The Minister of Education, Olatunji Alausa, has proposed extending the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme from one year to two years. Alausa made this known on Friday during a courtesy visit by the NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Akinyemi Nafiu, at the Ministry of Education headquarters in Abuja. In a statement published on NYSC’s…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), effective immediately. The announcement was made through a statement released by presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, who described Sotinrin as a seasoned executive with a robust background in both the public and…
The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered the strategic deployment of security operatives across the state ahead of the crucial political party primaries set for Saturday, April 5, 2025. Speaking on Friday during a security strategy session, CP Orutugu highlighted the importance of professionalism and neutrality as political parties prepare…
The death toll from the recent violent attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State has risen to 52, following the recovery of more bodies by local search and rescue teams. According to authorities, at least 40 additional corpses were recovered between Wednesday and Thursday night as search teams continued combing nearby bushes for…
Becoming a billionaire is often the result of decades of hard work and business success. However, a select few have achieved this milestone at an incredibly young age, thanks to family fortunes, strategic investments, and booming industries. Here are the top 10 youngest billionaires in the world, according to the latest Forbes ranking: 1. Johannes…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has left Abuja for Dakar, Senegal, to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the country’s 65th Independence Day celebrations. Significance of the Visit Senegal gained independence from French colonial rule on April 4, 1960. The event features national parades, cultural displays, and ceremonies showcasing the nation’s achievements. Shettima’s visit highlights the…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed claims by former Adamawa North Senator, Ishaku Elisha Abbo, that he influenced the removal of five senators from the 10th Senate. Abbo’s Allegations During an interview on Channels Television, Abbo accused Akpabio of running the Senate like a personal empire. He claimed the Senate President targeted lawmakers who opposed…
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge in Lagos following a massive traffic gridlock that left commuters stranded for hours. Why Was the Bridge Reopened? The bridge had been closed for planned maintenance and rehabilitation. The closure triggered severe congestion, affecting millions of Lagosians. Following public outcry, Minister of Works,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed the petition seeking to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District. In a statement, INEC clarified that the petition failed to meet the constitutional requirements necessary for recalling a senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Why INEC Rejected the Petition INEC’s Official Position According…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed viral reports claiming he collapsed at an event in Abuja. After inspecting key FCT projects, including the International Conference Centre (ICC), Wike described the rumors as false and politically motivated. Social media posts, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), alleged that the minister collapsed…
