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Ezekwesili launches scholarship with Nexford University for Nigerian women
By Wilfred Francis Presidential candidate ACPN and Former Minister of Education , Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has launched a scholarship program for Nigerian women in partnership with Nexford University. The former World Bank official has also become the newest member of the next-generation university’s Global Advisory Board, which includes leading academics and practitioners, such as Dr…
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Late Shehu Shagari is an epitome of integrity- NYPF
By Wilfred Francis The Nigerian Young Professionals Forum, NYPF, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late former president of Nigeria, Alhaji Shehu Shagari to commiserate with the family over the passing of the second republic president of Nigeria. According NYPF, former president Shehu Shagari is an epitome of integrity, excellence in…
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South-south governor’s condemn the victimization of CJN
By Ere-ebi AGEDAH The south- south governors forum have out rightly condemned the victimization and assault on the Chief Justice of Nigeria Justice Walter Onnoghen, stating that it is a slight on the judiciary and the nation’s democracy. While briefing journalist in Abuja, on Sunday, after long hours in a closed door meeting, the…
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2019: Group calls for Issue based campaign
By Ere-ebi Agedah As the 2019 general election draws near, Non-governmental organization under the auspices Presidential summit centre, in collaboration with Forum of Presidential candidates, has stressed the need for all presidential hopefuls to run issues based campaign which will put the interest of the country ahead of personal ambition. While speaking in Abuja, over…
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NYPF recognizes Okowa, Hamza, gives scholarship to 3 exceptional students
By Wilfred Francis In a bid to recognize various roles played in advancement of democracy in Nigeria and meritorious service, the Nigerian Young Professionals Forum, NYPF, a non-governmental organization, has conferred award for excellence on delta state governor, Ifeanyi Okowa among others. And also gave out scholarship to three first winners of its essay writing competition…
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Nexford University, A.Y.E, Partner To Empower African Entrepreneur
By Joy Imisi Nexford University NXU, and Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs A.Y.E, a network with more than 12 million members, have announced a new partnership that will equip Nigerians with the skills needed to grow and sustain successful startups. The partnership, which has been described as pioneering and the first of its kind in Africa, will…