The Federal Government has commenced Nigeria’s inaugural National Common Entrance Examination for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Class 1, with a participation of 29,256 candidates nationwide across Federal and State Technical Colleges. This announcement was made during a monitoring exercise on June 14, 2025, by the Federal Ministry of Education, signifying a […]
Oil prices have declined, while gold has ascended amidst the ongoing Israel-Iran strikes, now extending into their fourth day. The 2025 budget may face jeopardy should oil prices plummet below the budgeted benchmark of $75 per barrel. Current prices is still at $76.53 per barrel. On Monday, oil prices receded as fears of […]
The Labubu doll craze has taken the world by storm, with its quirky design and collectible charm captivating fashion enthusiasts globally. From China to Nigeria, the doll’s popularity has transcended geographical boundaries, with people embedding them as accessories on bags, backpacks, or displaying them as home ornaments. Labubu’s journey to stardom began […]
When 32-year-old Emmanuella walked into a hospital in Abuja last August with her two-year-old daughter, she thought she was confronting a stubborn fever. She had already attempted the usual remedies: over-the-counter medications, rest, and fluids, but the fever persisted. What she didn’t anticipate was leaving with a referral to a cardiologist and the […]
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has summoned the management of Air Peace Limited to appear before it over allegations of non-refund of ticket fares to passengers, even in cases where the airline cancelled its scheduled flights. The commission’s directive is contained in a formal notice dated June 13, 2025, and requires […]
A shooting at a migrant camp in northern France has resulted in one death and two serious injuries. This incident occurred near the Loon-Plage camp outside Dunkirk, where over 1,500 people reside, many hoping to cross the English Channel to reach Britain. The shooting comes just a day after a similar incident in […]
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has reported that an SUV driver, traveling in the wrong direction, fled the scene after a collision with a tricycle operator, resulting in the latter’s untimely demise. This information was disclosed by LASTMA’s General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, in a statement released on Sunday by Mr. Taofiq […]
The Brass River and the esteemed Qua Iboe grades of crude oil have been quoted slightly higher at $77.20, as the turmoil between Israel and Iran unsettled the Middle Eastern market. The Nigerian oil is trading above the Federal Government’s 2025 budget benchmark of $75, providing the FG with additional fiscal leverage. Concerns […]
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called for a paradigm shift in Nigeria’s leadership selection process. Obi emphasized that effective leadership hinges on four critical elements: competence, capacity, character, and compassion. He lamented the prevalence of tribal and religious considerations in leadership choices, which have severely impacted the country. […]
Mammoth crowd of residents gathered on Sunday to warmly welcome back Governor Dauda Lawal following his successful completion of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The governor, who returned to the state after a week-long absence, was met with a jubilant crowd waving Nigerian and Islamic flags, chanting praises, and celebrating his safe […]
