FG Secures Release of 100 Abducted Schoolchildren in Niger State as Efforts Intensify to Free Others

Nigeria has recorded a critical breakthrough in one of its most harrowing school-kidnapping episodes in recent memory. The Federal Government has successfully secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. The rescue has offered a glimmer of hope…

Nigeria’s World Bank Debt Could Hit $9.65 Billion — What It Means

Recent reports show that loans and commitments from the World Bank to Nigeria between 2023 and 2025 are projected to total US $9.65 billion by the end of the period. This boost in funding reflects multiple fresh approvals and disbursements across sectors such as infrastructure, health, education, governance, and economic reform programmes. Where Nigeria Stands:…

Nigeria’s Shipping Industry Soars: 50% Surge as Currency Stabilises Fuels Growth

The shipping industry in Nigeria is witnessing a remarkable upturn, with the entire sector recording a 40–50 % increase in activity in 2025 — a significant jump compared to 2024. This surge was revealed by the Shipping Association of Nigeria (SAN), whose leadership credited the upswing to renewed currency stability and improving broader economic conditions….

JAMB Unveils 2026 UTME Registration Guidelines – What You Need to Know

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has officially released the registration guidelines for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. This announcement — shared via the Board’s official social-media channel — is intended to help prospective candidates navigate the registration process smoothly and avoid common mistakes. With the 2026 UTME registration window approaching, JAMB laid out…

FG Clarifies Subject Choices in New Senior Secondary Curriculum as Students Gain Unlimited Flexibility

The Federal Government has issued a formal clarification on the operation of Nigeria’s newly revised Senior Secondary School Curriculum, following days of confusion and speculation among students, parents, and school administrators. In the official statement, the Ministry of Education emphasized that students are free to choose any subjects from the approved national list, regardless of…

From Lagos to London: How a Nigerian Student Just Won Big at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

In a landmark achievement that has lit up hearts across Nigeria’s educational community, a student from Greensprings School has emerged as a global runner-up in the prestigious Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC) 2025. The student — Pandora Onyedire — stood out among tens of thousands of entries from across the Commonwealth. Released by the organizers,…