Pharmacy, physiotherapy, optometry now six-year courses – NUC

The National Universities Commission announced on Wednesday that students studying pharmacy, physiotherapy and optometry in the university will now spend six years instead of the current five years to graduate. It added that instead of a Bachelor’s degree, they will now be awarded Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D); Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) and Optometry (O.D.
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The National Universities Commission announced on Wednesday that students studying pharmacy, physiotherapy and optometry in the university will now spend six years instead of the current five years to graduate. It added that instead of a Bachelor’s degree, they will now be awarded Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D); Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) and Optometry (O.D.

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Kaduna gov reinstates chief deposed by El-Rufai

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reinstated the dethroned Paramount Chief of Piriga Chiefdom in the Lere Local Government Area,  Jonathan  Zamuna, in compliance with court orders. Zamuna was deposed on May 22, 2023, by the immediate past governor, Nasir El-Rufai. The former governor took the decision a few days to the end of his
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Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reinstated the dethroned Paramount Chief of Piriga Chiefdom in the Lere Local Government Area,  Jonathan  Zamuna, in compliance with court orders. Zamuna was deposed on May 22, 2023, by the immediate past governor, Nasir El-Rufai. The former governor took the decision a few days to the end of his

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Alia locks out, lambasts Benue workers for latecoming

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, on Wednesday, paid an unscheduled visit to the state secretariat but met only a handful of workers. As soon as the convoy of the governor drove into the secretariat, the gates were locked by security officers leading to hundreds of state civil servants being locked out. The governor arrived at
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Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, on Wednesday, paid an unscheduled visit to the state secretariat but met only a handful of workers. As soon as the convoy of the governor drove into the secretariat, the gates were locked by security officers leading to hundreds of state civil servants being locked out. The governor arrived at

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UCL: PSG beat Man City in thrilling 4-2 encounter

Paris Saint-Germain delivered a sensational comeback performance to secure a 4-2 victory over Manchester City in their UEFA Champions League clash on Wednesday night. The Parisians overcame a two-goal deficit in a pulsating second half that showcased their attacking prowess. The first half ended goalless despite notable moments. Manchester City’s Ruben Dias and PSG’s Nuno
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Paris Saint-Germain delivered a sensational comeback performance to secure a 4-2 victory over Manchester City in their UEFA Champions League clash on Wednesday night. The Parisians overcame a two-goal deficit in a pulsating second half that showcased their attacking prowess. The first half ended goalless despite notable moments. Manchester City’s Ruben Dias and PSG’s Nuno

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Shariah panels in South West for civil disputes, says MURIC

The Muslim Rights Concern has clarified that Shariah arbitration panels operating in the six South West states are purely advisory and lack the authority to impose penalties or enforce their rulings. This clarification was made by MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, during an interview with journalists on Wednesday. Akintola explained that the panels exist
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The Muslim Rights Concern has clarified that Shariah arbitration panels operating in the six South West states are purely advisory and lack the authority to impose penalties or enforce their rulings. This clarification was made by MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, during an interview with journalists on Wednesday. Akintola explained that the panels exist

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Support Nigeria’s anti-corruption crusade, Kalu tells UK govt

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday, urged the Government of the United Kingdom to support Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Kalu made the call while delivering his speech at a meeting with members of the UK parliament with the caption titled, UK-Nigeria collaboration: A parliamentary strategic dialogue.” At the meeting
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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday, urged the Government of the United Kingdom to support Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Kalu made the call while delivering his speech at a meeting with members of the UK parliament with the caption titled, UK-Nigeria collaboration: A parliamentary strategic dialogue.” At the meeting

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Support Nigeria’s anti-corruption crusade, Kalu tells UK govt

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday, urged the Government of the United Kingdom to support Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Kalu made the call while delivering his speech at a meeting with members of the UK parliament with the caption titled, UK-Nigeria collaboration: A parliamentary strategic dialogue.” At the meeting
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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday, urged the Government of the United Kingdom to support Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Kalu made the call while delivering his speech at a meeting with members of the UK parliament with the caption titled, UK-Nigeria collaboration: A parliamentary strategic dialogue.” At the meeting

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Support Nigeria’s anti-corruption crusade, Kalu tells UK govt

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday, urged the Government of the United Kingdom to support Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Kalu made the call while delivering his speech at a meeting with members of the UK parliament with the caption titled, UK-Nigeria collaboration: A parliamentary strategic dialogue.” At the meeting
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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu on Wednesday, urged the Government of the United Kingdom to support Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Kalu made the call while delivering his speech at a meeting with members of the UK parliament with the caption titled, UK-Nigeria collaboration: A parliamentary strategic dialogue.” At the meeting

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Fresh wildfire near Los Angeles forces mass evacuations

A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes. Ferocious flames were devouring hillsides near Castaic Lake, spreading rapidly to cover 3,400 acres (1,400 hectares) in less than two hours. The fire was being fanned by
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A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes. Ferocious flames were devouring hillsides near Castaic Lake, spreading rapidly to cover 3,400 acres (1,400 hectares) in less than two hours. The fire was being fanned by

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Fresh wildfire near Los Angeles forces mass evacuations

A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes. Ferocious flames were devouring hillsides near Castaic Lake, spreading rapidly to cover 3,400 acres (1,400 hectares) in less than two hours. The fire was being fanned by
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A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes. Ferocious flames were devouring hillsides near Castaic Lake, spreading rapidly to cover 3,400 acres (1,400 hectares) in less than two hours. The fire was being fanned by

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