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Poland moves to ban smartphones in primary schools
1+ hour, 12+ min ago (220+ words) POLAND plans to ban mobile phones in all primary schools from next academic year under draft legislation approved by the government on Tuesday. The proposal, which will now be submitted to parliament, would take effect on September 1, 2026. In Poland, primary…...
Osita Oparaugo: The "spirit of Africa" building platforms for Africa's future
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (621+ words) Widely referred to by admirers as "The Spirit of Africa," Osita Oparaugo has emerged as one of the continent's most visionary Pan-African entrepreneurs and social impact leaders, dedicating his life and career to building platforms that unlock Africa's greatest asset:…...
NAF music director seeks investment in creative arts, music education
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (816+ words) THE Director of Music, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Group-Capt. Oludare Ayanbode, has called on the Federal Government to investment in creative arts, particularly music to unlock its economic potential and nurture young talents in academic excellence. Ayanbode made the call…...
BAHGIA summit targets youths, startups with development grants
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (289+ words) ORGANISERS of the Black African History Global Iconic Awards (BAHGIA) Global Summit and Awards 2026 have said the event will support outstanding students and emerging entrepreneurs with grants, mentorship and funding to promote innovation and youth empowerment across Africa. The organisers…...
LSEF donates AI Tech centre to Catholic school in Imo
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (230+ words) THE Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF) says it has donated an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tech Centre to Holy Ghost College, a Catholic school in Owerri'to promote digital learning and technology skills. The foundation said in a statement that it unveiled…...
Lagos debate initiative targets global exposure for Nigerian students
3+ day, 16+ hour ago (324+ words) STUDENTS from Lagos State's six education districts on Friday began the quest for honours at the maiden Lagos Schools Debate Competition (LSDC), a three-day academic contest in Lagos. Speaking, the Convener, Bukunmi Babatunde, a lawyer, said the initiative, organised in…...
IHTEF Africa rewards undergraduates, hoteliers with N2. 3m
4+ day, 51+ min ago (427+ words) THE International Hospitality, Tourism and Eco-Sustainability Forum (IHTEF) says it has rewarded outstanding university undergraduates and hoteliers in the tourism sector with the sum of N2. 3 million. The Founder/Chairman of IHTEF Africa, Mr Chibuikem Diala, said this while briefing newsmen…...
INMA announces 41 recipients of 2026 Africa Elevate Scholarship
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (293+ words) THE International News Media Association (INMA) has announced 41 recipients of the Africa Elevate 2026 Scholarship, recognising a new generation of African media professionals helping shape the future of news media across the continent. Selected from a competitive pool of 114 applicants from…...
Menstrual Hygiene: Soludo's daughter urges girls to prioritise health, ededucation
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (532+ words) MRS Ifeatu Soludo, Anambra State Woman Leader of the City Boy Movement, has urged young girls and women to prioritise menstrual hygiene, health and education for personal development and confidence. Soludo, also the Founder of Gloria Foundation, made the call…...
Headfort Foundation's Human Rights Summit exposes students to diverse careers
5+ day, 12+ min ago (742+ words) HEADFORT Foundation for Justice has urged stakeholders and school administrators on the need to expose children and students early to diverse careers paths, including carreer in Human Rights Advocacy. Speakers at the 2026 Career Summit organised by the foundation also corroborated…...