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Nigerian Engineer, Kemisola Bolarinwa Invents Smart Bra for Early Breast Cancer Detection
Kemisola Bolarinwa, a Nigerian robotics and embedded systems engineer, has invented a smart bra capable of diagnosing early-stage breast cancer before symptoms manifest. Bolarinwa unveiled her innovative creation to the world in February 2022, marking a significant milestone in … Continue Reading
N1.5 Billion Free Food Programme and Interest-Free Loans: Akwa Ibom State Governor Intervenes to Alleviate Hunger and Poverty
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has initiated a free food programme and access voucher for vulnerable people in the state. The governor flagged off the programme during a ceremony held at the renowned Itam International … Continue Reading
Chinese National Sentenced to Death for Murder of Nigerian Girlfriend in Kano
In a landmark ruling, a Kano-based High Court has delivered a death sentence by hanging to a Chinese national, Frank Geng-Quangrong, aged 47, for the brutal murder of his Nigerian girlfriend, Ummukulsum Sani, aged 22. The tragic incident occurred at … Continue Reading
N2.7 Billion Money Laundering Case: EFCC Arraigns Two Suspects in Lagos Court
In the fight against financial crimes, the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought charges against Akeem Adekunle and Kayode Olusola Ayodeji before Justice I.O Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting … Continue Reading
Federal Executive Council Approves N60 Billion Boost for Young Entrepreneurs
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has sanctioned the disbursement of N60 billion from the Central Bank of Nigeria through the Agric Small and Medium Enterprises Investment Scheme to bolster small business growth, particularly among young entrepreneurs.
The announcement came … Continue Reading
Court Rules Omehia Not Entitled to Former Rivers Gov Benefits
The Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has made a decisive ruling on the contentious issue of Celestine Omehia’s entitlement to pension benefits from the state government.
The court has ruled against the demand by the Rivers State Government … Continue Reading
Nigeria Incurs N273 Billion Losses in Four Days Amid Internet Disruption Crisis
The recent breakage of subsea cables has led to significant disruptions in internet services across Nigeria and several West African countries. It also came with a great revenue losses to the countries affected.
According to MainOne, the company responsible … Continue Reading
Federal Government Allocates N110 Billion for Youth Development fund and Agricultural SMEs
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the release of a total of N110 billion. This funding will be channeled towards the operation of the newly restructured Youth Development Fund and investment in agricultural SMEs. The decision was announced … Continue Reading
Nigeria’s Cashew Export Earnings Projected to Surge to $600 Million
Nigeria’s cashew industry anticipates a substantial boost in export earnings, aiming to reach $600 million this year, driven by efforts to ramp up domestic production to 400,000 metric tonnes.
Last year, Nigeria exported 315,677 metric tonnes of raw cashew nuts, … Continue Reading
Defence Headquarters Declares 97 Persons Wanted for Involvement in Violent Crimes
The Defence Headquarters has announced the pursuit of 97 individuals, including terrorists, insurgents, and other criminals, responsible for violent activities across the nation.
Among those sought is Simon Ekpa, … Continue Reading