‘Cybersecurity critical to Africa’s digital growth’
Global payments technology company, Mastercard, has said cybersecurity is fundamental to driving economic resilience and growth across Africa. The company made the assertion as Africa’s digital economy is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2030, underscoring the urgent need for stronger collaboration to tackle rising cyber threats. According to Mastercard, cybercrime is increasing sharply across […]
How Tinubu stopped Nigeria’s economy from collapse – Oyedele
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, says President Bola Tinubu’s reforms prevented Nigeria’s economy from collapsing.
Carter Efe reacts after Babcock disputes his alleged first-class certificate
Nigerian skit maker-turned-streamer Carter Efe, real name Odahohwo Joseph Efe, has finally responded to claims by Babcock University disputing a certificate purportedly showing he graduated from the institution with a first-class degree.
One killed in fresh Kenya protests after alleged abductions
The Kenyan capital was shut down last week by a massive police deployment after campaigners declared a day of remembrance for protesters killed by security forces in previous demonstrations.
Amotekun nabs father, 3 sons for kdnapping in Ondo
—Rescues victim, recovers ransom By Dayo Johnson Akure The Ondo State Security outfit, codenamed, Amotekun, has arrested a 56-year-old man, Iliasu, and his three sons for alleged kidnapping in Oba-Akoko, Akoko South-West LGA. Briefing newsmen in Akure, the Amotekun Commander, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, who parading 28 suspects arrested for various offences, said that the victim […]
FG, SSANU sign agreement on renegotiation
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The Federal Government and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) on Monday signed an agreement on the 2009 renegotiation. The agreement marked the end of the face-off between the government and SSANU. This is as the national president of SSANU, Comrade Mohammed Haruna Ibrahim, has called on the […]
2027: Labour Party confirms receipt of INEC access code
By John Alechenu ABUJA- The Labour Party, LP, has finally received the access code from the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to upload the names and particulars of its candidates for the 2027 general election. National Publicity Secretary of the LP, Ken Asogwa confirmed the development in Abuja, via telephone on Tuesday. He said, “Yes, […]
We must maintain effective air power to stamp out terrorism — CAS
According to him, it is to critically analyse underlying trends, identify systemic deficiencies, and develop practical solutions to prevent future mishaps.
FRSC, NITT sign MoU on transport training, road safety
The Federal Road Safety Corps and the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology, Zaria, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen transport training, research, innovation and road safety in Nigeria.
WHO sounds alarm on disease outbreaks in quake-hit Venezuela
The World Health Organization voiced concerns Tuesday about potential disease outbreaks in Venezuela with local health services overwhelmed following deadly earthquakes.
Nagelsmann says won’t ‘run away’ after Germany World Cup exit
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said he wanted to stay in his job despite the defeat on penalties to Paraguay that sent the four-time World Cup winners crashing out in the last 32 on Monday.
Insecurity: Afenifere commends Police, Abiodun, Sanwo-Olu, over ‘Operation Kosaye’
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the Governors of Ogun and Lagos states, and the Commissioners of Police in both states for their decisive action against banditry and kidnapping along the Ogbere–Sagamu Road in Ogun State. In a statement issued on behalf […]
Leverage AfCFTA opportunities to boost exports, Oduwole urges states
Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has urged state governments to leverage opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to expand exports, attract investment and accelerate industrial growth across Nigeria.
Senator Moro faults murder of Benue MACBAN Chairman, demands arrest of killers
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Senate Minority Leader and lawmaker representing Benue South Senatorial District, Comrade Abba Moro, has condemned the killing of the Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Alhaji Ardo Risku Muhammad, and his associate, Yakubu Isah, describing the attack as barbaric and unacceptable. Ardo Muhammad […]
Benue flags off 2026 National Learning Assessment, begins assessors’ training
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Benue state has commenced the 2026 National Learning Assessment, NLA, Week with the training of assessors ahead of the statewide exercise. Described as a key initiative to measure learning outcomes and improve the quality of basic education, the exercise followed the declaration of June 29 to July 5, 2026, as National […]
Full List: NYSC’s new reforms, from Civilian DG to fresh uniforms
The federal government has approved a sweeping overhaul of the National Youth Service Corps, splitting the orientation programme into three distinct phases and introducing 11 specialised career streams from which corps members will choose at registration, according to details provided by Hadiza Bala Usman, special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on policy coordination, on Monday.
