FG Launches ₦50 Million Student Innovation Grant to Empower Undergraduate Innovators

The Federal Government has officially opened the application portal for the Student Venture Capital Grant (S‑VCG), offering up to ₦50 million in funding per qualifying student project. The initiative, designed specifically for students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medical Sciences (STEMM), aims to transform student-led innovations into commercially viable and scalable ventures. Speaking at…

Tom Cruise Receives Honorary Oscar, Celebrating a Legendary Hollywood Career

Hollywood icon Tom Cruise has achieved a long-awaited milestone in his storied career, receiving an Honorary Oscar at the 2025 Governors Awards. The ceremony, held on November 16, 2025, brought together industry leaders, peers, and cinema enthusiasts to honor Cruise’s decades-long contributions to global filmmaking, his groundbreaking work in action cinema, and his unwavering advocacy…

Canada Approves Major Policy Shift: International Students Can Now Work 24 Hours Weekly Off-Campus

In a sweeping reform of its international education framework, the Government of Canada has officially raised the off-campus work limit for international students from 20 to 24 hours per week during active academic sessions. The change, which took effect in early November, marks one of the most significant updates to student work regulations in recent…

NELFUND Explains Why It Cannot Pay Freshers’ Fees Before Registration

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, has clarified why the Fund is unable to pay the tuition fees of newly admitted students before they complete their registration and receive official matriculation numbers. Sawyerr said the decision is rooted in financial prudence, verification challenges, and the need to prevent…

PTML Command Intercepts ₦29.4 Billion Cocaine Shipment from Sierra Leone in Stunning Port Bust

In a major crackdown, the Nigeria Customs Service at the PTML (Port and Terminal Multiservices Ltd.) command announced the interception of a cocaine consignment valued at ₦29.4 billion. The seizure was confirmed by Comptroller Joe Anani, who revealed that the haul was discovered during a routine disinfection of empty containers on October 7, 2025. The…

High-Interest Crisis: Why Nigeria’s Biggest Manufacturers Are Walking Away from Banks

Nigeria’s manufacturing industry is undergoing a dramatic financing shift as leading companies abandon traditional bank loans in response to soaring interest rates. What began as a cautious pullback has now evolved into a full-scale strategy across the sector, reshaping corporate finance and signaling a broader economic transformation. Manufacturers have significantly reduced their reliance on bank…

NYSC Batch C 2025: What You Need to Know — Call-Up Numbers, Safety Tips & Orientation Plan

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released a comprehensive update for prospective corps members (PCMs) mobilized for the 2025 Batch C service year. With call-up letters now available and several important directives issued, this announcement marks a major step forward for thousands of graduates preparing for their mandatory national service. This detailed report breaks…

NELFUND Disburses ₦116 Billion to Support Over 624,000 Nigerian Tertiary Students

the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the disbursement of ₦116 billion in support to students across public tertiary institutions. The sum comprises ₦65 billion for tuition fees and ₦51 billion for monthly upkeep allowances. The fund has reportedly reached 624,535 students across 239 universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, making this one of…

My Private Part is Expensive” — Kiragee Breaks Silence on Love, Money, and Modern Relationships

In a statement that has sparked intense reactions online, 25-year-old actress and content creator Kiragee has revealed her unfiltered views on intimacy, dating, and relationships, leaving Nigerians divided over her bold lifestyle choices. Hailing from Anambra State and also identifying as a professional tailor, Kiragee does not shy away from controversial topics, openly discussing the…