# academic achievement (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover academic achievement. Page: Feed: --- ## [ANA Announces Awele Ilusanmi Book Promotion Award, N300,000 Prize for Authors](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/26/ana-announces-awele-ilusanmi-book-promotion-award-n300000-prize-for-authors/) _2026-08-26 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has announced a new literary initiative, the ANA/Awele Ilusanmi Book Promotion Award, aimed at strengthening the reward system for Nigerian writers and enhancing the visibility of their works. This development was disclosed in an official press statement jointly issued by the ANA President, Dr.... The post ANA Announces Awele Ilusanmi Book Promotion Award,… ## [Man beats LASTMA official with charm over traffic offence](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/26/man-beats-lastma-official-with-charm-over-traffic-offence/) _2026-08-26 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ An unidentified elderly man has reportedly attacked a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) official with what appeared to be a traditional charm during an encounter over an alleged traffic offence. The incident, which reportedly occurred in Lagos, attracted public attention after a video showing the confrontation surfaced on social... The post Man beats LASTMA official with charm over… ## [Nigerian football will rise again – Philips](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/25/nigerian-football-will-rise-again-philips/) _2026-08-25 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ Organisers of the annual Nigeria Pitch Awards are optimistic that the country’s national teams will bounce back despite a recent string of setbacks in international competitions. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, Dr. Shina Philips, President of the Nigeria Pitch Awards, expressed confidence in the ability of the national team players... The post Nigerian football will rise again – Philips appeared… ## [Donald Trump pays tribute to Parton, orders flags to be flown at half-staff](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/25/donald-trump-pays-tribute-to-parton-orders-flags-to-be-flown-at-half-staff/) _2026-08-25 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, reacted to the news of Parton’s death in a post on Truth Social, saying that he would order U.S. flags to be flown at half-staff for one week in her honour. “Very sad to report that Dolly Parton, one of... The post Donald Trump pays tribute to Parton, orders flags to be flown at half-staff appeared first on SOMOLU NEWSPAPER . ## [Ronaldo unveils new look after wedding](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/25/ronaldo-unveils-new-look-after-wedding/) _2026-08-25 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ Cristiano Ronaldo has surprised fans with a dramatic new hairstyle just days after his wedding to longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez. The 41-year-old football star showed off his new spiky blonde hairstyle on Instagram on August 13, two days after he and Rodríguez got married in Portugal. The new look is... The post Ronaldo unveils new look after wedding appeared first on SOMOLU NEWSPAPER . ## [Country music legend, Dolly Parton, dies at 80](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/25/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-dies-at-80/) _2026-08-25 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ Legendary singer-songwriter and country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. Her nephew revealed the news in an Aug. 25 Instagram video. Parton shared an update on her health on Friday, Aug. 21, acknowledging her recent decline after the March 2025 death of her husband, Carl... The post Country music legend, Dolly Parton, dies at 80 appeared first on SOMOLU NEWSPAPER . ## [China Smash 2026: World’s Best Table Tennis Stars Head to Beijing](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/25/china-smash-2026-worlds-best-table-tennis-stars-head-to-beijing/) _2026-08-25 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The biggest names in world table tennis are set to converge on Shougang Park, Beijing, from October 1 to 11 for the China Smash 2026, the fourth and final Grand Smash tournament of the 2026 WTT Series. The singles field has attracted the world’s leading players, with defending champions, Grand... The post China Smash 2026: World’s Best Table Tennis Stars Head to Beijing appeared first on SOMOLU… ## [Gov. Sanwo-Olu congratulates Muslims on Eid-Maulud](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/25/gov-sanwo-olu-congratulates-muslims-on-eid-maulud/) _2026-08-25 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended his greetings to Muslims in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of the Eid el-Maulud celebration. He urged them to reflect on the values of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and to ensure they are guided daily... The post Gov. Sanwo-Olu congratulates Muslims on Eid-Maulud appeared first on SOMOLU NEWSPAPER . ## [FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Falconets depart for Poland, promise to make Nigeria proud](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/24/fifa-u20-womens-world-cup-falconets-depart-for-poland-promise-to-make-nigeria-proud/) _2026-08-24 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ Nigeria’s U20 Women’s National Team, the Falconets, have concluded their final camping and preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, with the team scheduled to depart Nigeria for Poland on the night of Monday, 24th August 2026. The two-time World Cup silver medallists secured their... The post FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Falconets depart for Poland, promise to make… ## [Veteran actor, Ogogo laid to rest in Ilaro as Nollywood bids veteran actor farewell](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/24/veteran-actor-ogogo-laid-to-rest-in-ilaro-as-nollywood-bids-veteran-actor-farewell/) _2026-08-24 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ By Somolu Newspaper Tears flowed freely on Monday in Ilaro, Ogun State, as family members, friends, colleagues and admirers gathered to bid a final farewell to veteran Nollywood actor, Babatunde Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as ‘Ogogo’, who was laid to rest in his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State. The burial ceremony... The post Veteran actor, Ogogo laid to rest in Ilaro as Nollywood bids veteran actor… ## [Web Coding With AI, Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/AOb7wp1oliBG) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control, open source. ## [Nigeria’s amateur football environment analysis workshop ends in Abuja](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/20/nigerias-amateur-football-environment-analysis-workshop-ends-in-abuja/) _2026-08-20 