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In the Champions League last-16 first leg, Napoli staged a comeback to secure a 1-1 draw against FC Barcelona on Wednesday. Victor Osimhen of Nigeria equalized after Robert Lewandowski’s opener. The match, featuring last year’s Spanish and Italian champions, was characterized by a lack of attacking flair and toothlessness from both sides, reflecting their struggles […]

The 2024 budget allocates N60 billion for the implementation of projects aimed at achieving the Net Zero target by 2060, with a focus on reducing emissions. Dr. Iziak Salako, the Minister of State for Environment, highlighted that the funding would be sourced from the third issuance of the Sovereign Green Bond. Speaking at the Green […]

The appointment of Janet Oyeteju Shehu as the new registrar of the Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board of Nigeria (ESVARBON) was made through a unanimous decision during the board’s meeting. ESV Shehu, who previously held the position of deputy registrar and led the Northern Region and Registration Unit, now assumes the role of registrar. […]

At the inaugural convocation ceremony of Trinity University today, twenty students will be presented with certificates for achieving first-class honors. During a media briefing ahead of the three-day convocation event, themed ‘Convoking a Galaxy of Trinity Stars’ at the institution center in Yaba, Lagos, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Clement Kolawole, made the announcement. The convocation […]

On Wednesday, the Senate approved the nominations of individuals appointed by the President to assume key roles, including the Director General of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), commissioners for the National Population Commission (NPC), and the chairman and members of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Dr. Kelechi Ohiri received confirmation as the […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) intensified its crackdown on bureau de change (BDC) operators during the latest round of raids conducted on Wednesday. The operations targeted key hubs in cities such as Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Kano, and Aba. Despite these enforcement actions, the NAFEX rate experienced a 2.89% depreciation, settling at N1,621.41/USD, while […]

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, highlighted the allocation of resources for the recovery and reconstruction of heritage sites ravaged by Boko Haram insurgents. The historic sites in Kukawa, including the centuries-old Fort of Rabbi and Gazargamu, were annexed and subsequently demolished by the terrorist group. During the opening of an international conference organized […]

The Security Council of Benue State has issued a 14-day ultimatum to herders who are violating the state’s anti-open grazing law. They are instructed to cease grazing their animals outside ranches, or face consequences. Governor Hyacinth Alia chaired the security council meeting, during which it was emphasized that herders must adhere to the Open Grazing […]

Did you know that the vibrant city of Onitsha, nestled in the heart of Nigeria, is not only a bustling commercial hub but also the birthplace of groundbreaking innovation in the world of technology? That’s right – welcome to the hometown of Foris Labs, a platform that re-imagined STEM education. Founded by the visionary entrepreneur […]

Visa restrictions, set to prevent Nigerians from bringing dependents to the United Kingdom, and the weakening of the naira, are identified as key reasons why Nigerians are seeking admissions in countries other than the UK. Official statistics released last week indicate a 46% decline in applicants from Nigeria, the steepest drop among all countries. The […]