ASHENEWS reports that the Sokoto State government has denied taking any foreign loan to executive developmental projects in the state.
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The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can aid the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) agenda of 2030 in Nigeria, an Information Communication Technology (ICT) expert, Oluwafemi Osho said.
“Mangroves provide protection against storms, erosion, and flooding, sources of food and timber, improved water quality and carbon sequestration,” UNEP points out,
Mrs Oluremi Tinubu has said that early detection of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can help people on the autism spectrum reach significant gains in their abilities. This is contained in a message Oluremi sent on World Autism Awareness Day, marked every year on April 2. “The journey for families with loved ones who are autistic can be challenging, today, I salute and celebrate their unwavering love and dedication. “I also recognize the crucial role of community organizations in providing support, resources, and opportunities for individuals with autism and their families. However, early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to ensure individuals…
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, has called for unity to realise the full rights of persons living with autism, calling for an inclusive and accessible world for all. Guterres made the call in his message to mark World Autism Awareness Day, globally, celebrated on April 2. The annual commemoration on April 2 is a moment to recognise and celebrate the important contributions of autistic people in every country and community. “But around the world, they continue to confront barriers to their fundamental rights to education, employment and social inclusion — as called for by the Convention on the Rights of Persons…
As a result of insecurity, between February and March 2024, about 500 people were kidnapped in a series of mass abductions in Borno and Kaduna States alone. On February 29, suspected Boko Haram members abducted over 150 people, primarily women and children living in IDP camps.
The Kebbi Government says it has approved the subsidy allocation of N3.34 billion to 3,344 prospective pilgrims to this year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia from the state.
ASHENEWS reports that the Niger state government has assured internally displaced persons in the state of improvement to their living conditions.
The University of Ilorin (Unilorin) has expelled or rusticated 19 students involved in various offences.
A 15-year-old girl, simply identified as Miracle Ogbonna, was reportedly electrocuted while fetching water at the Olomore Housing Estate area of Abeokuta, Ogun state.