Category: news
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Federal Government has reported a 200% increase in diaspora remittances, rising from $200 million to $600 million monthly over the past two months, as announced by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) on September 1, 2025. NiDCOM Chairman Abike Dabiri-Erewa attributed this surge to Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reforms under Governor Olayemi Cardoso, including…
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Australia have announced plans to mandate tech companies to prevent AI-driven tools, such as apps that create deepfake nudes or enable undetected online stalking, from being used to harm individuals, particularly children. Communications Minister Anika Wells emphasized that such technologies, which fuel sextortion scams and abuse, have no place in society. The government will collaborate…
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United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Information haste launched a two-day regional workshop in Kano on Monday, September 1, 2025, to train journalists from Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Sokoto, Zamfara, Jigawa, Kebbi, Nasarawa, Niger, and the FCT on ethical reporting of stories involving children. Held at Tahir Guest Palace, the…
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Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), the Rivers State Administrator has swore in 23 newly elected Local Government Chairmen in Port Harcourt, urging them to prioritize selfless service, grassroots development, and transparent leadership. He emphasized that public office is a responsibility, not a reward, and stressed the importance of peace, security, and support for local economies…
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Defending Nigeria premier football league (NPFL) champions Remo Stars have secured a 2-1 comeback victory against debutants Kun Khalifat in a delayed MatchDay 2 fixture at Enyimba International Stadium in Aba. Kun Khalifat took the lead with a 16th-minute penalty from Henry Ezeonye. However, Remo Stars equalized through Ibrahim Abubakar in the second half and…
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President Bola has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to enhancing international partnerships, particularly with Colombia, during a meeting with Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez in Abuja. Tinubu emphasized aligning Nigeria’s foreign relations with global trends in trade, politics, and culture, noting that global economic volatility necessitates new partnerships. He promised to replicate agreements signed with Brazil on…
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Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has dismissed Ghana’s Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo, following a five-member commission’s investigation that substantiated allegations of falsifying judicial records and misusing public funds. The commission, chaired by a Supreme Court judge, recommended her removal under Article 146(1) for misbehavior. The dismissal, effective immediately, is the first of a sitting Chief…
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Federal Government is finalizing the review of the senior secondary school curriculum, as announced by Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa at the 2025 African Curriculum Association Conference in Abuja. The new curriculum, described as “future-ready,” builds on the recently completed and approved Basic Education Curriculum for Primary 1–6 and JSS 1–3. It emphasizes 21st-century skills,…
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Kaduna State Government has accused former Governor Nasir El-Rufai of attempting to destabilize the state through provocation and incitement following his political allies’ defeat in the August 16 by-elections. The government alleges that El-Rufai organized a violent meeting on August 30 and made false claims against the government to shift blame. It also criticized his…
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Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has mandated all electricity generation companies (GenCos) connected to the national grid to implement Free Governor Control (FGC) across their units by November 30, 2025, to address ongoing grid instability. Non-compliance will result in penalties, including a 10% charge on the invoice for defaulting units and potential disconnection after 90…
