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WAEC Holds Students Till 11PM in Taraba, Osun, Ekiti, Others as English Exam Delayed Due to Question Leak and Emergency ...
29/05/2025

WAEC Holds Students Till 11PM in Taraba, Osun, Ekiti, Others as English Exam Delayed Due to Question Leak and Emergency Reprinting

President Tinubu, in a statement marking his two-year anniversary in office, highlighted key accomplishments of his admi...
29/05/2025

President Tinubu, in a statement marking his two-year anniversary in office, highlighted key accomplishments of his administration:

1. More than 900,000 individuals have benefited from the Presidential Loan and Grant Scheme.

2. Over 300,000 students have accessed financial support through the Student Loan Programme.

3. Foreign exchange debts exceeding $10 billion have been successfully settled.

4. Construction is ongoing on over 440 road projects, covering more than 2,700km of superhighways.

5. Nigeria recorded a 3.84% GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2024—the highest in three years.

6. The administration has implemented a new minimum wage of ₦70,000.

7. Security efforts have led to the elimination of over 13,500 terrorists.

8. Over $50 billion in fresh Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) commitments have been secured.

9. Net foreign exchange reserves surged from $3.99 billion in 2023 to $23.11 billion in 2024.

10. More than $8 billion in new investments have been unlocked in the oil and gas sector.

11. Four landmark tax reform bills have been introduced.

12. Five new Regional Development Commissions have been established.

13. The solid minerals sector attracted over $800 million in processing investments in 2024 alone.

A Nigerian pilgrim, Hajiya Zainab from Plateau State, has been praised for returning a lost sum of $5,000 to its Russian...
28/05/2025

A Nigerian pilgrim, Hajiya Zainab from Plateau State, has been praised for returning a lost sum of $5,000 to its Russian owner in Saudi Arabia.

The incident occurred on Tuesday at the Masjidul Haram in Makkah, where Hajiya Zainab discovered the money—equivalent to about ₦8,240,000 at an exchange rate of ₦1,648 per dollar.

The Plateau State Pilgrims Board, under the leadership of Hon. Daiyabu Dauda, along with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), confirmed the development.

Hon. Dauda commended her action, stating, “She displayed outstanding integrity and honesty by returning the $5,000 she found at Masjidul Haram to its rightful owner. It’s a truly admirable gesture.

“Her conduct reflects the core values of honesty, trustworthiness, and compassion that every Muslim should uphold. May her example encourage others to follow in her footsteps.”

The Federal Government has announced that students enrolled in technical colleges across the country will receive a mont...
28/05/2025

The Federal Government has announced that students enrolled in technical colleges across the country will receive a monthly stipend of N45,000.

This was disclosed by Prof. Idris Bugaje, Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.

According to him, the initiative aims to make technical education more appealing to young Nigerians by providing financial support as they pursue skills-based qualifications. “With this, more youths will be encouraged to attend technical colleges, gain practical skills, and secure employment both within and outside Nigeria,” he said.

Prof. Bugaje described the move as part of a broader effort to revitalize the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, which he noted is undergoing a form of "rebirth" after years of neglect.

He recalled that technical education once held a prominent place during the colonial era and the early years of independence, but has since declined significantly, with the number of technical colleges currently at just 129—compared to over 15,000 senior secondary schools nationwide.

He clarified that the N45,000 stipend is a grant, not a loan, and beneficiaries will not be required to repay it. “Our goal is to encourage greater enrollment in technical education,” he added.

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos ahead of the 50th anniversary celebration of ECOWAS scheduled for Wednesday.H...
27/05/2025

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos ahead of the 50th anniversary celebration of ECOWAS scheduled for Wednesday.

He was received with a warm welcome by a delegation led by Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

President Tinubu has formally requested Senate approval to secure external loans totaling $21.5 billion, €2.1 billion, a...
27/05/2025

President Tinubu has formally requested Senate approval to secure external loans totaling $21.5 billion, €2.1 billion, and ¥15 billion, along with a €65 million grant.

In a letter to the Senate, the President explained that the borrowing request—comprising $21,543,647,912, €2,193,856,324.54, and ¥15 billion, in addition to a €65 million grant—is necessary in light of the economic impact caused by the removal of the fuel subsidy.

He noted that the proposed borrowing is intended to support key national priorities such as job creation, skill acquisition, entrepreneurship development, poverty reduction, food security, and general improvements in the livelihoods of Nigerians. The implementation of the associated projects and programs will span all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Highlighting the country’s significant infrastructure gap and limited financial resources to bridge it, the President emphasized the need for responsible external borrowing to address this challenge amidst weakening domestic revenues.

The funds, he stated, will be channeled primarily into critical infrastructure sectors, including railway development and healthcare. He urged the National Assembly to consider and approve the 2025–2026 External Borrowing Plan, stressing that this step is vital for timely project ex*****on and for the government to meet its commitments to the Nigerian people.

27/05/2025

In celebration of International Children's Day, the Senate temporarily suspended its usual protocols to allow students access to the chamber. A student representative thanked Senate President Godswill Akpabio for the thoughtful gesture and presented him with gifts in appreciation.

The Federal Government has announced that the policy of selling crude oil and refined products in Naira is still in effe...
09/04/2025

The Federal Government has announced that the policy of selling crude oil and refined products in Naira is still in effect and will continue indefinitely.

The statement from Ministry of Finance reads: “The Crude and Refined Product Sales in Naira initiative is not a temporary or time-bound intervention, but a key policy directive designed to support sustainable local refining, bolster energy security, and reduce reliance on foreign exchange in the domestic petroleum market.

“As with any major policy shift, the Committee acknowledges that implementation challenges may arise from time to time. However, such issues are being actively addressed through coordinated efforts among all parties.”

President Tinubu is set to travel to France today for a two-week working visit.
02/04/2025

President Tinubu is set to travel to France today for a two-week working visit.

A minimum of 12 prisoners have broken out of the Federal Correctional Centre located in Kotonkarfe, Kogi State.The escap...
24/03/2025

A minimum of 12 prisoners have broken out of the Federal Correctional Centre located in Kotonkarfe, Kogi State.The escape occurred in the early hours of Monday.

In a statement, Kingsley Fanwo, the State Commissioner for Information and Communication, reported that the inmates escaped via the tower.

He said, “The theory that the inmates escaped through the tower without causing any structural damage raises serious concerns.

“This calls for a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the escape, arrest the fleeing inmates, and identify possible saboteurs within the system.

“We call on the public to report any suspicious individuals in their communities. Anyone found harbouring an escaped inmate will be held accountable.

“There is no cause for panic. We encourage citizens to go about their daily activities as normal, knowing that the security of lives and property remains our top priority.”

Dangote has announced a temporary suspension on selling petroleum products in exchange for naira.
19/03/2025

Dangote has announced a temporary suspension on selling petroleum products in exchange for naira.

President Tinubu officially inaugurated retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the new Administrator of Rivers State.
19/03/2025

President Tinubu officially inaugurated retired Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the new Administrator of Rivers State.

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