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FG to Train 100,000 Youths Annually in Forex Trading and Financial Skills The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered into a strategic partnership with Investonaire Academy to train 100,000 young Nigerians annually in foreign exchange (Forex) trading and other essential financial skills. This initiative is a significant step in the government’s efforts to combat youth […]
Rivers State 2025 Budget Anticipates Fubara’s Return, Says Sole Administrator Ibas The proposed N1.48 trillion 2025 budget for Rivers State has been formulated with the anticipation of the return of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other affected officials, according to the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd). Ibas made this statement […]
World Bank Projects Steady Economic Growth for Nigeria Over Three Years The World Bank has released optimistic projections for Nigeria’s economy, forecasting an unbroken growth trajectory over the next three years. According to its latest Global Economic Prospects report, the bank anticipates a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate of 3.6% in 2025, followed by […]
Oyo State NG-CARES Programme Resumes Farm Input Distribution The Oyo State Government has recommenced the distribution of essential farm inputs to smallholder farmers under the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme this June 2025. This initiative is a continuous effort to boost food security and enhance rural incomes within the state. An […]
Steel Development Minister Confident Tinubu Will Deliver on Renewed Hope Agenda, Highlights Ajaokuta Revival The Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, today, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, expressed unwavering confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s capacity and determination to tackle Nigeria’s multifarious challenges, grow the national economy, and deliver substantial dividends of democracy to […]
National Assembly Moves to Mandate Presidential Inauguration at Parliamentary Complex A significant legislative proposal is currently gaining traction within the National Assembly, aiming to officially shift the venue for future presidential inauguration ceremonies from the traditional Eagle Square to the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly complex. The bill, which is now under active consideration, […]
Cross River Assembly Suspends Bekwarra LG Chairman for Three Months Amid Misconduct Allegations Mrs. Theresa Ushie, the Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Council in Cross River State, has been suspended from office for a period of three months by the State House of Assembly. The decision, made public on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, follows an […]
UNIJOS Vice-Chancellor Declares Readiness to Host 2025 NUGA Games in November he University of Jos (UNIJOS) is fully prepared to host the 2025 Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games, according to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya. The highly anticipated inter-university sports festival is now officially slated to take place from November 6 to 16, 2025, […]
Revamped Edo Line Set to Resume Operations on June 27, Governor Okpebholo Announces The Edo State-owned transport company, Edo Line (officially known as New Edo Line Nigeria Limited), is set to resume full operations on June 27, 2025. This highly anticipated announcement was made by Governor Monday Okpebholo during an inspection tour of ongoing projects […]
Labour Party Leadership Blames Peter Obi for Party Crisis, Says He “Failed in Providing Leadership” In a sharp escalation of the internal crisis plaguing the Labour Party (LP), the national leadership of the party has publicly accused its 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, of being responsible for the ongoing turmoil and asserted that he […]
Lagos PDP Dismisses “Collapse” Claims, Insists Party Remains Solid Despite Defections The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has swiftly moved to allay fears of a structural collapse within its ranks, firmly asserting that the party remains “solid and intact” despite the recent high-profile defection of its former Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Hakeem […]
Tinubu Directs MDAs to Pay for Use of Newly Renamed Abuja International Conference Centre President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government to pay for the use of the newly renovated Abuja International Conference Centre (ICC) to ensure its sustainable maintenance and long-term viability. The directive was […]
“90% of Yoruba Kings Don’t Believe in Yoruba Gods” – Seun Kuti Slams Monarchs, Cries Betrayal of Heritage Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has stirred significant controversy by publicly asserting that a vast majority of Yoruba kings do not genuinely believe in the traditional Yoruba deities they are meant to represent. The outspoken artist, son of […]
“90% of Nigerian Pastors Won’t Get Away with This Abroad” – Tacha Slams Clerics’ Conduct, Demands Accountability Controversial UK-based Nigerian reality star, Natasha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has ignited a fresh debate about the conduct of Christian clerics in Nigeria, asserting that the actions of “90 per cent of Nigerian pastors” would not be […]
It’s Unfair for Artistes to Sign Others Just as a Milestone, Simi Declares, Urges Deeper Commitment Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter, Simisola Bolatito Ogunleye, widely known as Simi, has voiced a strong opinion on the current trend within the music industry where established artistes sign emerging talents primarily as a “milestone” or a vanity project, […]
Nigeria Customs Rakes in N25.7 Billion Revenue from Seized Goods in Oyo/Osun Command The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Oyo/Osun Area Command has announced a significant recovery of N25,777,379,328.17 in revenue between March and May 2025. This impressive figure, derived primarily from seized goods and enhanced trade facilitation, represents a substantial 36.67% increase compared to the […]
Oyetola Joins Macron, Prince William, Other Global Leaders at Critical Blue Economy Forum in Monaco Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, recently participated in the high-profile Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco, joining a distinguished assembly of world leaders, royalty, and environmentalists including French President Emmanuel Macron and Prince […]
Osimhen Rejects Staggering €40m Al-Hilal Offer, Eyes European Future Amid Transfer Saga Nigerian international striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly turned down a monumental offer from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal, valued at an astonishing €40 million (approximately N70 billion) per season in salary. This definitive rejection comes despite an agreement between Al-Hilal and Osimhen’s parent […]
Electronic Call-Up System Delivers Sanity to Ports, AMTO Declares Confidence in Gridlock Solution The Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) has strongly endorsed the electronic call-up system, known as “Eto,” introduced by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), asserting its effectiveness in significantly tackling the perennial gridlock that plagued the Apapa and Tin-Can port access roads. […]
“He Is My Father” – Gov Sanwo-Olu Dismisses Rift Rumours with President Tinubu Amid Reconciliation Efforts Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has emphatically dismissed widespread speculation of a rift between himself and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, asserting that their relationship remains that of a father and son. This declaration follows days of intense media […]