Tension in Global Markets: Stocks Fall Ahead of Key Fed Announcement

Global stock markets slipped as investors held their breath, awaiting the much-anticipated interest rate decision from the U.S. Federal Reserve. A tepid session on Wall Street set the tone, prompting caution worldwide as markets weighed the implications of any change in U.S. monetary policy. The nervousness was further fuelled by recent earnings reports from major…

Why Kashim Shettima (NGF) Says Education Financing in Nigeria Must Be Diversified

In a timely call to action during the opening of Nigeria Education Forum 2025 (NEF 2025), Vice-President Shettima and the leadership of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) argued that Nigeria’s education-funding model needs a fundamental overhaul. Relying solely on government allocations can no longer meet the demands of a growing, rapidly changing education sector. What’s Changed…

2026 Golden Globe Nominations Announced: One Battle After Another Leads with Nine Nods

The nominations for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, set for January 11, 2026, have been officially revealed, highlighting a slate of films and television series that have captivated audiences and critics alike. Leading the pack is One Battle After Another, which secured nine nominations, making it the early frontrunner of the season. Other top contenders…

Nigeria’s Ports Warned: Cybersecurity Is Now Non-Negotiable — NPCC Unveils New Cyber Defence Taskforce

At a recent quarterly meeting held in Lagos, the Nigerian Ports Consultative Council (NPCC) declared that cybersecurity is no longer optional — it must become a core priority for all ports and terminals across the country. The rapid adoption of AI and advanced digital systems in port operations now makes maritime infrastructure vulnerable to cyber-attacks,…

Sean Combs: The Reckoning Documentary Sparks Renewed Questions Over Tupac and Biggie Cases

In a dramatic turn of events that has captured the attention of music lovers and cultural historians worldwide, the release of the four-part documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning has reignited debate over some of hip-hop’s most infamous unsolved mysteries: the deaths of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. The series, executive-produced by Curtis “50 Cent”…

BUA Cement Doubles Scholarship Support to ₦200,000

BUA Cement Plc has significantly expanded its educational support initiative by awarding a total of ₦40 million in scholarships to 200 students across three northern states, marking one of the company’s most impactful interventions in the region’s academic community. The latest award represents a major upgrade in the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portfolio and…

KWASU Graduates 8,119 Students as Major Infrastructure Boost Signals a New Era of Growth

The Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, is set to hold one of the most significant convocations in its history as the institution prepares to graduate a remarkable 8,119 students across various levels. The 13th convocation ceremony marks a major milestone for the university, showcasing not only academic accomplishments but also a season of unprecedented expansion,…

Nigeria’s TETFund to Launch Nationwide Campus Security Master Plan

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has officially announced plans to develop a comprehensive security master plan aimed at protecting tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The initiative was unveiled by the Fund’s Board of Trustees Chairman, Aminu Bello Masari, during the opening of a two-day national workshop on campus security held in Abuja. Masari described the…