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The federal government, through the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), has concluded plans to train 5 million Nigerian workers across the public and private sectors in Artificial Intelligence over the next three years. Meanwhile, the digital skills gap in Nigeria could cost the economy an estimated \$11 billion annually in lost growth opportunities. President of DBI, David Daser, who disclosed this at the 21st anniversary of the institute yesterday in Abuja, said that Nigeria is poised to become a hub for AI innovation and training. He noted that this ambitious goal is already in motion, bolstered by the backing of President…

In the coming hours, Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle is expected to unveil the Nigeria squad for the engagements in May and June – and there’s a lot more on the line than just friendlies. Nigeria will participate in the Unity Cup this May – a symbolic mini-tournament against Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago aimed at strengthening ties between African and Caribbean nations. Next month, the Eagles also face Russia in Moscow. While these games carry no competitive weight, for Chelle, they are priceless. Nigeria vs Rwanda: Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen celebrates with Coach Eric Chelle. Photo by…

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) has launched an expansive manhunt to capture inmates that escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Ilesa, Osun State. In a statement on Tuesday, the Deputy Controller of Corrections, Umar Abubakar, said the escape happened as a result of the rainfall that breached the security of the facility on Tuesday. He said the incident led to the escape of seven inmates. According to Abubakar, the Controller General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape. He said the service is working closely with sister security agencies…

Chief of Staff to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Olufemi Gbajabiamila, has faulted the N3.52 trillion allocated to the education sector in the 2025 budget presented by President Bola Tinubu, saying the amount falls far short of expectations. Gbajabiamila made this known while speaking as a guest lecturer at the maiden annual lecture of Osun State University, held at the Olagunsoye Oyinlola Auditorium, Main Campus, Osogbo, on Tuesday. He dwelt on the theme, “Interrogating Funding of Education: Global versus Nigerian Perspectives.” Acknowledging that education is a right and not a privilege of all Nigerians, the former Speaker…

Former German Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen are desperate to sell Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface this summer amid interest from Premier League club Newcastle United, Soccernet.ng reports. Boniface has enjoyed a decent stay at Bayer Leverkusen since he joined the club from Belgian side Royale Union SG two seasons ago. The 24-year-old striker has contributed 17 goals and 11 assists in 51 appearances, helping them win the Meisterschale last season and a second-place finish this season. Boniface would probably have more goals for Bayer Leverkusen if not for the injuries he has suffered. Meanwhile, the Nigerian’s brilliance has attracted interest…

 Lara Adejoro The Federal Government on Tuesday reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the growing threat of toxic plastics and electronics in Nigeria. The Director General of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency, Innocent Barikor, said this at the inception workshop for the Circular and Persistent Organic Pollutants-free Plastics in Africa project in Abuja, organised by NESREA with the support of the United Nations Environment Programme. The workshop was aimed at strengthening multi-stakeholder collaboration towards eliminating POPs in plastics and promoting circular economy principles in Africa. Barikor stated that the workshop will address the environmental challenges posed by POPs…

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has declared that lawmakers were not elected to engage in conflict with the executive but to collaborate in advancing the country’s development agenda. Speaking in a forthcoming State House documentary to mark President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office, Akpabio stressed the importance of cooperation between the legislative and executive arms of government. “When you’re elected into the National Assembly—whether in the Senate or the House of Representatives—your constituents don’t give you boxing gloves. It’s not a boxing match,” he said, insisting that “you’re elected to work together, across party lines, for Nigeria’s…

Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi has informed Turkish Super Lig club Fenerbahce that he will be leaving them when his contract expires at the end of the season, Soccernet.ng reports. Osaka-Samuel’s future has been a major subject at Fenerbahce in recent weeks as his contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and he has refused to pen a new deal. Meanwhile, he has also been linked with a transfer to the English Premier League, with Crystal Palace touted as a potential destination, albeit nothing concrete has emerged yet. Bright Osayi-Samuel of Fenerbahce [Photo credit/Imago]Fenerbahce’s season has…

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has disagreed with Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, on his commendation to Osun State governor Ademola Adeleke over governance in the state. Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, in a statement on Tuesday, disclosed that Gbajabiamila had praised Adeleke and his team members for doing “a phenomenal job.” The former Speaker of the House of Representatives reportedly gave the commendation while speaking at the Government House in Osogbo before he delivered a lecture at Osun State University. According to Rasheed, Gbajabiamila said Adeleke has prioritised governance over…

The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confirmed the arrest of 82 persons in connection with illegal drug activities last month in Delta State. Recall that the command arrested 322 suspected drug abusers at various locations in the state between January and March this year.According to the Delta State Commander of NDLEA, Abubakar Wada, who confirmed the arrest to The Guardian in Ogwashi-Uku, the suspects comprise 56 males and 26 females. Wada, who rolled out the numbers of achievements recorded by the command, said 17 of the arrested suspects were charged to court and convicted accordingly. Speaking further, the…