The World Bank has appointed Aliko Dangote, the President and CEO of Dangote Group, to its exclusive Private Sector Investment Lab, a prestigious initiative designed to drive economic growth and job creation in developing countries. Dangote, one of Africa’s wealthiest and most influential businessmen, joins an elite group of global leaders, including Bill Anderson, […]
The National Economic Council (NEC) has called for transformation in Nigeria’s approach to animal husbandry, urging the country to abandon traditional farming methods and embrace modern techniques to boost productivity and sustainability in the sector. In a statement, the NEC stressed that Nigeria’s current animal husbandry practices, which largely rely on outdated techniques, are no […]
Ogun State Government has arraigned the suspended Olu of Obafemi, Oba Taofeek Owolabi, over multiple allegations of land grabbing, fraudulent land sales, and assault, in what authorities describe as a crackdown on unlawful land activities in the state. The monarch, who was brought before the Ogun State High Court in Abeokuta, is facing a five-count […]
A federal judge has blocked a controversial directive issued by the Trump administration that sought to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in public schools by threatening to withhold federal funding from non-compliant institutions. U.S. District Judge Landya McCafferty issued a preliminary injunction on Thursday in response to a lawsuit brought by the […]
Medical lecturers at the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), under the umbrella of affiliate bodies of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Akwa Ibom State Chapter, have embarked on a two-week strike over the university’s alleged failure to migrate them to the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS). The striking affiliates include the Medical and Dental Consultants’ […]
Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, , has launched a scathing attack on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as a “serial loser” with a “bleak political future” in light of recent defections from the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Onanuga’s remarks came in response to reports […]
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reiterated his commitment to good governance, emphasizing that his administration is focused on doing things the right way to ensure lasting development and public trust. Speaking during a public engagement in Akure, the state capital, Governor Aiyedatiwa stated that integrity, accountability, and adherence to due process remain the […]
Namibia is set to become one of the few African countries to offer free tertiary education, following an announcement by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during her first State of the Nation Address. Beginning in 2026, the Namibian government will fully subsidize tuition and registration fees at all public universities and vocational training centers across the […]
A Federal High Court Abuja has issued arrest warrants for six individuals accused of orchestrating a massive $1 billion cryptocurrency investment scam through the now-defunct platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). Justice Emeka Nwite granted the order Thursday following a request by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The EFCC alleges that Adefowora Abiodun […]
A scathing online critique is fuelling debate about the motivations behind recent efforts to form a political coalition amongst prominent figures in Northern Nigeria. A post circulating on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), attributed to user @Waspapping_, accuses Northern elders and politicians of consistently failing to collaborate effectively on crucial regional issues while […]
