. ..........calls for overhaul of varsity curriculums As the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt hon Benjamin Kalu, delivered his convocation lecture at the 37th convocation and 50th anniversary of the University Of Calabar, he highlighted the urgent need for overhauling of outdated curriculums in Nigerian Universities.  With the emerging use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), many Nigerian courses are becoming obsolete and lack the ability to provide students with problem-solving skills in line with modern realities. In his speech, the lawmaker emphasized the pressing need for Nigerian Universities to rise up to their challenges and prioritize the introduction of tech skills such as cyber security, artificial intelligence, and data analysis.  He stated, "The challenge before us is clear - our universities must go beyond theory to practical impact. They must bring the gown into the town and now into cyberspace where knowledge is appli...

.............says its the House's way of showing support and solidarity with the less fortunate members of the society _ By Iyke Mba 18/3/2025 The House of Representatives has presented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with a sum of N705 million to support needy Nigerians during the month of Ramadan. The contribution, which was presented by the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the House, Rt Hon Tajuddeen Abbas and Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu on behalf of the House, was said to be aimed at alleviating the economic hardships currently being faced by Nigerians During the holy month of Ramadan, in a statement released by the House, the Speaker, Rt Hon Tajuddeen Abbas, explained that the donation was the House's way of showing support and solidarity with the less fortunate members of the society, especially in these difficult times. "The House of Representatives is committed to the welfare of all Nigerians, especially during this holy month of Ramadan. We are a...