Nigerian chess in the slum convener and champion Tunde Onakoya, has been appointed the first Global Ambassador for WR Chess by CEO Wadim Rosenstein. The duo bonded over shared humble beginnings during talks in Paris and a match mid-flight to Prague’s International Chess Festival, where Onakoya sold Rosenstein a custom Nigerian Adire chessboard for 10,000...
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Football And Chess: Guinness World Record For The Longest Marathon Chess Game Tunde Onakoya And Atlético Madrid Winger Ademola Lookman
Tuned Onakoya: “We played a few chess games afterwards.”
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A Nigerian Teacher In The U.S English Access Is Being Recognized As One Of The Most Engaged Educators
U.S Mission Nigeria in a statement disclosed that: “We’re thrilled to celebrate Lucy Chinenye Obinegbu a teacher in the U.S. English Access program who has been recognized as one of the most engaged educators in the Access Community of Practice for September 2025. “Through her active participation, Ms. Obinegbu has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to...
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Miva University appoints Dr. Abah as Professor of Practice in Governance
Miva Open University inducted Dr. Joe Abah, a leading Nigerian governance expert and former director-general of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, as Professor of Practice in Governance and Public Policy for a three-year term during a ceremony at its Abuja campus on Saturday. Dr. Abah in an announcement revealed: “This morning, I was inducted...
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University Of Ilorin Vice-Chancellor Announces New Buses And Electric Vehicles To Address Campus Transport Woes
Professor Wahab Egbewole, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, announced plans on Thursday to introduce new buses and electric vehicles, responding to transportation challenges following the October relocation of the main parking area to enhance campus security. The move aims to alleviate longer walks, higher costs, and overcrowded shuttles affecting over 35,000 students and staff...
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Nigerian Billionaire Businessman Femi Otedola Donates ₦4 Billion To Augustine University, For Education Advancement, In Honor Of His Mother.
Femi Otedola: “As Chancellor of Augustine University, I am proud to present my ₦4 billion donation for the construction of a new Electrical and Electronics Engineering block. “This marks the second phase of the Dame Doja Otedola Faculty of Engineering a tribute to my beloved mother and to the power of education to transform lives....
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TOP IN-DEMAND SKILLS IN 2025
As the workplace continues to evolve, employers are placing increasing value on a combination of technical expertise and soft skills. Whether you’re entering the job market or looking to stay competitive, here are the top in-demand skills for 2025: From AI tools to productivity software, being comfortable with digital platforms is no longer optional. Employers...
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NECO Opens First International Exam Centre In The UK
The National Examinations Council (NECO) said it has established a new examination centre in London, United Kingdom, as part of its global expansion drive to provide credible assessment opportunities for Nigerians in the diaspora. Unveiling the centre during the Education Matters Conference UK 2025, NECO’s Registrar and Chief Executive, Prof. Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, said the...
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Turning Passion Into Profession
They say, “Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” But is it really possible to turn your passion into a profitable profession? The answer is yes, with purpose, planning, and persistence. Whether your passion lies in fashion, writing, fitness, photography, or baking, transforming it into a career is about...
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ASUU Calls Off Warning Strike, Lectures To Resume Nationwide
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has officially suspended its two-week warning strike, bringing a sigh of relief to millions of students and parents across the country. ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while briefing journalists on the outcome of the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, which ended...