Titilope Joseph

1 week ago | independent.ng | Titilope Joseph

Nigeria and the international community have lost one of their most illustrious sons, Otunba (Dr.) Lawrence Olu-Ibukun, whose peaceful passing at the age of 93 was announced by his family on Saturday. Described  as a towering figure in engineering, diplomacy, academia, and community leadership, Dr. Olu-Ibukun’s legacy cut across continents and generations.

1 week ago | independent.ng | Titilope Joseph

Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Prince Adewole Adebayo will join other world leaders to speak at a conference put together by the School of Business, George Washington University (GWU) in the United States of America. The invitation to participate at the conference as a speaker was extended to Adebayo by the Interim Dean, George Washington University Business School, Prof Vanessa Gail Perry, on March 20.

1 week ago | independent.ng | Titilope Joseph

LAGOS – The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, to immediately withdraw what it described as a repressive bill seeking to amend the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023. According to the organisation, the proposed amendment aims to regulate the activities of bloggers operating within Nigeria’s territorial boundaries and threatens freedom of expression.

1 week ago | independent.ng | Titilope Joseph

LAGOS – Across Nigeria, the worsening security situation has become a national crisis, with state governors increasingly coming under fire for their perceived inaction. From the relentless attacks by suspected herdsmen on farmers in Ondo to the gruesome killings in Plateau and the resurgence of Boko Haram in Borno, the bloodshed continues, and many believe the response from state governments has been woefully inadequate.

1 week ago | independent.ng | Titilope Joseph

Former Inspector General of Police, Sunday Ehindero, has commended the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for his vision in instituting Nigeria Police Day, as well as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving April 7 as an annual celebration of the force’s service to the nation. Speaking at the maiden edition of the event held at Eagle Square, Abuja, Ehindero praised the initiative as a fitting tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of police officers.