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ A two-day workshop to present the Amateur Football Environment Report of Nigeria has ended in Abuja, with FIFA experts Amr Moheb and Etienne Sockeng commending the commitment shown by the Ibrahim Gusau-led NFF administration towards growing the grassroots and amateur football sector in the country. Sockeng, who is a Regional... The post Nigeria’s amateur football environment analysis workshop ends… ## [Benjamin Oyemonlan: The tech wizard from Bariga to the world](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/20/benjamin-oyemonlan-the-tech-wizard-from-bariga-to-the-world/) _2026-08-20 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ There is no doubt that, from one generation to another, exceptional talents will continue to emerge from different backgrounds, rising above their circumstances to make remarkable contributions to society and leave indelible footprints in the sands of time. Across various fields of human endeavour, history is replete with individuals who... The post Benjamin Oyemonlan: The tech wizard from Bariga… ## [Music legend, Angélique Kidjo makes history as the first African honoured on Holywood Walk of Fame](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/music-legend-angelique-kidjo-makes-history-as-the-first-african-honoured-on-holywood-walk-of-fame/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ African music legend and five-time GRAMMY-winning musician Angélique Kidjo was honoured with the 2,854th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 18 at 11:30 am PT at 7011 Hollywood Boulevard, across the street from the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Kidjo received her star in the category of Recording.... The post Music legend, Angélique Kidjo makes history as the first African honoured… ## [Princess Samiat Abolanle Bada celebrates Dullar’s new academic milestone](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/princess-samiat-abolanle-bada-celebrates-dullars-new-academic-milestone/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The Mayoress of Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA), and the Yeyesewa of Ilara Kingdom, Hon. Princess Samiat Abolanle Bada, has congratulated the immediate past Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. AbdulHameed Salawu ‘Dullar’, on the attainment of his Master’s Degree in Peace and Security Studies from Lagos State... The post Princess Samiat Abolanle Bada celebrates… ## [Gusau inaugurates NFF Fact-finding Committee, charges members on sincerity, diligence](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/gusau-inaugurates-nff-fact-finding-committee-charges-members-on-sincerity-diligence/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, MON, on Monday inaugurated the Federation’s newly composed Fact-finding Committee on Nigeria Football Setbacks, urging the members to do a thorough job with sincerity of purpose and diligence. Following the senior women national team, Super Falcons’ failure to qualify for... The post Gusau inaugurates NFF Fact-finding… ## [Afrikanwatch honours Platnova CEO with Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 Award](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/afrikanwatch-honours-platnova-ceo-with-entrepreneur-of-the-year-2026-award/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The Chief Executive Officer of Platnova Technologies, Benjamin Oyemonlan, has been honoured with the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 Award by Afrikanwatch Magazine in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the digital and financial payments ecosystem in Nigeria and beyond. The award, according to the organisers, celebrates Oyemonlan’s entrepreneurial... The post Afrikanwatch… ## [CAF President Dr Patrice congratulates Cameroon on historic WAFCON triumph](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/caf-president-dr-patrice-congratulates-cameroon-on-historic-wafcon-triumph/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has congratulated the Indomitable Lionesses, the Fédération Camerounaise de Football (“FECAFOOT”), its President Samuel Eto’o, and the people of Cameroon following their historic triumph at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (“WAFCON”) Morocco 2026. Cameroon were crowned... The post CAF President… ## [Ashimi congratulates his predecessor, ‘Dullar’ on his academic achievement](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/ashimi-congratulates-his-predecessor-on-his-academic-achievement/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. Lateef Ashimi, has congratulated his predecessor and political mentor, Hon. AbdulHamed Salawu ‘Dullar’, on his academic achievement after he bagged a Master’s degree in Peace and Security Studies from Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Lagos. Salawu, who served as the immediate past... The post Ashimi congratulates his predecessor, ‘Dullar’… ## [Ex-Lagos council chair, Salawu ‘Dullar’, bags Master’s Degree from LASU](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/19/ex-lagos-council-chair-salawu-dullar-bags-masters-degree-from-lasu/) _2026-08-19 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ …describes academic feat as “mission accomplished” The immediate past Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. AbdulHamed Salawu ‘Dullar’, has added another remarkable academic achievement to his growing list of accomplishments after bagging a Master’s Degree in Peace and Security Studies (MPSS) from the prestigious Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Lagos.... The post Ex-Lagos council chair,… ## [Ngah brace fires Cameroon to historic first WAFCON crown](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/17/ngah-brace-fires-cameroon-to-historic-first-wafcon-crown/) _2026-08-17 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ Marie Ngah scored twice, on either side of Naomi Ndjoah Eto’s goal, as the indomitable Lionesses produced a devastating first-half display to finally end their long wait for continental glory. Ngah opened the scoring in the 20th minute before Ndjoah Eto doubled the advantage 10 minutes later after being set... The post Ngah brace fires Cameroon to historic first WAFCON crown appeared first on… ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TNAGisIv5OSv) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [Sanwo-Olu storms Osun to drum support for APC, Oyebamiji](https://somolunewspaper.com.ng/2026/08/14/sanwo-olu-storms-osun-to-drum-support-for-apc-oyebamiji/) _2026-08-14 · Sheriff Owolabi Bada · SOMOLU NEWSPAPER_ The Governor of Lagos State and Chairman of the South-West Governors Forum, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has arrived in Oshogbo, the capital of Osun State, to solicit support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji, ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. Governor Sanwo-Olu, the Chairman of the... The post Sanwo-Olu storms Osun to drum support for APC,…