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Chetachukwu Mmadudiukor, a graduate of Industrial Engineering, University of Benin, Edo State, speaks with BIODUN BUSARI about surmounting challenges to achieve the academic feat of graduating with a first class How would you describe your secondary school days? My secondary school days were a bit fun. I never thought of being an engineer; I always wanted to be an accountant because I was very good at mathematics and calculations. I was in the social sciences class. I switched from the social sciences to the sciences in SS2 because I wanted to study engineering. I decided because of my dad. He…

This sponsored article is brought to you by Wetour Robotics.A field technician on a wind turbine, harness clipped, both hands on a wrench, needs to send a command to the diagnostic device hanging at her belt. A logistics worker on a loading dock, gloves on, eyes on the pallet, needs to redirect a connected lift. A person using an assistive mobility device on a crowded street wants to nudge it forward without taking out a phone or speaking aloud. None of these moments call for a smarter robot. They call for a smarter way to be heard by the machines…

May 24, 2026 9:09 am US ICE arrests Nigerian man for identity theft, fraud. Credit: X | EROLosAngeles The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE Los Angeles, has announced the arrest of a Nigerian national identified as Etinosa Osahon. The enforcement agency disclosed this in a post shared via its official X handle on Saturday. According to the statement, the 49-year-old was arrested on May 21 and is currently facing removal proceedings. “ICE Los Angeles arrested Etinosa Osahon, 49, of Nigeria, May 21,” the statement read. “Osahon’s criminal record includes stealing and being in possession of stolen mail, bank…

Amid soaring fuel costs and persistent electricity challenges affecting homes and businesses, the Chief Executive Officer of Common Sense Group, Dr Olumide Emmanuel, explains to DARE OLAWIN why Nigerians need to adopt solar energy, following the example of the Presidential Villa. He also discusses the economy, President Bola Tinubu’s reforms, savings, investments, and wealth creation. Excerpts: The 2026 budget was based on an oil benchmark of $64.85 per barrel, but crude oil prices have now risen above $100 per barrel. How can Nigeria maximise this opportunity? We have more money available as a result of the US-Iran war. The question…

A gunman opened fire near the White House on Saturday evening, with US Secret Service agents killing the assailant in a shoot-out during which a bystander was also struck, authorities said. President Donald Trump was in the White House at the time — on a day when he was working to negotiate a deal with Iran — but was not impacted by the incident, Secret Service communications chief Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement. The confrontation took place just after 6:00 pm (2200 GMT) when a man near the White House security perimeter “pulled a weapon from his bag and…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has uncovered hundreds of MDMA pills, popularly known as Ecstasy, concealed in bicycle luggage carriers bound for Europe. This agency’s Director for Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi disclosed the seizure in a narco-trend alert shared on X on Sunday. He warned members of the public against accepting parcels or luggage whose contents they do not know or which were not packed in their presence. According to Babafemi, operatives discovered the illicit drugs hidden inside the bicycle accessories during a recent operation. NDLEA uncovers illicit drugs concealed in bicycle luggage carriers The agency stressed that…

Aston Villa is reportedly preparing to make a bid for Galatasaray’s right-back Wilfried Singo as they look to strengthen their defensive options ahead of next season. The 22-year-old Ivorian has emerged as one of Turkish top flight’s standout performers, showcasing his potential to excel in the Premier League. Source link

The advance screening of ‘Call of My Life’, which held recently at Filmhouse IMAX, Lekki, Lagos, brought together cast members, filmmakers, media personalities, and fans for an evening that blended film, music and reflections on modern romance. Beyond the screening itself, the atmosphere surrounding the event mirrored the film’s emotional tone. Outside the venue, a Tiwa Savage-themed karaoke setup created a lively pre-screening experience, with fans performing her songs as guests arrived, setting a celebratory mood ahead of the premiere. The romantic drama follows Soluchi, a call centre agent rebuilding her life after heartbreak, and Eli, a newscaster who unexpectedly…

The UN World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday raised the national risk assessment for DRC to “very high” – although the global risk remains “low”.So far, 82 cases and seven deaths have been confirmed in DRC, but WHO says the real scale of the outbreak is likely far larger, with nearly 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths reported.The outbreak is unfolding amid intensified fighting, mass displacement and deep mistrust of outside authorities, fuelled by rumours and misinformation.One hospital in Ituri province on Thursday was set on fire by angry relatives after authorities refused to release the body of a…

Members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, Anambra State chapter, have rejected the Federal Government’s policy granting waivers to Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education, describing it as a non-proactive measure that will lower the standard of the teaching profession. The teachers insisted that teaching is a profession with the same status as other professions and, therefore, the standard of admission into Colleges of Education should not be cheapened to attract candidates. The Anambra State Chairman of the NUT, Chika Chukwudozie, made this known during a press briefing in Awka on Saturday while calling on…