional post shared…...
FG to begin compulsory drug tests for secondary school students
1+ mon, 3+ hour ago (440+ words) The measures are contained in the "National Implementation Guidelines Against Drug and Substance Use in Schools in Nigeria" for secondary schools. The government said the policy aims to "create a conducive environment for teaching and learning in the institutions by…...
Report says excessive social media responsible for declining youths' well-being
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (504+ words) The World Happiness Report has found that higher levels of social media use are generally associated with lower life satisfaction among young people, particularly in English-speaking countries, while moderate use may have positive effects. The report on Saturday identified a…...
Why I love my wife more than my kids - Daniel Effiong
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (217+ words) Daniel Etim-Effiong, the Nollywood actor, has revealed why his wife takes precedence over his children in his heart. On the latest episode of Mansplanation, a podcast hosted by Daniel and his colleague Eso Dike, the actor spoke about the depth…...
France Introduces Sweeping Ban on Smoking in Public Outdoor Spaces
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (174+ words) France is set to implement a nationwide ban on smoking in various public outdoor spaces, including beaches, public parks, bus shelters, and areas surrounding schools, libraries, and swimming pools. The ban aims to protect children from secondhand smoke and promote…...