Category: news
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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is collaborating with the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) to facilitate voting rights for inmates. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu confirmed that the Appeal Court has granted inmates the right to register and vote. He emphasized that voting is a human right and highlighted efforts to develop legal provisions to support…
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Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) has emphasized the need for Nigeria to reduce its dependence on imported raw materials by at least 60% within five years to boost industrial growth. During the 2025 Nigeria Manufacturing & Equipment Expo, Director-General Prof. Ike-Muonso highlighted that over 70% of manufacturing inputs are imported, leading to economic…
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Supporters have gathered in Bouaké to mark Ivory Coast’s 65th independence anniversary with a military parade, shortly after President Alassane Ouattara announced his intention to seek a controversial fourth term. The event featured participation from French, American, and Moroccan troops, highlighting ongoing Western military ties despite France’s recent withdrawal from the region.
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Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has taken significant disciplinary actions against Nigerian Correctional Service officers to promote professionalism and accountability. After reviewing 231 cases, the board dismissed 15 officers for serious misconduct, demoted 59 for breaching standards, and issued warning letters to 42. Additionally, eight officers were compulsorily retired, 16…
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President Bola Tinubu has nominated Abdullahi Ramat as the Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). Ramat, a 39-year-old electrical engineer with a doctorate in Strategic Management, will serve as acting commissioner until Senate confirmation. Additionally, Abubakar Yusuf and Fouad Olayinka Animashun were nominated as Commissioners for Consumer Affairs and Finance and…
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Hamas has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of endangering Israeli hostages in Gaza by pursuing expanded military operations, driven by personal and extremist motives. In the meantime, Netanyahu’s security cabinet is considering a full military occupation of Gaza, with plans to take control but not govern long-term, instead transferring civilian administration to Arab forces.…
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West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced on Thursday that access to its result check portal for the 2025 WASSCE has been temporarily suspended due to technical glitches identified during an internal review of the results. WAEC also mentioned that it implemented a new measure, paper serialisation, aimed at preventing examination malpractice, similar to practices…
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Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has proposed new regulations for the safe decommissioning of filling stations, as part of the 2025 Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Safety and Environmental Regulations. These consolidate three existing regulations from 2023 to streamline safety, environmental, and decommissioning standards. The proposal has faced opposition from retail outlet owners…
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U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an order imposing an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods due to India’s ongoing purchase of Russian oil, which supports Moscow’s war in Ukraine. The tariff, effective in three weeks, adds to a separate 25% tariff starting Today. Meanwhile Exemptions apply to goods like pharmaceuticals and those under sector-specific…
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Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) inaugurated a committee to oversee admissions for underage candidates who scored 320 and above in the 2025 UTME. The committee, comprising vice-chancellors, regulatory agencies, and education experts, will determine criteria for identifying exceptionally gifted candidates among the 599 eligible. Candidates must score at least 80% in their school certificates…
