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Trade Modernization: Nigeria Customs Boss Seeks Public-Private Partnership The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has renewed the call for a robust Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as the most viable path to modernizing Nigeria’s trade operations. During a recent public address, Adeniyi emphasized that the government alone cannot bear the […]
India’s Monsoon Tragedy: Floods and Landslides Wreak Havoc in Northern States The fury of the monsoon has brought widespread destruction and tragedy to northern India, with floods and landslides killing dozens of people and displacing thousands. The worst-hit region is the Jammu division of Jammu and Kashmir, where the death toll from rain-related incidents has […]
A New Tool for Homebuyers: FG Launches Portal to Report Housing Fraud The Federal Government has taken a significant step towards cleaning up Nigeria’s housing sector with the launch of a new digital portal designed to empower citizens to report fraudulent practices. The Housing Fraud Reporting System, which can be accessed at https://reports.fmhud.gov.ng, was unveiled […]
A Call for Unity: Governor Monday Okpebholo Hails Edo Founding Fathers on 34th Anniversary As Edo State commemorates its 34th anniversary today, the state’s governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has delivered a powerful message of tribute and unity. In a statement released to the public, the governor paid homage to the “founding fathers” whose vision and […]
Airstrikes and Retaliation: Israel Strikes Near Damascus, Killing Six Syrian Soldiers A new report from state media and a war monitor has confirmed that at least six Syrian soldiers were killed and three others wounded in an Israeli drone strike near the capital, Damascus. The attack took place on Tuesday, August 26, and is the […]
Community Policing: Sokoto Forum Partners with Police Command to Boost Security In a major step towards combating the persistent insecurity in Sokoto State, the Sokoto Advancement Forum (SAF), a non-governmental organization dedicated to the state’s development, has announced a formal partnership with the Sokoto State Police Command. The collaboration, unveiled at a stakeholders’ meeting, aims […]
A First for the AI Industry: Parents Sue OpenAI Over Child’s Suicide In a landmark legal action that could redefine the boundaries of AI accountability, the parents of a 16-year-old boy who died by suicide have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. The legal complaint, which names the company and its CEO, […]
The Flaws in Implementation: Oby Ezekwesili Criticizes Government’s Approach to Subsidy Removal The much-debated decision to remove Nigeria’s long-standing fuel subsidy has once again come under fire, this time from one of the nation’s most respected economic voices, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili. The former Minister of Education and a fierce advocate for good governance, speaking at […]
Building the Future: Ondo University to Become a Center of Excellence for Teacher Education The Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo, is poised to undergo a major transformation, with its new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Bayode Popoola, announcing a strategic vision to position the institution as a leading hub for teacher education in Africa. The declaration, […]
A Call for Compassion: Kaduna Cleric Urges Wealthy to Empower the Poor Amid growing economic hardship and rising inflation, a Kaduna-based cleric, Pastor Miracle Elijah, has made a powerful appeal to the wealthy and well-to-do in Nigeria, urging them to embrace the responsibility of empowering the poor. Speaking at a humanitarian outreach organized by his […]
Jigawa State Recruits 10,000 Teachers to Address Education Emergency The Jigawa State Government has taken a decisive step to tackle its long-standing educational challenges by declaring a state of emergency and recruiting a massive 10,000 new teachers. This bold move is a direct response to a shocking baseline survey that found that an alarming 80% […]
AI vs. Originality: Former Lawmaker Cautions Students on the Perils of AI-Written Projects The debate over the role of artificial intelligence in education has taken center stage as a former Nigerian lawmaker, Senator Ajibola Bashiru, issued a stern warning to students against using AI tools to write their academic projects. The senator, who is also […]
A New Chapter: FG Unveils Portal to Track Teachers Nationwide The Federal Government has taken a decisive step towards reforming the nation’s education sector with the unveiling of a new digital portal for the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). The platform is intended to serve as a central database for all teachers nationwide, effectively […]
A Looming Threat: FG Issues Flood Warning for Nine Northern States, 14 Communities The Federal Government has issued a critical flood alert for nine northern states, cautioning residents and authorities about the high risk of heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in 14 communities. The warning, which comes from the National Flood Early Warning Centre (FEWS […]
Lagos’s Logistics Challenge: Warehouse Rents Skyrocket as Demand Outpaces Supply In a clear indication of a flourishing but challenged logistics sector, the cost of leasing a warehouse in Lagos has surged, with rental prices reaching unprecedented highs. A new report reveals that rents have increased by as much as 10%, with premium, Grade A facilities […]
Fostering Economic Ties: Nigeria and Japan Collaborate on Mining Investment at TICAD9 Nigeria and Japan are poised to forge a new economic partnership focused on mining, with high-level talks taking place at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama. The diplomatic engagement saw Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele […]
Banking for All: UBA Rewards Customers with N150 Million Promo to Drive Financial Inclusion In a major push to deepen the culture of savings and expand financial access, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has announced the launch of the fifth edition of its SuperSavers Promo. The nine-month-long campaign is designed to reward both new […]
Education First: Keystone Bank Renovates Akwa Ibom School, Improves Learning Environment In a major boost to education in Akwa Ibom State, Keystone Bank Limited has officially handed over a fully renovated and equipped block of classrooms to the Community Comprehensive Secondary School, Four Towns, Uyo. The project, which is part of the bank’s Educational Support […]
Tackling the Collapse Epidemic: Builders Group Calls for Stricter Adherence to Building Codes In a desperate bid to stem the tide of tragic building collapses that have plagued Nigeria, a key professional body in the construction sector is sounding the alarm, urging all stakeholders to prioritize safety by strictly adhering to established building codes. The […]
State Prepares to Host Landmark Tourism Exhibition for Over 15,000 Stakeholders In a bold effort to unlock Nigeria’s vast and largely untapped tourism potential, Lagos is set to host a landmark cultural and tourism exhibition in December 2025, an event designed to bring together over 15,000 stakeholders from across the country and overseas. The exhibition, […]