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Jigawa State Recruits 10,000 Teachers to Address Education Emergency The Jigawa State Government has taken a decisive step to tackle its long-standing educational challenges by declaring a state of emergency and recruiting a massive 10,000 new teachers. This bold move is a direct response to a shocking baseline survey that found that an alarming 80% […]
AI vs. Originality: Former Lawmaker Cautions Students on the Perils of AI-Written Projects The debate over the role of artificial intelligence in education has taken center stage as a former Nigerian lawmaker, Senator Ajibola Bashiru, issued a stern warning to students against using AI tools to write their academic projects. The senator, who is also […]
A New Chapter: FG Unveils Portal to Track Teachers Nationwide The Federal Government has taken a decisive step towards reforming the nation’s education sector with the unveiling of a new digital portal for the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). The platform is intended to serve as a central database for all teachers nationwide, effectively […]
A Looming Threat: FG Issues Flood Warning for Nine Northern States, 14 Communities The Federal Government has issued a critical flood alert for nine northern states, cautioning residents and authorities about the high risk of heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in 14 communities. The warning, which comes from the National Flood Early Warning Centre (FEWS […]
Lagos’s Logistics Challenge: Warehouse Rents Skyrocket as Demand Outpaces Supply In a clear indication of a flourishing but challenged logistics sector, the cost of leasing a warehouse in Lagos has surged, with rental prices reaching unprecedented highs. A new report reveals that rents have increased by as much as 10%, with premium, Grade A facilities […]
Fostering Economic Ties: Nigeria and Japan Collaborate on Mining Investment at TICAD9 Nigeria and Japan are poised to forge a new economic partnership focused on mining, with high-level talks taking place at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama. The diplomatic engagement saw Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele […]
Banking for All: UBA Rewards Customers with N150 Million Promo to Drive Financial Inclusion In a major push to deepen the culture of savings and expand financial access, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has announced the launch of the fifth edition of its SuperSavers Promo. The nine-month-long campaign is designed to reward both new […]
Education First: Keystone Bank Renovates Akwa Ibom School, Improves Learning Environment In a major boost to education in Akwa Ibom State, Keystone Bank Limited has officially handed over a fully renovated and equipped block of classrooms to the Community Comprehensive Secondary School, Four Towns, Uyo. The project, which is part of the bank’s Educational Support […]
Tackling the Collapse Epidemic: Builders Group Calls for Stricter Adherence to Building Codes In a desperate bid to stem the tide of tragic building collapses that have plagued Nigeria, a key professional body in the construction sector is sounding the alarm, urging all stakeholders to prioritize safety by strictly adhering to established building codes. The […]
State Prepares to Host Landmark Tourism Exhibition for Over 15,000 Stakeholders In a bold effort to unlock Nigeria’s vast and largely untapped tourism potential, Lagos is set to host a landmark cultural and tourism exhibition in December 2025, an event designed to bring together over 15,000 stakeholders from across the country and overseas. The exhibition, […]
A Renewed Vision: Julius Berger Resumes Construction on Abuja Centenary City After a Decade-Long Delay The vision of a futuristic city modeled after Dubai and Monaco in the heart of Nigeria’s capital is finally being resurrected. After a long and painful 11-year hiatus, the Abuja Centenary City project is officially back on track, following the […]
Kano Manufacturers Threaten to Leave Discos for NDPHC’s More Reliable Electricity In a bold move that could set a new precedent for Nigeria’s industrial sector, the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Kano Branch, has announced its intention to bypass the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) and secure a direct, reliable power supply from the Niger […]
Nigeria, Japan move to deepen mining partnership Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake in a warm handshake with President, Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security, Mr.Michio Daito after the talks in Yokohama Nigeria and Japan have taken fresh steps toward stronger collaboration in the mining sector, as Minister of Solid Minerals […]
Operation Delta Safe: Army Troops Neutralise Nine Illegal Refineries, Arrest 69 Suspects The Nigerian Army has dealt a significant blow to the network of oil thieves operating in the Niger Delta, announcing the arrest of 69 suspected criminals and the destruction of nine illegal refining sites. The operation, which spanned a two-week period from August […]
Political Tensions Mount: APC Aspirant Accuses Governor Oyebanji of Threatening Party Officials As the political landscape in Ekiti State begins to take shape for the 2026 gubernatorial election, a major crisis is brewing within the All Progressives Congress (APC). A yet-to-be-named aspirant has launched a scathing attack on the state governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, accusing […]
A Tale of Two Deltas: Activist Decries Marginalization of Ijaw, Itsekiri Communities on State’s 34th Anniversary On an occasion meant for celebration, a prominent voice from the Niger Delta has chosen to issue a powerful critique. As Delta State marked its 34th anniversary, a peace and environmental rights advocate, Mulade Sheriff, decried the persistent neglect […]
Heart of Gold: Dangote Pledges to Aid Phyna’s Injured Sister’s Overseas Medical Care What began as a tragic road accident in Edo State has evolved into a public showdown between a celebrity and a corporate giant, with a heart-wrenching twist of compassion. The Dangote Group has pledged to provide full medical support and compensation to […]
A Matter of Love, Not Tribe: Made Kuti Fires Back at Critic of His Inter-Tribal Marriage In a powerful testament to the legacy of his iconic family, Afrobeat musician Made Kuti has fiercely defended his marriage to his wife, Inedoye Adanne Onyenso, an Igbo woman, against a tribalistic comment from an online critic. The incident, […]
Counter-Terrorism Win: Army Troops Kill Nine Terrorists Including Two Commanders in Borno State The Nigerian Army has struck a significant blow against the Boko Haram insurgency, announcing that its troops have successfully killed nine terrorists, including two high-profile commanders, in a recent offensive in Borno State. This decisive operation is being hailed as a major […]
Presidency Throws Weight Behind EFCC, Supports Pursuit of Atiku’s Son-in-Law Over Graft Allegations The Presidency has publicly endorsed the ongoing manhunt by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for businessman Abdullahi Bashir Haske, the son-in-law to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The move, which comes amid an EFCC notice declaring Haske wanted, has sparked […]