Author: Promise Odejide

The House of Representatives has committed to taking decisive measures to tackle the ongoing issue stemming from the failure to implement Presidential directives aimed at removing universities and other tertiary institutions from the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS). As reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Honourable Abubakar Fulata, Chairman of the House Committee on University Education, made this announcement during a meeting with the Conference of Vice Chancellors in Abuja on Wednesday. Fulata emphasized the committee’s resolve to address any challenges that could hinder the effective operation of universities nationwide. He highlighted…

Ibraheem Abdulhameed Labaeka, a prominent Islamic cleric and singer, has resigned from his position as Special Assistant to the Kwara State Governor on Artiste Matters. Labaeka cited his inability to justify his salary as the primary reason for his resignation. In his resignation letter dated September 12, 2024, Labaeka expressed his discomfort with receiving a salary without performing any substantial duties. He stated, “I cannot continue to break the public trust by taking a salary for doing nothing.” Labaeka emphasized that his role lacked a specific schedule of duties, which prevented him from fulfilling his responsibilities effectively. Labaeka’s resignation…

By: Ibraheem Olasunkanmi Qoseem Picture a world where minor illnesses like a cough, fever, or small cuts were fatal. This was our reality before the discovery of antibiotics. To us, antibiotic discovery was more of saving grace. It was a lifetime gift from our darling Alexander Fleming to mankind. But today, these antibiotics are failing us. Antimicrobial drugs are losing their power, and what once protected us now teeters on the edge of obsolescence. This is the harsh truth of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). To be sick is human, but what truly matters is having a cure. Yet, we are…

Controversial Nigerian musician Portable has once again found himself at the center of a storm after a video surfaced showing him slapping a pastor who was preaching near his bar. The incident, which occurred on September 9, 2024, was captured during a live Instagram broadcast, allowing viewers to witness the altercation in real-time. According to reports, the pastor was delivering a sermon outside Portable’s bar in the Sango area of Ogun State when the musician confronted him. Portable, visibly agitated, accused the pastor of disturbing his customers and disrupting his business. The confrontation quickly escalated, with Portable hurling…

On Monday, Apple introduced its latest innovation, an iPhone designed specifically for generative artificial intelligence (AI). This strategic move aims to invigorate sales and demonstrate Apple’s commitment to leading the technology frontier. The new iPhone, part of the iPhone 16 lineup, integrates advanced AI capabilities, branded as “Apple Intelligence.” These features promise to enhance user experience by enabling more natural interactions with Siri, drafting emails, and simplifying photo searches. This development is seen as a crucial step for Apple to maintain its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed enthusiasm…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become integral to our modern world, from the algorithms recommending what we watch to systems powering self-driving cars. However, as AI becomes increasingly internalized in our daily life, we must examine the consequences of growing reliance on the new development. There are questions we should ask ourselves. Is AI merely a tool, or is our dependency on it becoming a potential risk? This double-edged sword offers both immense opportunities and significant challenges that require thoughtful exploration. AI as an Empowering Tool AI’s potential to enhance human capabilities is undeniable. In healthcare, AI-driven tools aid in diagnostics,…

Nigerian singer, Abdulazeez Okikiola, ‘Portable’ has ignited controversy after calling out fellow celebrities for their perceived hypocrisy in supporting popular music video director TG Omori during his medical crisis. Despite being lauded on social media, Portable argues that these expressions of “fake love” fail to translate into the financial assistance Omori desperately needs after his body rejects a donated kidney. Portable’s accusations have raised eyebrows, particularly as he compared the lack of support for Omori to the past charitable donations made to Bobrisky, a controversial cross-dresser, from influencers like Don Jazzy and Victor Osimehn. Portable’s comments have led to online…