Boko Haram Suicide Bomber Hits Military Convoy in Borno, Soldiers Killed in Fresh Attack

Nigeria’s counter-insurgency campaign in the North-East suffered a major setback after suspected Boko Haram insurgents carried out a suicide bombing on a Nigerian military convoy in Borno State, killing several soldiers and injuring others in what security sources describe as a highly coordinated and deadly attack. The incident occurred along a volatile route frequently used…

Plateau Local Government Shuts Down School After Structural Cracks Raise Collapse Fears

In a decisive move to protect students and learners, authorities in Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State have ordered the immediate closure of a private school following the discovery of serious structural defects that posed significant safety risks. The closure, announced on January 20, 2026, reflects heightened concern over school infrastructure standards and the…

Edo Protest: Detained Ambrose Alli University Students Regain Freedom

In a significant and hopeful development for students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, several youths who were arrested and remanded following unrest in the community have regained their freedom, bringing relief to families and the university community. Background: Protest, Violence and Arrests The situation began when residents and some university community members in Ekpoma,…

Aptech Launches Groundbreaking ADSE AI Career Programme to Equip Nigerian Students With Future-Ready Tech Skills

In a bold move to reshape technology education in Nigeria, Aptech Computer Education Nigeria has unveiled its latest ADSE AI career programme, designed to equip Nigerian learners with job-ready digital skills, hands-on work experience, and international academic progression opportunities. This initiative comes at a time when the global demand for advanced technology expertise is surging…

Tense Standoff in Nigeria’s Healthcare Sector: Resident Doctors to Reassess Strike Suspension in Two Weeks as Talks Continue

The healthcare landscape in Nigeria is once again under scrutiny as the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) announces it will review its decision to suspend a nationwide strike within the next two weeks, raising fresh concerns about the delivery of medical services and the unresolved welfare issues in the sector. Background: A Healthcare Crisis…

Kano’s Bold Move: 50,000 Youths to Be Equipped with Skills to Drive Economic Growth and Self-Reliance

In a powerful push to tackle rising unemployment and fuel economic empowerment, the Kano State Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to train no fewer than 50,000 youths in diverse skills acquisition programmes across the state in 2026. The announcement underscores the administration’s commitment to empowering young people with practical skills, boosting self-reliance, and fostering…

PAP Sends 34 Postgraduate Scholars to Top UK Universities in Bold Push for Knowledge Economy

In a significant stride toward educational empowerment and human capital development, the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has dispatched 34 postgraduate scholarship recipients to pursue advanced studies at various universities across the United Kingdom for the 2025–2026 academic session. This move represents a renewed commitment to nurturing expertise in cutting-edge fields critical to Nigeria’s future growth…