Edo State marked its 34th anniversary on Tuesday, August 27, 2025, with Governor Monday Okpebholo leading celebrations that paid tribute to the state’s founding fathers and called for unity among its people. The milestone offered an opportunity to reflect on Edo’s journey since its creation in 1991 and to highlight both its achievements and ongoing […]
Lagos State University of Science and Technology has received N185,969,000 from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to support 2,143 students. The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olumuyiwa Odusanya, acknowledged receipt of the funds in a letter to NELFUND’s Managing Director. The funds will support students who applied and were approved for the NELFUND student […]
Oladimeji Fabiyi, a senior stakeholder in the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has openly criticized the party’s continued reliance on geographical zoning for political appointments, describing it as ineffective and counterproductive. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, Fabiyi asserted, “Geographical zoning has not helped us in this country. We can zone to performance, competence, and […]
The Chairman of Badagry-West Local Council Development Area, Rauf Yemaren, has cautioned against illegal mining activities in Falola community and other parts of the council’s coastal belt. In a statement, Yemaren warned individuals, groups, and companies engaged in unlawful mining to stop immediately, describing their actions as harmful and environmentally destructive. The council […]
The Federal Government has emphasized the importance of space technology and exploration for Nigeria’s growth, security, and ability to address global challenges. This was highlighted during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Brazil, where a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Nigeria and Brazil to enhance cooperation in space science and technology. […]
The Kaduna State Government has reiterated its commitment to developing the creative industry as a strategic tool for youth empowerment and economic growth. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 8th Kaduna International Film Festival on Tuesday night, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, described the sector as a major driver of national development. Balarabe, […]
Global human rights organization Amnesty International has strongly condemned the Nigerian authorities for their relentless harassment and persecution of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore. The organization described the ongoing trial of Sowore on charges of terrorism financing, money laundering, and fraudulent activities as baseless and politically motivated attempts to silence him. A Federal High […]
Lecturers under the umbrella of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Tuesday staged protests across campuses nationwide, demanding that the Federal Government address lingering issues affecting university staff welfare and funding. The demonstrations, which held simultaneously in several universities, were part of resolutions reached at the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held […]
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that it will transition from traditional paper-pencil exams to a full computer-based system starting with the November/December 2025 SSCE External. To ensure a smooth rollout, NECO is inviting interested Computer-Based Centre Operators to apply for registration, subject to strict technical, infrastructural, and security requirements. The examination […]
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that it will transition from traditional paper-pencil exams to a full computer-based system starting with the November/December 2025 SSCE External. To ensure a smooth rollout, NECO is inviting interested Computer-Based Centre Operators to apply for registration, subject to strict technical, infrastructural, and security requirements. The examination […]
