The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has criticized the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme introduced by the Federal Government, arguing that the programme is not a sustainable solution to the challenges facing higher education in the country. Speaking on Friday, ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, said while the idea of supporting […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has ordered an immediate, temporary suspension of all land title approvals across the state following the astonishing revelation that a 17-year-old boy allegedly completed a full cash purchase of a colossal 14,000 hectares of land. The Governor has initiated a high-level investigation into the matter, demanding clarity on the […]
The Ogun State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the Safe Termination of Pregnancy (SToP) guidelines to ensure access to safe and legal abortion services permitted under Nigerian law. The Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Primary Healthcare Board, Dr. Elijah Ogunsola, gave the assurance on Friday, stressing that the move was crucial to […]
The people of Babanla Community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have commended the Federal Government for establishing the 22 Armoured Brigade Step-Up Headquarters in the area, describing it as a major step toward strengthening security in Kwara South. In a statement issued under the banner of Babanla Youths for Sustainable Development (BYSD), […]
The Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB), Escravos has dealt a significant blow to oil thieves in the Niger Delta, successfully sealing off six clandestine refining locations within the region’s intricate creek system. This aggressive action is a core part of the base’s sustained efforts to bolster Nigeria’s national crude oil production and suppress acts […]
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face the Crocodiles of Lesotho today (Friday, October 10, 2025) in their 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, a decisive encounter that could shape their qualification chances. Nigeria currently sit third in Group C with 11 points from eight matches, trailing joint leaders Benin Republic and South Africa by […]
“Matthew or Zacchaeus? Cleri At the burial ceremony of the late Mrs. Adedoyin Abiola, cleric Rev. Jimi Adesua veered into a candid reflection on Nigeria’s state of affairs, drawing links between the nation’s socio-economic struggles and biblical characters. Speaking during his tribute on Friday, Adesua said some persons had urged him to “speak […]
Nigeria’s currency is staging a major comeback, with the Naira-to-Dollar exchange rate plummeting to ₦1,450 per US dollar—a level not seen since mid-2024. While the public is abuzz with speculation about a “crashing dollar,” financial experts clarify that the true story is the significant appreciation of the Naira, a development many foresaw and have labeled […]
The National Assembly complex in Abuja was paralyzed on Thursday as a large contingent of retired police personnel escalated their long-running protest, completely barricading all entrances and exits. The former law enforcement agents are demanding an immediate overhaul of their welfare conditions and a complete withdrawal from the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), which they vehemently […]
A recent analysis of future economic performance, drawing on data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has positioned Nigeria among the top countries for Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expansion in 2025, though its projected rate is substantially eclipsed by a host of other emerging economies. Based on projections from the IMF’s World Economic Outlook (April […]
