Author: Atoyebi Adenike
By Atoyebi Nike Students of Government Day Junior Secondary School, Lugeere, were recently given a timely lesson on personal hygiene, courtesy of members of the Education and ICT Community Development Service (CDS) group of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The sensitisation programme, held with a focus on Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) students, aimed to raise awareness on hygiene practices essential during puberty and adolescence. The event featured separate sessions for male and female students to encourage openness and ensure discussions were tailored to their respective experiences. Leading the female session, Corps Member Khadijat spoke on body odor and…
By Atoyebi Nike The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has introduced a nationwide reduction in petrol prices, providing some relief to consumers amid sustained concerns over the rising cost of fuel. In an official announcement made via its X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, the refinery disclosed that petrol will now retail between N875 and N905 per litre, depending on location. The adjustment is effective immediately and applies to all partner fuel marketing companies across the country. Under the revised pricing framework, motorists in Lagos will now pay N875 per litre, a drop from the previous N890. Prices in the South-West have…
By Atoyebi Nike Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have jointly affirmed their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to stand unopposed as the party’s presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made during the APC National Summit held at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja. The event, which carried the theme “Renewed Hope Agenda: The Journey So Far,” brought together party stalwarts from across the country, including top federal and state government officials. Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), Hope Uzodimma, moved the motion for…
By Atoyebi Nike A small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in southern California in the early hours of Thursday morning, igniting multiple vehicles and damaging several homes, according to authorities. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that a Cessna 550 aircraft went down at approximately 3:45 a.m. local time, in a street near the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego. Footage from the scene showed charred remnants of vehicles, with rows of cars reduced to blackened shells and at least one house suffering significant structural damage. Debris from the crash was strewn across the street, and emergency crews responded…
By Atoyebi Nike The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence in healthcare is beginning to unsettle the vast medical call center workforce, particularly in countries like the Philippines, where thousands of workers support American patients remotely. Employees at these centers, who help patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes and neurological disorders, are increasingly being replaced or supplemented by AI tools. These tools can schedule appointments, manage prescriptions, and even handle basic triage. While the technology promises improved efficiency, workers and health advocates are raising red flags over the potential erosion of patient trust and the human touch essential to care…
By Atoyebi Nike Education professionals have raised concerns over how students use Artificial Intelligence and social media, saying it’s weakening their focus and fueling exam malpractice. They spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Thursday, warning that these digital tools—meant to help—are often abused. Dr. Sadiq Mohammed, from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, said many students now rely on AI and apps to do their academic work. “Instead of studying, they use tech shortcuts. Some travel to ‘magic centres’ in rural areas where answers are shared during exams,” he said. He added that students enter…
By Atoyebi Nike The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is celebrating its 52nd anniversary today, May 22, 2025. Events are being held nationwide to honour its long-standing role in youth development and national unity. The NYSC was founded in 1973 to rebuild national cohesion after the civil war. Since then, it has deployed graduates to serve in states outside their own, promoting integration and service. Officials praised the scheme for uniting young people and strengthening cultural awareness. They described it as a major force in shaping Nigeria’s future. “The NYSC has remained a strong pillar of unity for 52 years,”…
By Atoyebi Nike The Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC) has commended CMA CGM Nigeria Shipping Ltd. for eliminating container deposit charges on all new bookings, a move expected to ease business for Nigerian shippers. The NSC Executive Secretary, Mr. Pius Akutah, welcomed the development in a statement issued Thursday in Abuja. He described the policy, which took effect on May 21, as a customer-friendly measure that promotes transparency and reduces trade barriers. “This is a milestone in efforts to improve port operations and reduce costs for shippers,” Akutah said. He added that the removal of container deposits would help lower financial…
By Atoyebi Nike Employees of the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) on Tuesday shut down operations at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja to protest unpaid allowances and salary arrears. The aggrieved workers, under the banner of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), accused the Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, of failing to respond to repeated demands for their entitlements. According to the union, the dispute dates back to February 10, 2025, with several unresolved issues surrounding unpaid emoluments and the misapplication of agency funds. Clad in red shirts and chanting solidarity songs,…
By Atoyebi Nike The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), FCT Area Unit, has voiced deep concern over the continued strike by teachers employed under the Local Education Authority (LEA), urging immediate intervention from both political and community leaders. The strike, which began in March, has disrupted learning for over 300,000 students in public primary schools across the Federal Capital Territory. The teachers are demanding the payment of outstanding arrears and allowances, which they say have remained unresolved for several months. In a public statement signed by the Area Unit Amir, Barrister Adam Ahmad Adam, the MSSN described the situation…