South Korea’s $7 billion AI investment to secure semiconductor leadership

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi South Korea’s $7 billion AI investment to secure semiconductor leadership. In a bid to maintain its global prominence in semiconductor technology, South Korea has unveiled a bold plan to invest $7 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) by 2027. President Yoon Suk Yeol announced on Tuesday that this massive investment aims to bolster […]

Switzerland found liable for climate crisis violations

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Switzerland found liable for climate crisis violations. In a groundbreaking decision, an international court in France has ruled that Switzerland’s inadequate response to the climate crisis constitutes a violation of human rights, setting a precedent with global implications.   The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg, France, issued rulings on […]

Professor disciplined for academic misconduct at Ekiti State University

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Professor disciplined for academic misconduct at Ekiti State University In a significant development at Ekiti State University, Professor Edward Olanipekun, the Vice Chancellor, revealed that the institution has taken disciplinary action against a professor for alleged plagiarism. Speaking during the university’s convocation ceremony, Olanipekun emphasized the gravity of academic integrity and underscored […]

Monarch urges withdrawal of soldiers from Delta community amid bloodbath

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Monarch urges withdrawal of soldiers from Delta community amid bloodbath   The Ovie of Umiaghwa Abraka Kingdom in Delta State, Lucky Ararile, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to instruct the military presence in the troubled Okuama community to depart from the area.   Addressing the tragic killing of 17 military personnel […]

Empowering Agro-Tech: Ekiti varsity launches N1bn fund

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Empowering Agro-Tech: Ekiti varsity launches N1bn fund Ekiti State University’s Chancellor, Dr. Tunji Olowolafe, has revealed the inauguration of a N1 billion Innovation Fund aimed at supporting agro-tech ventures initiated by the institution’s students and alumni.   The announcement came during the university’s 28th convocation held on April 3-4, 2024, where Olowolafe […]

Relief amidst scarcity: Fuel supply assured in Lagos

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Relief amidst scarcity: Fuel supply assured in Lagos Amidst the concerns over fuel scarcity in Lagos and neighboring states, the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) has stepped forward with assurances of uninterrupted supply. Mr. Clement Isong, speaking on behalf of MEMAN, highlighted the commencement of fuel distribution from depots to […]

Tinubu facilitates funds for vaccine procurement, GAVI offers $250m grant

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi   Tinubu facilitates funds for vaccine procurement, GAVI offers $250m grant President Bola Tinubu has taken decisive action to ensure the availability of vaccines in Nigeria by directing the release of necessary funds for vaccine procurement. Tinubu’s directive came during a meeting with a delegation from GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance, led by […]

Tinubu urges Gavi CEO: Nigerian manufacturers ready for vaccine production

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Tinubu urges Gavi CEO: Nigerian manufacturers ready for vaccine production. President Bola Tinubu has urged Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, to collaborate with Nigerian vaccine manufacturers to ensure equitable access to life-saving vaccines. He emphasized the capability and readiness of Nigerian manufacturers to produce vaccines during a meeting with Gavi’s CEO, Dr. Sania […]