It is "World Intellectual Property Day"

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Holidays are usually a form of unity and oneness in the affairs of mankind. So today, 26 April 2025, showcases its own instituted holidays to be observed by all concerned.

Holidays Calendar submits that "World Intellectual Property Day" is a holiday that’s observed every year on April 26th. It was first established in 2000 by the World Intellectual Property Organization to raise the public’s awareness of how trademarks, copyrights, and patents impact everyone’s daily lives.

They also created it to show the public the importance to artists and creators of ensuring their intellectual property remains safeguarded. Since intellectual property is important for innovation and creativity, this is a day that everyone should consider celebrating when it rolls around in April.

The History of World Intellectual Property Day

In September of 1998, this holiday was first proposed by the Director-General of the National Algerian Institute for Industrial Property. The following April, the institutionalization of the idea was proposed to the U.N. General Assembly.

In August of 1999, the Chinese delegation to the World Intellectual Property Organization also recommended the adoption of a World Intellectual Property Day. In October of that same year, WIPO’s General Assembly approved the adoption of this day, and in April of 2000, it was observed for the very first time.

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1999 ECOWAS protocol on cross border grazing origin of insecurity in Benue — Governor Alia

Hyacinth Alia, Benue State Governor

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has attributed the prolonged insecurity in the state to Nigeria’s adoption of the 1999 ECOWAS protocol on cross-border grazing, describing it as the bedrock of the crisis that has displaced thousands and upended agrarian livelihoods in the state. 

Speaking in a detailed interview with Vanguard, the Catholic priest-turned-politician lamented the consequences of the protocol, which allows pastoralists from neighbouring West African countries to move freely across borders for grazing purposes. According to him, this framework, which Nigeria formally adopted in 1998, drastically altered the dynamic between local communities and herders.

“In our growing years, we used to see herders come during the dry season and leave afterwards. There was order. But post-1999, what we began to see was entirely different. What is happening now is not traditional grazing — it is planned, coordinated, and militarised displacement,” Alia said.

So, What Happens After The Pope Dies?

Incase you wondering on what NEXT after the passing of the Pope, well wonder no more because Vanguard reports that the death of Pope Francis on Monday sets in motion centuries-old traditions which will culminate in the election by cardinals of a new pontiff — but with a few changes.

According to the report here is how the process unfolds:

– Sede Vacante –

The Catholic Church enters a period known as “Sede Vacante” (Vacant See) during which a senior cardinal takes over day-to-day affairs until a new pope is elected.

The cardinal, referred to as the “camerlengo” (“chamberlain”), in this case will be Irish-American Kevin Farrell, appointed to the role by Francis in February 2019.

He is the only top official in the Church hierarchy to remain in post, with all others required to resign following the death of the pope.

Brand New Night Club Berths In Lagos

 

Lagos, the centre of excellence not only witnesses but now houses a brand new night club.

According to its owner, a Businessman and Chairman of Jampat Hotel and Suites, James Ojo, has said the new club— Rock 9ite— is redefining nightlife in the Ikotun area of Lagos, “with a bold blend of luxury, top-tier music, and vibrant energy, offering a memorable experience for party lovers and nightlife enthusiasts alike”.

Pope Francis dies at age 88

21 June 2018, Geneva, Switzerland: On 21 June 2018, the World Council of Churches receives a visit from Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic Church. Held under the theme of “Ecumenical Pilgrimage - Walking, Praying and Working Together”, the landmark visit is a centrepiece of the ecumenical commemoration of the WCC's 70th anniversary. The visit is only the third by a pope, and the first time that such an occasion was dedicated to visiting the WCC. Here, an ecumenical prayer service with religious leaders from all over the world. Photo: Albin Hillert/WCC

Death, it is said is inevitable to mankind and so, Pope Francis, ecumenical prophet of mercy dies at age 88.

According to World of Council of Churches report, the world today learned of the death of Pope Francis, the bishop of Rome and leader of the world’s 1.37 billion Catholics.

Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC) said, “Pope Francis’s passing will be mourned around the world, not least among his many allies and admirers in the ecumenical movement and in the worldwide fellowship of the WCC. His papacy has been a great gift to the ecumenical movement, and he has been a dedicated collaborator in our efforts toward Christian unity and reconciliation and a prophetic voice for peace, the environment, and justice everywhere.”

Why I Married My Husband Despite 20 Years Age Gap – Joke Silva

 

Veteran Nollywood Actor Joke Silva unravels the age factor about her marital union with fellow actor Olu Jacobs.

According to Daily Post, Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva, 62, has revealed why she married her husband, actor Olu Jacobs, 82, despite the almost 20 years age gap between them.

She stated that she acted out of love for her husband, whom she described as a “gorgeous person.” 

Silva featured in a recent episode of the Leadership podcast hosted by Stephen Akintayo.

She shared that her dad was initially against them getting married because of the huge age gap.

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Exclusive Interview With Nigeria’s First Female Accountant-General | Oluwatoyin Shakirat Madein

DR. OLUWATOYIN SHAKIRAT MADEIN

Xclusive Interactive (literary edition) curtesy of BellaNaija, brings you an interesting interview with Nigeria’s first female Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Oluwatoyin Shakirat Madein.

In 2023, Oluwatoyin Shakirat Madein was appointed as the Accountant-General of the Federation by former President Muhammadu Buhari. She made history as the first woman to fully occupy this position. Prior to her appointment, she served as an Executive Officer (Accounts) at the Ogun State Property and Investment Corporation (OPIC) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, and was the Director of Finance and Accounts at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.

On the 10th of March, Oluwatoyin retired from the public service. We sat down with her to reflect on her time at the office, what it means to be the first female Accountant-General of the Federation and advice for young women aspiring for leadership positions in the country.

Enjoy the conversation!

Hello Dr Oluwatoyin. How are you today?

I am very well. Thank you for asking.

Woman arrested after confessing to removing a man's genitals and heart and eating the body parts, leaving a note next to his remains

A Brazilian pensioner has been arrested after she confessed to removing and eating a man's heart and genitals. 

According to Mail Online, Celso Marques Ferreira, 60, was found dead without his penis and part of his heart in a town square in the beach resort of Peruibe - a two-hour drive south of Sao Paulo.

A blood-stained note had been left alongside the homeless man's mutilated body which claimed a woman known as 'gringa' - the nickname suspect Josefa Lima de Sousa uses - was responsible.

A knife with dried blood on the blade was also found at the scene.

TikTok Sale | Trump says US talking to four different groups

 

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that his administration was in touch with some groups about the sale of Chinese-owned social media platform TikTok, and that all options were good.

Aboard Air Force ONE, U.S. President Donald Trump said that his administration was in touch with four different groups.

TikTok's fate has been up in the air since a law requiring its owner ByteDance to either sell it on national security grounds or face a ban took effect on January 19.

Reportedly, the law banning TikTok materialized amid concerns that the Chinese government could exploit the app for surveillance or covertly influence US public opinion. As the deadline approached, TikTok temporarily shut down its services in the United States and disappeared from app stores, sparking outrage among its millions of American users. However, after beginning his second term in January, Trump suspended the implementation of the ban for two-and-a-half months in an effort to negotiate a resolution with Beijing. This allowed TikTok to restore service and return to Apple and Google app stores in February.