Zenith Labour Party steps in to back Governor Alex Otti’s anointed candidates, signaling a shift in the political dynamics ahead of Abia’s local elections In a significant political shift, Otti’s candidates under Zenith Labour Party in Abia elections have unveiled their campaign posters ahead of the upcoming local government polls. This development follows internal conflicts…
Governor Alex Otti lifts employment embargo to reward Paralympic athletes with jobs and over N75 million in cash gifts In a remarkable show of support, Abia Paralympic athletes were rewarded with employment and cash gifts by Governor Alex Otti for their outstanding performance in both national and international competitions. The governor, who made the announcement…
A recent assassination attempt involving a drone targeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence has raised security concerns In a chilling turn of events, a drone assassination attempt on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s residence has sent shockwaves through Israel’s security apparatus. The attempted attack, involving an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), targeted the Prime Minister’s home,…
The Nigerian government seeks a $500 million loan from the World Bank to enhance basic education and tackle school dropout rates The Nigerian government is on the verge of securing a World Bank loan for basic education worth $500 million. This move is aimed at addressing the challenges in the country’s education sector, particularly the…
The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) has raised concerns about school closures and student withdrawals due to the economic hardship in Nigeria Rising economic hardship is forcing many parents to shift their children from private to public schools, as they seek to manage the escalating costs of education and transportation. The National…
Top Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Reportedly Killed by Israeli Strikes Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict In a significant development in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed during an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. Sinwar, considered one of the most influential figures within the Hamas leadership, was reportedly targeted in a precise military operation…
Nigeria’s currency faces severe depreciation, ranking as one of the worst-performing globally in 2024, with experts pointing to fiscal imbalances and low foreign reserves The Naira’s depreciation continues to raise concerns as it dropped further to N1,710 per dollar in the parallel market, making it one of the worst-performing currencies globally in 2024. This trend…
Nigeria’s Finance Minister confirms the removal of fuel and foreign exchange subsidies while outlining economic plans to alleviate hardship The Nigerian government has confirmed that fuel and FX subsidies removed will remain a permanent policy, according to the Finance Minister, Wale Edun. Speaking at the World Bank’s Nigeria Development Update presentation in Abuja, Edun emphasized…
Despite economic hardship, the World Bank sees encouraging progress from Nigeria’s recent fiscal policies and reforms While many Nigerians express concern over the economic challenges resulting from recent policy changes, Nigeria’s fiscal reforms show positive results according to the World Bank. The international institution reported that the country is beginning to experience the benefits of…
JAMB responds to public pressure by adjusting the 16-year age requirement for university admissions until August 2025 The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has made a significant adjustment in response to public demand, as JAMB extends the 16-year admission age limit for candidates applying to tertiary institutions. This revision allows students who will turn…
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