Duke diipo Akinsete passionately advocates for the importance of historical galleries, museums, and creative arts in Nigeria, emphasizing their roles in preservation, education, and community engagement. He highlights the need for such institutions in his community, Mushin, to benefit the youth and foster cultural appreciation. Akinsete envisions these establishments as sources of revenue and cultural hubs, promoting local heritage through events and exhibitions. He encourages Nigerian youth to pursue their creative passions and calls for community support to establish a historical gallery and museum. His efforts have garnered attention from politicians and local officials, indicating a promising future for creative arts in Nigeria.

The Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) in Osara has terminated the employment of seven staff members for collecting double salaries from different Kogi State Government establishments. The decision followed an audit by the Office of the Kogi State Auditor General. The affected staff were found guilty of gross misconduct after an interactive session with a panel constituted by the Vice Chancellor, Engr. Prof. Salawu Sadiku. Additionally, a senior patrolman was dismissed for abandoning his duties.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has invalidated the registrations of 817 candidates for the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) due to infractions involving the use of unauthorized biometric fingerprints. JAMB Registrar, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, announced that affected candidates would be allowed to re-register at the expense of the Computer Based Test (CBT) centers responsible for the infractions. Additionally, JAMB has lifted the suspension on four out of five CBT centers previously penalized for overcharging candidates for registration pins, with excess payments to be refunded to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).

Students at the University of Cambridge have voted to support a transition to a fully vegan menu in response to climate and biodiversity crises. The motion, backed by 72% of student representatives, calls for the university's catering services to remove all animal products. While the decision does not guarantee a complete shift, it provides a strong mandate for colleges to consider plant-based menus. The Plant-Based Universities campaign, supported by Animal Rebellion, has been instrumental in this initiative. The university has already made strides in sustainability, such as removing beef and lamb from menus in 2016.

The National Association of Nigerian Students commended Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun for his timely palliative intervention to alleviate the effects of naira and fuel scarcity. The students criticized the Central Bank of Nigeria for the hardships caused by the Naira redesign policy and fuel scarcity. They praised the governor's commitment to the welfare of Ogun State residents, highlighting the distribution of 400,000 food items to vulnerable residents. The students urged prioritization of their constituency, noting the severe impact of the cash crunch on their access to essential materials and funds.

Joshua Omale, a student at the University of Abuja, won first place in an essay competition organized by the Malaysia High Commission in Abuja, titled “It’s Time to Discover Malaysia.” He surpassed over 45 participants with his 800-word essay on the topic of Malaysia’s allure. The competition was part of the Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Outreach Programme, which also included the event “Colourful Malaysia, Warna-Warni Malaysia,” co-hosted by the Malaysia High Commission and the University of Abuja Centre for Asian Studies. The High Commissioner, Sharmini Devi Gopal, highlighted the MTCP's role in promoting technical cooperation and human capacity development, offering scholarships for various courses in Malaysian institutions. Joshua Omale expressed his gratitude and determination to continue honing his writing skills.

The article discusses the prevalence of strikes in Nigeria as a means for citizens to express grievances and demand changes from the government. It highlights a recent successful strike in Oyo State, which led to dialogue and commitments from Governor Seyi Makinde. The piece also covers the upcoming nationwide protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), scheduled for August 2, 2023, to address economic hardships. The acting Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has issued a statement urging peaceful protests, acknowledging the right to protest but cautioning against violence. The article suggests that while the IGP's call for non-violence is important, it may overlook the effectiveness of strikes in prompting government action. The author concludes that strikes are a vital tool for Nigerians to voice concerns and seek accountability from their leaders.

The article discusses the significance of Eid al-Adha, a major Muslim festival celebrated worldwide. It features insights from Sheikh Shakirulah Daud of Ijabatu Da’wah Islamic Foundation, who explains the origin of the festival, tracing it back to Prophet Ibrahim's divine command to sacrifice his son, which was replaced by the sacrifice of a ram. Sheikh Saheed Oladele of NASFAT highlights the spiritual aspects of the celebration and the importance of following Allah's commands. The article also includes comments from Islamic scholar Moshood Alabi, who emphasizes the festival's symbolism of sacrifice and the rewards associated with the act of slaughtering a ram. The article touches on the practices and spiritual exercises Muslims are encouraged to perform during Eid al-Adha, as well as the connection of the festival with the Hajj pilgrimage.

Aminat Yusuf, a Law graduate from Lagos State University (LASU), made history with a perfect CGPA of 5.0, becoming the Best Graduating Student in the university's 40-year history. Her achievement was celebrated at a special event hosted by Oba Adeshina Suleiman Okikiola Raji Ashade, the Oniba Ekun of Iba, who also presented her with a cheque for two million naira. The Vice-Chancellor of LASU, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, and other dignitaries, including the dean of the Faculty of Law and a member of the Governing Council of LASU, praised Aminat's hard work and role as an inspiration to others. The event was well-attended by community leaders and university officials. Aminat is set to graduate with over ten thousand others during the university's convocation ceremonies.

Police in Benue State have arrested Shagbaor Ugosor Japhet, an estate agent, for allegedly killing Erekaa Dooshimaa, a final-year student at Benue State University, after receiving N150,000 from her to find an apartment. Japhet confessed to using the money to stake a bet and later killing Dooshimaa. The police tracked the suspect through the POS machine used for the transaction and have stated that he will face trial soon.