Category: Environment/Agric

NCDMB, Shell JV Partners Deepen CSR, Donate Engineering Studio, ICT Hub to FUTO

Precious Ibekwe

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), with its joint venture (JV) partners, on Thursday unveiled world-class engineering design studios and an information and communication technology (ICT) hub at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). Platforms Africa reports that the facilities were conceived and donated in furtherance of the Nigerian Content Human Capacity Development (HCD) programme which had focused lately on institutional strengthening, equipping universities and revamping select technical and vocational schools across the country, in a bid to develop competent technical…

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Two American Varsities Hold Discourse On Bobrisky

ADEOLA YUSUF

“The “rubbish” has now migrated to the realm of scholarship,’ Nigerians react to the ‘Being And Becoming Bobrisky’ academic discourse by scholars at the African Studies Centre, University of Michigan, and at the University of Kansas, in the United States of America   The University of Michigan and the University of Kansas, in the United States of America, have rallied Professors and scholars of African Studies, law and other disciplines for an academic discourse on Nigerian controversial crossdresser, Bobrisky. Platforms Africa reports that Bobrisky known from birth as Idris Okuneye,…

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5 African Countries Where Snows Fall

Abibat Babalola

  “A challenge to the narrow perceptions many hold about Africa.”   The belief that Africa is a continent of dry seasons is just a misconception as there are countries in Africa where snows are no surprises. These countries, located at higher altitudes or further from the equator, show that Africa’s geographical diversity also extends to its climate. 10 Africans Who Are Richer Than Many Countries In The Continent 421 TV, Radio Stations In 16 African Countries Are Being Tracked Team Lead Platforms Africa, Adeola Yusuf, Delivers Olabisi Onabanjo Varsity’s…

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Chief Killed As Land Grabber Inflicts Mayhem On Delta Community

Efe Wellington

  . ‘Afront on Governor,’ Jerry Nkeweshe led Thugs and operated for hours in Onicha Olona without Police interference. This raised questions for Delta commissioner of Police, Delta CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, to answer – Residents   A suspected land grabber, Jerry Nkeweshe, has allegedly inflicted a mayhem on Onicha Olona, an agrarian community in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, leading to the death of a 64-year-old man, Mr. May Anwuzia, the Community town crier. Platforms Africa reports that Ishiekpe Quarters Onicha Olona had been in turmoil for…

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Four Facts Checking Phone Immediately After Waking Up Reveals About You

Gbenga Adeoti

      ‘Pray for Gen Z, 76 percent of these millennials suffers phone anxiety,’ Psychologist Explains Damage Phone Anxiety Does To Brain, and Tips on How Everyone Can Get Over It   How many of us out there are guilty of reaching for our phones just moments after waking up? Checking email, scrolling through social media and seeing what the latest news is can be so tempting. Jay Rai, an Empowerment Psychologist specialising in the neuroscience of mental health, sa8d in an article published by Forbes ; “Granted, our…

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How ESG, Regulatory Framework’s Driving Africa’s Energy Investments – Seplat

Precious Ibekwe

Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) standards and regulatory frameworks in African countries significantly shape oil and gas investments in the continent, as they influence costs, compliance requirements, and project risk profiles. Platforms Africa reports that the Chief Financial Officer, Seplat Energy, Mrs. Eleanor Adaralegbe, according to a statement, said this during a panel session at the Africa Oil Week (AOW) Conference & Exhibitions in Cape Town, South Africa. After Platforms Africa Report, Oil Ministry Director Queried, Minister Disowns Claim NNPC Has Withdrawn Challenges To $1.2Bn ExxonMobil Asset’s Acquisition – Seplat…

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Lawyer Picks Holes in SAN Selection Process Review

Aliyu Aliyu

Before you apply for the SAN title, Paul Chukwuma Obi SAN shares professional advice for lawyers on what to know, do A civil litigation and commercial lawyer, Paul Chukwuma Obi SAN, has defended the current selection process in the Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) rank by the Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee. Platforms Africa reports that Obi who is the managing partner P.C .OBI & CO said that although the SAN rank entails a rigorous process to acquire, he wouldn’t suggest a reform. After Platforms Africa Report, Oil Ministry Director Queried,…

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‘Boats Collided, Capsized,’ How 21 People Drown in Lagos Lagoon Tragedy

Gbenga Adeoti

‘Other passengers still remain unaccounted for,’ Details Lagos State Police PRO, Benjamin Hundeyin, gave on the calamity No fewer than 21 passengers are feared drowned in a boat accident that occurred on Monday at Imore town in the Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State. The tragic incident occurred when two boats, ferrying 16 passengers each, collided and capsized in the middle of the lagoon. Why Alimosho LG Chair, Jelili Sulaimon, Was Suspended With Unanimous Vote – Lagos Assembly IT’S OFFICIAL: Earth Now Has Two Moons Minister To NNPC: Shelve…

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Why Alimosho LG Chair, Jelili Sulaimon, Was Suspended With Unanimous Vote – Lagos Assembly

ADEOLA YUSUF

+ What happened when Platforms Africa called the embattled Chairman of the biggest local government in Lagos   The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday handed down an indefinite suspension to the chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon. The suspension is with immediate effect. Platforms Africa reports that Sulaimon nether picked calls nor responded to messages seeking his reaction to the development. His media aide, Opeyemi, could also not be reached. Sitting at plenary, the lawmakers resolved that the vice chairman of the council, Mr. Akinpelu…

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‘Sweet But Regulates Blood Sugar,’ 7 Wonders of Dates

ADEOLA YUSUF

Dates, regarded as the oldest planted food in human history, has differemt benefits but seven of the wonders are highlighted in this article by Platforms Africa ; Date fruits are oval-cylindrical, 3–7 cm (1–3 in) long, and 2–3 cm (3⁄4–1+1⁄4 in) diameter, and when ripe, range from bright red to bright yellow in colour, depending on variety. Dates contain a single stone (seed) about 2–2.5 cm (3⁄4–1 in) long and 6–8 mm (1⁄4–5⁄16 in) thick. Here are its benefits. 1. Rich in Antioxidants: Dates contain high levels of antioxidants, protecting…

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