The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, OYOSUBEB, has fixed Wednesday, August 14 to Friday, August 23, 2024, for interview dates for applicants. Recall that the Board recently announced the result of teachers, who sat for its Computer-Based Tests in Ibadan. In a statement by the Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran on Wednesday, the interview sessions will take place at the Board’s headquarters at Agodi, Ibadan. Dr. Adeniran noted that 45, 827 sat for the CBT examination, while only 8,197, met the 50% cut-off mark. In the statement, Dr. Adeniran said the interview sessions,…
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In a touching tribute to the late Engr. Fatai Olalekan Tijani, the Saki Muslim Community has provided support to over 200 less privileged individuals, including widows and the elderly, during a special event held at the School of Basic Midwifery Hall, Muslim Medical Foundation in Saki. This initiative, aimed at alleviating the hardships faced by many in Nigeria, included financial assistance and was solely sponsored by Alhaja Adeleke Tijani Jayeola, the widow of the late Engr. Tijani, who passed away on August 7, 2023. May his soul continue to rest in perfect peace (Aljanat Firdaus) The program’s highlight was the…
August 6, 2024, Lagos – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised concerns about possible efforts to undermine the operations of the newly inaugurated Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Speaking at a recent event, Obasanjo expressed fears that individuals and groups who benefit from Nigeria’s lucrative fuel importation business might attempt to frustrate the refinery’s operations. Obasanjo pointed out that the establishment of the Dangote Refinery, with its significant capacity to refine crude oil domestically, poses a substantial threat to the profits of those involved in the importation of refined petroleum products. “There are those who profit immensely from the current importation of…
The Oyo State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has officially released the results of its recent computer-based tests (CBT) conducted for the recruitment of teachers into secondary schools across the state. The examinations took place from Monday, July 29, 2024, to Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Candidates who participated in the CBT can now access their scores through the official TESCOM job portal. To check the results, applicants are advised to visit this link and log in with their credentials. The release of these results marks a significant step in the state’s efforts to bolster the quality of education by recruiting qualified…
The Nigerian government has issued a stern warning against the display of foreign flags within the country, labeling it a treasonable offense. This declaration was made following a high-level security meeting convened by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House, Abuja. Nigerian Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, briefed journalists after the meeting, conveying the President’s message: “We will not allow any individual flying foreign flags in Nigeria. That is a treasonable offense and it will be viewed and treated as such.” The government views such actions as a serious threat to national sovereignty and integrity. The warning…
The Russian Embassy in Nigeria has expressed its stance on the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests, which have garnered significant attention across the country. In an official statement, the Embassy affirmed its respect for Nigeria’s democratic process and emphasized the importance of peaceful demonstrations. “We respect Nigerian democracy and believe that peaceful demonstrations in conformity with the Nigerian law are a manifestation of democracy,” the statement read. The Embassy’s message comes at a time when citizens are rallying against perceived governmental inadequacies and calling for reforms. While acknowledging the legitimacy of peaceful protests, the Russian Embassy also issued a warning against potential…
The Ansar Ud Deen Society, Saki Branch, has extended its heartfelt congratulations to three distinguished individuals on their recent notable appointments. This congratulatory message, jointly signed by the branch’s Chairman, Alhaji Sarafadeen Shittu Arowojeka, and Secretary, Alhaji Abdur-Rofeeh Abimbade, acknowledges the achievements and potential contributions of these appointees. Barr. Abdul Raheem Adebayo Shittu, a former Minister of Communications, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Governing Council at King’s David Umuahi Federal University of Medical Sciences in Uburu, Ebonyi State. The Society celebrated this appointment, recognizing Shittu’s extensive experience and commitment to public service. The message expressed confidence that…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to increase scrutiny over local government activities across Nigeria. This initiative aims to ensure good governance, accountability, and transparency at the grassroots level, following a recent Supreme Court ruling that granted financial autonomy to local governments. The announcement was made during a national dialogue organized by Agora Policy in Abuja, themed “Enthroning Accountability in Local Government in Nigeria.” Friday Ebelo, representing the EFCC Chairman, emphasized the importance of good governance, highlighting accountability, transparency, and citizen participation as key components. He stressed that these principles must be upheld by capable and…
Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the founder and CEO of Dangote Group, has once again become Africa’s richest person, surpassing South African tycoon Johann Rupert. According to Bloomberg’s real-time billionaire index as of August 5th, 2024, Dangote’s net worth has reached $13.7 billion, positioning him six ranks above Rupert, whose current net worth is $13.3 billion. Rupert briefly overtook Dangote on August 2nd, 2024, with his fortune rising to $13.6 billion, attributed to strong gains in his luxury goods conglomerate, Richemont, which includes brands like Cartier and Montblanc. This surge was part of Rupert’s significant year-to-date increase of $1.21 billion, bringing him…
Popular Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, has been released from the Kirikiri Correctional Center after serving more than four months of a six-month sentence. Bobrisky was seen leaving the facility on Monday morning, accompanied by friends in a luxury vehicle. The social media personality’s incarceration began on April 12, following a ruling by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Lagos High Court. The court found Bobrisky guilty of abusing the naira, Nigeria’s currency, and sentenced him to six months in prison without the option of a fine. The sentence officially commenced on March 24, the date of his…