Category: news
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Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkiruka Onyejeocha, has urged global partners and the private sector to support Nigeria’s efforts to close its widening skills gap and create jobs for millions of young people. Speaking at the Skills-to-Jobs: Strengthening Workforce Systems for Economic Growth forum during the 80th UN General Assembly in New…
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Gombe State Government has warned parents and guardians that they risk prosecution and possible jail time if they fail to send their children to school. This was announced during the launch of the 2025/2026 School Enrollment Campaign in Akko LGA. According to Chairman of the Gombe State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) Babaji Babadidi , parents…
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Nigeria’s Super Falconets has advanced in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, defeating Rwanda 1-0 in the first-leg of their qualification match in Kigali. The two-time World Cup finalists secured a crucial away victory after a goalless first half, during which both teams focused on defensive…
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Nigeria has experienced a significant 26.5% increase in crude oil imports in the first half of 2025 (H1’25), totaling 5,665,602 metric tons compared to 4,478,413 metric tons during the same period in 2024. This rise is largely attributed to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which, with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, imports crude from…
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China’s top internet regulator has announced a two-month crackdown on social media platforms to combat harmful content, including incitement of conflict, violence, and negative attitudes like world-weariness. The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) mandates stricter content moderation to prevent subversive, vulgar, or harmful posts. This follows recent penalties against platforms like Weibo, Kuaishou, and…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in New York to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, running from September 22 to 28, 2025. Representing President Bola Tinubu, he will deliver Nigeria’s national statement, participate in high-level debates, and attend side events. Key activities include announcing Nigeria’s new Nationally Determined Contributions…
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Botswana has achieved a historic victory in the men’s 4x400m relay, winning gold in a dramatic race despite challenging weather conditions and strong US competition, which finished second by just two-thousandths of a second. The US team, aiming to extend its dominance with nine of the last ten titles, led late into the race but…
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Nigerian government has intensified efforts to maximize benefits from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) through an Advanced Workshop on Rules of Origin held in Abuja. The training involved key trade agencies and private sector representatives, aiming to promote inclusive trade growth as part of President Bola Tinubu’s agenda for regional integration and…
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Britain, Australia, and Canada have recognized a Palestinian state, marking a significant shift in Western foreign policy and prompting strong Israeli condemnation. Portugal also planned to recognize Palestinian statehood later the same day amid international pressure on Israel over the Gaza conflict, which has caused widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis. UK Prime Minister Keir…
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Trial of Kogi Central senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on alleged cybercrime charges against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and ex-Governor Yahaya Bello will begin today September 22, 2025, at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Charged with six counts, she was arraigned in June and pleaded not guilty. The case involves accusations that Natasha made false…
