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NerdzFactory Foundation, in collaboration with Access Bank, has completed the fifth edition of the Youth Transition Programme (YTP), benefiting over 518 young Nigerians. The two-week virtual programme focused on building employability and digital skills to help participants compete in the job market and explore new economic opportunities. The YTP was created to tackle Nigeria’s high … Read more
Court of Appeal Fines MTN N15 Million for Unsolicited Messages The Court of Appeal in Abuja Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered MTN Nigeria Communications Limited to pay N15 million in damages to a Nigerian lawyer, Barrister Ezugwu Emmanuel Anene, for breaching his privacy through unsolicited messages and caller tunes. Delivering the judgment, Justice … Read more
Quilox Club Teams Up with NAFDAC to Fight Fake Drinks in Nightclubs Quilox Club, in collaboration with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has launched a campaign to tackle the issue of counterfeit drinks in nightclubs. The initiative, part of Quilox’s 11th anniversary celebrations, aims to raise awareness about the … Read more
Young Ministers’ Retreat 2024 to Empower One Million Believers Worldwide The Young Ministers’ Retreat (YMR) will return for its 2024 edition, themed “Floodgates,” promising a transformative spiritual experience for one million young believers around the world. The retreat is scheduled to take place from December 26 to 30, 2024, at the Old Auditorium, Redemption City, … Read more
Ekiti Governor Thanks Afe Babalola for Support on Airport Project; Requests Charity Donations for Birthday Ekiti State Governor, Airport Project has written a letter of appreciation to Afe Babalola, the founder of Afe Babalola University, for his financial contribution to the development of the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport. In the letter, delivered to Babalola … Read more
US Reaffirms Support for Migrants and Refugees on International Migrants Day US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has emphasized America’s ongoing commitment to supporting migrants and refugees by improving local systems, creating legal migration opportunities, and enhancing emergency responses. Blinken highlighted how these efforts not only address global challenges but also bolster US national security, … Read more
Anambra Assembly Approves N607 Billion 2025 Budget The Anambra State House of Assembly has approved the 2025 budget of N607 billion proposed by Governor Chukwuma Soludo. The approval came after a motion by the Majority Leader, Mr. Ikenna Ofodeme, who represents Ekwusigo Constituency. Speaker of the House, Dr. Somto Udeze, described the budget’s passage as … Read more
NYGG Demands Release of Miyetti Allah Leader Bello Badejo The Nigerian Youths for Good Governance (NYGG) has urged the Federal Government and the military to release Bello Badejo, the leader of Miyetti Allah, who was recently detained under unclear circumstances. In a statement on Thursday, Alhaji Ado Mohammed, the Executive Director of NYGG, expressed concern … Read more
Lagos Takes Control of Electricity Regulation from NERC The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has handed over control of Lagos State’s electricity market to the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC). This decision follows the amended Constitution of Nigeria and the Electricity Act 2023. It comes just two weeks after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu signed the … Read more
35 Killed in Ibadan Funfair Tragedy, Agidigbo FM Chairman Hospitalized Oriyomi Hamzat, Chairman of Agidigbo FM in Ibadan, is in an undisclosed hospital after losing consciousness due to a tragic stampede at a Christmas funfair in Ibadan. The incident claimed the lives of 35 people, most of them children. Sources say Hamzat collapsed from the … Read more
Sony Invests $300 Million in Kadokawa, Expanding Game and Anime Portfolio Sony, the Japanese tech giant, announced on Thursday that it has invested over $300 million for a 10% stake in Kadokawa, the media company behind the hit video game Elden Ring. Kadokawa, known for its anime productions and manga publishing, revealed last month that … Read more
Amanda Amaeshi, a passionate activist and social justice advocate, has been named My Life My Say’s 2024 “Changemaker of the Year.” The announcement was made during the “Next Generation Conference,” held on November 22, 2024, at the Barbican Centre in London. This annual event brings together young leaders, activists, and influential speakers to discuss innovative … Read more
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has declared a state of emergency in the power sector to improve electricity supply across the state. This decision aligns with his all-inclusive economic plan, the ARISE Agenda, which aims to boost development in various sectors. Editor’s Picks: Again Price Of Petrol Landing Cost Drops – See New Price … Read more
The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved an increase in the state’s budget for 2025, raising it from ₦678 billion to ₦684 billion. This decision was made during a plenary session held on Tuesday after the House Committee on Finance, Appropriation, and State Economic Planning presented its report. Editors Picks: Federal Government to Implement … Read more
The Federal Government has announced that it will fully implement a tax waiver on drugs starting from January 2025. This initiative aims to lower healthcare costs and improve access to essential medicines for Nigerians. Olubunmi Aribeana, Director of Food and Drugs Services at the Federal Ministry of Health, shared this update during a visit to … Read more
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has expressed concern over its high electricity costs, which reached about ₦218 million between August and December 2024. The institute stressed the need to find alternative power sources to remain efficient and sustainable. This issue was discussed during NIMR’s annual end-of-year retreat in Yaba, Lagos. The event aimed … Read more
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has promoted 1,419 junior officers to new ranks in a major step towards strengthening its workforce. The decision was approved during the 10th management meeting led by the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi. According to a statement by the National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, the promotions … Read more
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved N8.17 billion for road construction projects across the state. The projects aim to boost economic activities, improve infrastructure, and ease residents’ hardships. The Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, told pressmen that the road projects were approved during the weekly Executive Council meeting. Editors Picks: Oyo Assembly Approves Increase … Read more
A major gridlock has formed on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, stretching from Seven Up bus stop in Lagos to Kara Bridge in Ogun State, due to multiple accidents. At Kara Bridge, a truck carrying rolled steel coils and another hauling a container were involved in a crash. Steel coils spilled onto the bridge, blocking traffic, while … Read more
On Tuesday, the Katsina State Government recognized the remarkable honesty of a woman, Malama Amina Abdulkadir-Yanmama, by rewarding her with ₦500,000 for returning ₦748,320 that was mistakenly sent to her account. The money was meant for the Federal Government’s Home-Grown School Feeding Programme in Katsina State. Editor’s Pick: Bovi Explains Why He Chose Not to … Read more