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Owo High School, Imade, Unity, others qualify for FSMO Stage 3

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  The Falaye Science and Mathematics Olympiad (FSMO) has announced the qualified schools for Stage 3 of the ongoing competition, and Owo High School, Imade College, St. John/Mary Unity, and several others have made the cut. Others include AUD Grammar School, Dominion, Fourah-bay College, Samdov, Ebenezer School and Redeemer College. The maiden edition of FSMO , which is solely sponsored by an Òwò born philanthropist, Dr. Foluso Bamidele Falaye, kicked off on May 28, 2024, with Stage 1 (weed off test) held online, followed by Stage 2 at Owo High School, Owo, on May 31, 2024. The competition has been intense, with students showcasing their exceptional skills in science and mathematics. 33 schools registered for the olympiad which include both public and private in Owo Local Government Area. The top-performing schools in Stage 2 with 16 candidates have secured their places in Stage 3, which promises to be even more challenging. The finalists will compete in the ultimate Stage 4 on Jun...

ANCOSOS 2024 on AI: If you're not well informed, you will be shamefully deformed - Don asserts

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In a grand display of academic excellence and innovation, the Annual National Conference of the School of Science ( ANCOSOS 2024 ) officially commenced on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at the prestigious Obong Lecture Theatre in Adeyemi Federal University of Education Ondo. The theme for the year’s conference is “Breaking Boundaries and Extending the Frontiers of Science and Science Education through Artificial Intelligence for a Brighter Future”.  The distinguished Prof. Michael Awodiran of the Department of Zoology, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, graced the occasion as the Keynote Address Presenter, bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to shed light on the conference theme. Dr. Kehinde Emmanuel Adenegan, a renowned figure in the field of Mathematics and ICT and the anchor of Yoruba Mathematics Class on YouTube, took on the role of Lead Paper Presenter, captivating the audience with insightful perspectives on advancing science and science education. "If you are not well ...

Hon. Mrs. Adefunke Adewale celebrates 70 in Grandstyle

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Hon. Mrs. Margaret Adefunke Adewale was celebrated in grand style on her 70th birthday at the prestigious Oba Olateru Olagbegi Event Centre in Owo on May 18, 2024. The event was a heartwarming celebration of a milestone in her life, filled with love, joy, and gratitude from her children, family, and well-wishers. Every parent deserves to be celebrated and it is indeed the outfit prayers that the leaf to be fulfilled and it the fruit of their labor. Things were not different with Honorable Mrs Margaret Adewale who clocked 70 on planet Earth and was gloriously celebrated by all and sundry in our Òwò. Kingdom During the celebration, the children of Hon. Mrs. Margaret Adefunke Adewale demonstrated their deep love and appreciation for their parents. The first son, Mr..Kunle Adewale, a business mongul and astute administrator, took the stage before the attendees to express heartfelt gratitude to his parents who were seated, acknowledging their guidance, support, and love throughout the year...

GTBank RMD, Jubril Adeniji, tasks academia on artificial intelligence

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At the ongoing 41st annual conference of the Nigerian Mathematical Society ( NMS ) holding at the University of Ibadan between May 6th and 10th, 2024, with the theme “Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and National Economy,” GTBank’s Kenya Regional Managing Director, Jubril Adeniji , delivered a keynote address emphasizing the importance of academia’s role in driving research and development in AI.  Adeniji, a versatile banker with 21st century knowledge in the banking industry and a product of the Department of Mathematics UI , began his speech by acknowledging the significance of Mathematics as a foundation for various scientific disciplines, exclusive of none, and technological advancements. He then highlighted AI as a critical area of focus due to its potential to revolutionize industries and boost economic growth. The GTBank Regional MD further emphasized that Nigeria could not afford to be left behind in this global technological race as he showcased various countries...