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Tragic Accident Claims Two University Students in Cross River State
Six university students were traveling to their hometown in Ogoja following their institution’s two-week closure to prevent participation in the August 1 hardship protest.
A source confirmed to Punch that two students, from the Departments of Guidance and Counselling, and Biochemistry, lost their lives in the accident at Ikom.
“Yesterday, some of the students finished their exams and were heading to Ogoja. At Ikom, their vehicle had an accident. About six of them were involved. Two girls and one boy were brought in unconscious, and sadly, one girl and the boy died this morning,” the source said.
Two students remain hospitalized, while the other two sustained minor injuries.
The university announced the break to ensure student safety amid the planned nationwide protest. Academic activities are set to resume on August 12, 2024.
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Nigerian Student Wins 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
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‘My Reforms Have Stabilised Nigeria’s Economy’ — President Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
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Nyesom Wike Says He Knows Civil Servants Don’t Like Him
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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