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Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has appointed Prof. Adaoma Igwedibia, a reverend sister, as the Deputy Director of the University’s Advancement Board. The appointment, approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ugochukwu Bond Anyaehie, will take effect from August 1, 2026, according to a letter signed by the Registrar, Dr. Chinenye Gloria Okeke. A distinguished academic and administrator, Prof. Igwedibia is a Professor of Literary Pragmatics and Gender Studies in the Department of English Language and Literature, Faculty of Arts, UNIZIK. She previously served as Head of the Department of English Language and Literature and is widely recognised for her contributions to…

The remains of US climber Mallory Geis have been found by rescuers following an avalanche on one of the world’s highest mountains, a local government body says.Geis was part of a 10-person expedition that was on Pakistan’s Broad Peak, on the border with China, when the avalanche happened on Thursday.According to US media, Geis was 39 and from the Texas city of San Antonio.Two other bodies – of Nadhira Ahmed Abdullah Al Harthy from Oman and Pur Bahadur Gurun from Nepal – have also been identified.All have been taken to a hospital by helicopter for “legal formalities regarding identification”, according…

… as Supreme Court adopts new naming protocol Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), has directed lawyers and court officials to discontinue the use of the title “Barrister” as a prefix to their names in all official engagements at the Supreme Court. The directive, contained in a memorandum dated July 13, 2026, and signed by the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Kabir Akanbi, takes immediate effect. Addressed to litigation staff, legal practitioners, court registrars and lawyers, the circular said the move is aimed at reinforcing professionalism and maintaining uniform standards in the operations of the apex court.…

A spokesperson has expanded on the FAQ and confirmed to Ars that people living in sanctioned nations will not be allowed to go through the verification process. That means they will not be able to effectively distribute software through any channel internationally. Today, someone making an app in, say, Cuba can distribute it freely around the world, as well as at home. Anyone can install it and see their work in action after tapping through a few sideloading alerts. In the coming months, that will no longer be the case. These unverified apps will only be easily installable in the…

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his defence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), arguing that the electoral body has not done enough to earn Nigerians’ confidence. Okonkwo spoke on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Friday while reacting to Tinubu’s recent remarks that INEC remained neutral despite criticisms from opposition parties. The ADC chieftain accused the President of speaking on behalf of the electoral commission instead of addressing public concerns about its credibility. “It is very sad. Any country that has a president who has morphed into the chief…

Bites from a lone star tick (Amblyomma americanum), which live on white-tailed deer, are the main cause of α-gal allergy in the United States.Credit: BackyardProduction/GettyThomas Platts-Mills develops a rash if he eats red meat. The immunologist is one of thousands of people who are diagnosed each year with tick-induced α-gal allergy — a life-threatening allergy that is on the rise.People can develop the allergy after being bitten at least twice by ticks that carry a sugar molecule called α-gal (galactose α-1,3 galactose) in their saliva. Ticks are often carried on deer and can be transmitted to a human host when…

English Premier League football club Chelsea’s player Cole Palmer reacts during a press conference in Sydney on July 31, 2026. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) / — IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE — By Adegboyega Adeleye Chelsea star Cole Palmer says he is eager to reunite with close friend Morgan Rogers at Stamford Bridge after the England international completed his move from Aston Villa, revealing he “can’t wait” to share the pitch with his former Manchester City academy teammate. Speaking during Chelsea’s pre-season tour in Australia, Palmer told the club’s official website that he…

Tom Corson has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Warner Music Group, upping his role from Co-Chairman and Chief Operating Officer of Warner Records. Corson, who joined Warner Records in 2018, has been overseeing the company’s business operations, strategy and commercial development for artists spanning Madonna and Red Hot Chili Peppers to Dua Lipa and Benson Boone. He will report to WMG CEO Robert Kyncl and will continue to work alongside Warner Records co-chairman and CEO Aaron Bay-Schuck during a transition period. “It’s an honor to step into this role during such a transformative era for both our company…

MultivitaminsMultivitamins are one of the most commonly used supplements worldwide – but for most people, there isn’t evidence of a huge benefit.One of the largest trials to date found a small improvement in memory among older adults taking a daily multivitamin. But the difference was tiny, amounting to roughly a quarter of a word in a 20-word recall test. Other outcomes such as mood, immune function and overall wellbeing have generally shown little to no improvement in people who are already meeting their nutritional needs through food.That doesn’t mean multivitamins are pointless. They may be helpful during life stages with…

Linus Aleke in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has uncovered a criminal syndicate allegedly involved in the production and circulation of fake diplomatic and official government number plates, which criminals use to evade security checkpoints and gain unauthorised access to restricted areas. The command said the illegal practice had become a growing security concern, as some individuals use the fake plates as a cover to carry out criminal activities within the nation’s capital while avoiding routine law enforcement checks. The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Ahmed Sanusi, disclosed this on Friday during a press briefing at the…