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10 major international events that made headlines in 2023

View this email in your browser Headlines 10 major international events that made headlines in 2023 The year 2023 will be remembered as one of the most eventful years in recent history. Read More Former Sierra Leone President charged with treason President Julius Bio's administration claimed that the former president's bodyguards were largely responsible for the attempted coup. Read More 103 killed in Iran twin explosion Another 141 people remain critically injured. It is suspected that most people sustained injury from being trampled upon. Read More ANALYSIS: African Union could become irrelevant. This is why The AU must guard against mirroring the weaknesses of its predecessor – the Organisation of African Unity. Read More Most Recent Stories After PREMIUM TIMES' report, contractors return to complete abandoned road project Following the story, the two contractors, Rubila Nigeria Limited and Archad Project Limited, returned to the site and commenced grading and laying asphalt on the road. Read More No increase in petrol pump price – NNPC "Motorists nationwide are advised against engaging in panic buying, as there is presently ample availability of PMS across the country," NNPCL said. Nigerian university, CJID set to introduce postgraduate programmes The parties said the partnership, when concluded, would have the CPSS work closely with the CJID on programmes focused on peace and digital studies, early warning and verification, as well as national security. Nnamdi Kanu will be released soon – Reps Deputy Speaker The IPOB leader, who is facing trial at the Federal High Court Abuja, has been in detention since June 2021 when he was repatriated from Kenya to Nigeria over terrorism allegations. No apology for backing Gov Diri's re-election, says Jonathan The wife of the former president, Patience Jonathan, was also on hand to receive the governor and his entourage. Business Seplat announces mechanical completion of ANOH gas plant The feat will allow Nigeria's biggest energy company by market value to ramp up gas production by roughly twofold. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Remembering Mohbad on posthumous 28th birthday Nigerians celebrate the talented young singer whose songs have made more waves in his death than in his lifetime. Zack Orji underwent brain surgery – Culture minister Mr Orji was hospitalised at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the National Hospital in Abuja on New Year's Eve. Opinion Why I have decided to resign as Harvard president, By Claudine Gay It is a singular honour to be a member of this university, which has been my home and my inspiration for most of my professional career. My deep sense of connection to Harvard and its people has made it all the more painful to witness the tensions and divisions that have riven our community in recent months, weakening the bonds of trust and reciprocity that should be our sources of strength and support in times of crisis. Nigerian student loan act: A law unfit for purpose, By Adamu Rabiu Education should be a beacon of hope rather than a source of financial strain. The youths are not just our future, they are our present strength, and it is our collective interest and responsibility to empower them to shine. In the words of Nelson Mandela, "education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Let us wield this weapon wisely and equitably for the betterment of our beloved nation. Promoted Governor Lawal kicks off Fadama III project, distributes agricultural assets to 19,000 Zamfara farmers The ceremony for the flag-off of the Fadama III project was held at the Zamfara State Ministry of Agriculture, targeting beneficiaries from 14 local government areas. Sports WTT Finals: Aruna's stunning comeback sends Calderano packing With no win over his Brazilian opponent in two previous encounters, Aruna pulled off the upset to set up a meeting with World No. 1 Zhendong Sebastian Broderick-Imasuen, Nigeria's first World Cup-winning coach, is dead Beyond his 1985 World Cup triumph, Broderick-Imasuen's legacy extended far and wide Sign up Get the scoop! Premium Times Daily Newsletter lands in thousands of inboxes every weekday. Haven't subscribed yet? Subscribe Now! Copyright © 2023 PremiumTimes, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: newsletter@premiumtimesng.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.