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A growing storm of anger, fear, and desperation is sweeping across Moroccan cities where Nigerian students under the Federal Government’s Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scholarship scheme say they have been left stranded for over 15 months without receiving their monthly stipends. The students — many of whom rely solely on the scholarship for accommodation, food,…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria produced a statement performance in the semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoff, dismantling Gabon National Football Team 4-1 in extra time. Their head coach, Eric Chelle, lauded his team’s passion, unity and evolution — while reminding everyone the job is far from finished. In this blog-news feature,…
In a bold move aimed at curbing police overreach and protecting citizens’ privacy, Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has issued a firm directive declaring that no police officer is allowed to search the mobile phones of commuters or motorists on Lagos roads. While the announcement has been widely welcomed, questions abound about whether…
In Benin, the political landscape is shifting significantly ahead of the presidential election scheduled for April 12, 2026. With structural advantages firmly in its grip, the ruling coalition appears well-positioned to maintain power, leaving few viable challengers in sight. This analysis explores the current dynamics, implications, and future risks as the country approaches a potentially…
In a landmark move that underscores the renewed focus on education and human-capital development, the government of Kano State has officially dispatched 350 postgraduate scholars to pursue advanced studies abroad. Spearheaded by Abba Kabir Yusuf, the initiative forms a key part of the state’s revitalised Foreign and Domestic Scholarship Scheme and marks a significant milestone…
In a major decision that has sparked wide debate across the education sector, the House of Representatives has ordered the immediate suspension of plans by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Federal Ministry of Education to introduce Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The directive followed…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a fresh warning to the Federal Government, announcing that it will commence a full-scale nationwide strike on November 21 if all unresolved issues affecting public universities remain unaddressed. The ultimatum was delivered by the ASUU Owerri Zone, which includes the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO),…
Nigeria’s currency, the naira, has been under considerable pressure for years—marked by sharp depreciations, high inflation, and recurring foreign-exchange (FX) interventions. But now, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says recent developments are pointing to genuine improvement. The key drivers? Strong FX inflows, tighter controls, and a shift back toward more orthodox monetary policy. This…
In a startling turn of events that has raised alarm over institutional integrity and land-rights violations, operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) X-Squad from Alagbon, Lagos, have arrested four police officers and three forest guards for their alleged involvement in an illegal demolition and land-grabbing scheme in the Pakuro/Orile Egun area of the…
In a significant move that signals improved commitment to retirees in Nigeria, the federal government has announced a release of ₦3.9 billion to clear arrears owed to 91,146 pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD). This landmark disbursement comes on the heels of an increase in the minimum…
