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The Joint Admission Matriculation Board approved a new Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination English text, "the Lekki Headmaster" for the year 2025/2 The literary work is aimed at equiping the candidates with some basic English grammar and choice of words and as well to  portray the assiduous works and dedication of the Headmaster in giving the school the standard it deserves. Author :  Kabir Alabi Garba  Class : Fiction  First published June 2023 About the author Kabir Alabi is an Sound State born journalist with PhD in mass communication.  On 15th January, 2025, Mr Alabi made an X post to announce the endorsement of his book by the university admission buddy and as well to celebrate the feat. Here is his post: "This is to announce that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has endorsed The Lekki Headmaster, a novel by me, Kabir Alabi Garba, as the reading text for the Use of English paper in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculatio...

Following the public announcement by the Ebonyi State Government Press Center for the official flag off of the State's local and international scholarship grants to her indigent students spearheaded by His Excellency Rt Hon. Francis Nwifuru, the Governor on Saturday 18th January flagged off the ceremony, an event held at the Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo International Airport, Abakaliki. Remember that early last year, the Governor has announced the willingness of his government to ensure rapid manpower development and youth Empowerment. Following this, he announced a scholarship opportunity which about 1000 indigents students of the state will be granted scholarships to pursue either postgraduate or undergraduate programs both overseas and within Nigeria. On the Ceremony held at the Airport, 204 beneficiaries were airlifted from the airport to their respective universities of choice abroad. While the 541 beneficiaries who are to pursue their programs locally had already begun since la...

The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 9, Umuahia has paid a courtesy visit to the Ebonyi State Government. This was contained in Facebook post from the Governor's verified Facebook page on Monday. According to the post, the meeting was an opportunity to discuss community policing, welfare and rewards in Nigeria. The Governor,  His Excellency Rt Hon. Francis Nwifuru expressed his satisfaction with the caliber of individuals who man the security architecture of Nigeria. He stated the readiness of Ebonyi State Government to work with the police senior officer in conjunction with the commissioner of police in the State. Below are the words of the Governor  "I am particularly impressed by the caliber of personalities managing the security of our Nation, Nigeria.  Today, the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 9 Umuahia, AIG Suleiman Yusuf was at my office on a courtesy visit. I listened to him with rapt attention and he is a square peg...

If you an X user or maybe you have some Pakistan followers on social handles, the name "Imran Khan" is what you must see a couple of times in a day! Who is Imran Khan? Imran Khan is a Pakistan former prime Minister who served between the year 2018 to 2022. He was born in 5th Oct 1952 in Lahore. He also had a very successful career as a cricketer. He is married and his marriage is blessed with two sons. Early Life and Education He attended Aitchison College and Cathedral school in Lahore before proceeding to Royal Grammar School, Worcester in England. Imran bagged a degree in philosophy from Keble College, Oxford. He ventured into cricketing career where he played for the Pakistan national team. He led the Pakistan national team to victory in the year 1992. Political Career Khan founded the PTI political party in the year 1996. He was elected into the national Assembly in the year 2002 and later on a prime Minister in the year 2018. Why is he trending? Khan has gotten the soci...

A Swedish player, Alexander Isak who is currently a striker at the magpie side has been awarded the English Premier League (EPL) player of the month for December, 2024. Isak, who is currently 25 years old secured this award after a very impressive runs in the month of December including 8 goals and 2 assists to clinch the top scorer position.  Among some of his goals includes a hat-trick against Ipswich. Isak also scored against five other EPL teams including Liverpool FC, Brentford, Leicester FC, Aston Villa and Manchester United. The Newcastle player became the fourth Swedish player to win this title in 30 years. This title was held by four other EPL players; Erling Haaland (Man City) for the month of August, Cole Palmer (Chelsea) for September, Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) for October and Mohammed Salah of Liverpool who clinched the turkey in the month of November.

Police have confirmed the arrest of a woman identified as Ihsanatu Shaaibu over a viral video where a minor was physically abused with grievous injury inflicted . According to a post made on the Nigerian Police's official Facebook page, E-signed by Force Public Relation Officer,  ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, FPRO, the abused minor was identified as Fa'iza Bala who was listed as 5 years old stepdaughter of  the suspect. Arrest was made on Thursday 9th January, 2025 while investigation into the incidence have commenced; prosecution to follow immediately investigation is concluded. The FPRO promised to keep the general public abreast of the proceedings and any other developments with regards to the case.

Synlab is leading diagnostic laboratory in Nigeria. The diagnostic laboratory came into operation in the year 2004, rendering various diagnostic and medical services while attending to over 220,000 patients annually. The Lab is currently recruiting for a position of a phlebotomist who has valid experiences in venipuncture procedures, patient managements, and sample handling. JOB TITLE: Phlebotomist LOCATION : Surulere JOB OBJECTIVE: To ensure phlebotomy and front desk are carried out effectively and efficiently. To ensure clients receive excellent customer service in line with the organizational goals. To ensure brand equity JOB REQUIREMENT: Diploma in Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Technology 1-3 years proven experience as a phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician Experience with effect puncture techniques. Understanding of proper patient identification methods Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples and use of relevant medical equipment and mater...