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Maduka University Enugu celebrates Igbo Cultural Day.
The campus of Maduka University in Ekwegbe, Nsukka, was vibrant with culture and learning as the institution hosted the third annual exhibition for its Language of the Immediate Environment (LIE) course. The event transformed the university grounds into a dynamic celebration where tradition, creativity, and academic excellence converged.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
More than a cultural showcase, the LIE Culture Day functioned as a practical academic assessment, providing students the platform to demonstrate their knowledge of Igbo traditions, values, and ancestral practices. Through performances, exhibitions, and culinary displays, students brought classroom learning to life, highlighting the richness of their cultural heritage.
Leading the festivities, the Chancellor of the university, Dr. Samuel Maduka Onyishi, joined the university community to witness the students’ impressive presentations. In his opening remarks, he emphasized the critical role of cultural identity in national development. Drawing from his experiences in China, he noted that nations that deeply value their heritage often find it easier to drive innovation and technological advancement.
“Culture offers less complexity,” the Chancellor remarked. “No culture is superior to another; what matters is the value and respect we place on our own.”
Echoing this sentiment, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles Ogbulogo, stressed that cultural awareness is vital in preparing students for leadership in a globalized world. He noted that understanding and appreciating diverse cultures fosters graduates who are thoughtful, inclusive, and globally minded.
Under the guidance of course lecturer Mrs. Juliet Owen-Hampo, students immersed themselves fully in cultural expression. The university grounds were adorned with traditional artefacts and symbols, reflecting the vibrancy and depth of Igbo heritage.
A standout highlight of the event was the Culinary Exhibition, where student groups showcased a variety of traditional dishes, judged for creativity, presentation, and teamwork. Another engaging segment, The Arts of Heritage, featured traditional dance performances, language quizzes to test fluency and cultural knowledge, and a colorful fashion parade displaying the elegance and symbolism of traditional attire.
The Core of Tradition segment featured reenactments of traditional coronation ceremonies and captivating masquerade displays, vividly portraying the ceremonial heritage of the Igbo people.
The excitement reached its peak when Group A was declared the overall winner of the exhibition. The group also crowned the new King and Queen of LIE, bringing the day’s celebrations of learning and creativity to a triumphant close.
The third LIE Culture Day reaffirmed Maduka University’s commitment to holistic education, emphasizing that learning extends beyond textbooks to include cultural awareness, identity formation, and the values that shape responsible citizenship.
By celebrating culture while nurturing intellectual growth, Maduka University demonstrates that education is not only about knowledge acquisition but also about preserving heritage, fostering community, and preparing future leaders for a globally connected world.
As a forward-thinking institution rooted in excellence, Maduka University in Enugu State, Nigeria, is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC), underscoring its credibility and dedication to delivering quality, globally relevant education.
An officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has been arrested for allegedly firing gunshots into the air during a confrontation with traders at Kubwa Market in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The officer, identified as Onoja Samuel, reportedly arrived at the market armed with a pistol following allegations that some traders had assaulted his wife.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Mohammed Sanusi, disclosed the incident while addressing journalists at the command on Wednesday, Naija News reports.
Sanusi said the police received a distress call from Kubwa Market, located in the Bwari Area Council, reporting that a man was shooting into the air.
Following the report, officers attached to the Kubwa Police Division were deployed to the scene, where they arrested the suspect.
According to the police commissioner, preliminary investigations revealed that Samuel holds the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Corps (DSC) in the NSCDC.
He explained that the officer allegedly fired several shots during an argument with the traders.
“During the ensuing argument with the traders, Onoja Samuel, who is a DSC with the NSCDC, fired several shots into the air,” Sanusi said.
The police recovered a CZ pistol and 17 rounds of live 9mm ammunition from the suspect.
Sanusi added that Samuel remained in police custody and would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.
The commissioner also urged personnel of other security agencies operating in the FCT to exercise restraint and notify the police divisions responsible for their areas before conducting authorised operations.
He stressed that effective coordination among security agencies was essential to preventing confrontations and maintaining peace across the territory.
Nigerian gospel singer Laolu Gbenjo has cautioned the public against spreading unverified information about the circumstances surrounding the death of his colleague, Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Gbenjo’s warning comes amid growing controversy surrounding the late singer’s death and burial arrangements, with reports of disagreements among members of his family.
The gospel singer spoke on Tuesday during a night of tributes held in honour of Toluwanisings in Ibadan, Oyo State. He warned against allowing the situation to degenerate into a controversy similar to the one that followed the death of Nigerian singer Mohbad.
Describing the deceased as a devoted Christian and a genuine servant of God, Gbenjo said Toluwanisings was passionate about his faith and had a good relationship with people.
He urged the public to stop fuelling unnecessary controversy over the late singer’s death, particularly through social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
“You can never see Toluwani in the midst of jobless people. He had a good heart. He was a friend to everybody. He served the Lord with all his heart. Don’t turn Toluwani into Mohbad. That madness on TikTok and Instagram must stop. If you are jobless, go and look for a job,” Gbenjo said.
Meanwhile, comedians Ayobami Ajewole, popularly known as Woli Agba, and Olamide Oladimeji, also known as Dele Omo Woli, have threatened legal action against individuals allegedly linking them to Toluwanisings’ death.
Woli Agba disclosed this in a public notice shared on his Instagram page on Sunday.
In the notice issued by their solicitors, Gemgold, the comedians warned members of the public against publishing or circulating allegations they described as false and defamatory against them.
The legal notice maintained that the allegations were baseless and intended to damage the reputations of the two entertainers.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed December 2, 2026, for judgment in the ₦1 billion fundamental rights suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and other respondents.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik set the date after lawyers representing the parties adopted their respective court processes.
However, El-Rufai’s lawyer was absent when the case was initially called. The judge subsequently deemed the former governor’s filed processes adopted.
Counsel to the ICPC, Abdul Mohammed (SAN), adopted the commission’s court processes and urged the judge to dismiss the suit in its entirety.
Similarly, the lawyer representing the Inspector-General of Police, ACP Ezekiel Rimamsomte, and Maimuna Lami-Shiru, Director of Civil Litigation and Public Law, who appeared on behalf of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), adopted their respective processes and asked the court to dismiss the case.
During the proceedings, El-Rufai’s lawyer, Ubong Akpan, arrived in court and apologised for his lateness.
When Akpan sought the court’s permission to adopt his client’s processes, Justice Abdulmalik informed him that the documents had already been deemed adopted.
The judge subsequently adjourned the matter until December 2, 2026, when judgment is expected to be delivered.
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