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 In a significant step toward achieving clean and safe water access for students, the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) SDG Youth Club has formally integrated the Clean Water Tank Project into its official workplan. This was disclosed in a meeting held between Ajibola Badrudeen, the president and project coordinator of the OAU SDG Youth Club and Engr. Akinade, the head Water Engineering Unit Department. The meeting addressed the key issues affecting water supply in OAU hostels which include: Dirty and unsafe water, Rusty pipes and Frequent pipe breaks and leaks. During the discussion, the Project Coordinator commended the university management for their effort in managing the current water situation with limited resources. Engr. Akinade expressed his enthusiastic support for the initiative, stating that he would be glad to inform the Vice Chancellor about this positive development. A major outcome of the meeting was the decision to officially incorporate the Hall Water T...

An 18-year-old boy in Anambra State has reportedly impregnated no fewer than 10 girls, sparking concern and calls for intervention from the state government. The Anambra State Commissioner for Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo, disclosed this in a social media video, saying that the matter was brought before her on Tuesday. Two of the pregnant girls are his master’s daughter and salesgirl, while the eight others were impregnated just two months after he returned to the village, having been sent packing by his boss. According to Obinabo, in a live video she shared on social media seeking advice, she said: “I want advice from the public because this one is beyond my capacity. “This boy was sent to learn trade at the age of 18 and, three months into the apprenticeship, he impregnated his oga’s daughter and his salesgirl. He was sent packing. Two months after that, he impregnated eight others in the village. “The mother reported the matter to my office, saying any...

The Hill Top Creative Art Foundation (HCAF), Lagos Chapter, marked a significant milestone on Saturday, April 19, 2025, as it inaugurated new executive team during a distinguished swearing-in ceremony held at the Arcade Conference Hall, Lagos State University. The Art Foundation is renowned for its commitment to nurturing creativity and artistic excellence among young talents, the foundation’s leadership transition signals the beginning of a new chapter in its inspiring journey. Following two years of dedicated service, the outgoing executives officially handed over leadership responsibilities to the newly appointed team.  The event attracted a host of esteemed guests, including Mr. Tunde Oyelowo (ably represented by Mr. Jelil Adenakan), guest of honor who is the Apex Lagos State Youth Ambassador, Mr. Obadare, and Mr. Azeez Lamina, ably represented by Mr. Israel. In his farewell address, a representative of the outgoing executives expressed hea...