Accra, Ghana – June 12, 2025 The Government of Ghana has officially banned the public use of honorary doctorate and professorship titles, citing widespread abuse and the need to uphold academic integrity in the country. The directive, issued by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), follows growing concerns that individuals, including public figures, were parading
Lagos, Nigeria – June 12, 2025 The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his enduring legacy and contributions to Nigeria’s democratic development, urging citizens to stay engaged in governance and electoral processes. Speaking at a Democracy Day event held at the Lagos
Umuahia, Nigeria – June 12, 2025 The Chinese government has expressed interest in partnering with Abia State to combat hunger and poverty through strategic investment in agriculture, vocational training, and infrastructural development. The proposal was made during a courtesy visit by a high-level delegation from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China to the
Calabar, Cross River State – June 12, 2025 The last surviving female twin rescued by Scottish missionary Mary Slessor has passed away at the age of 115, marking the end of a living link to one of Nigeria’s most transformative social reforms. Madam Ekaete Udo, who hailed from Okoyong in present-day Cross River State, reportedly
As part of the events commemorating Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Anniversary, the Federal Government convened a high-level Public Lecture at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, with the theme: “Consolidating the Gains of Nigeria’s Democracy: Necessity of Enduring Reforms.” The gathering brought together key stakeholders in governance, civil society, academia, and the diplomatic community to reflect
Zamfara State, Nigeria – June 12, 2025 In a major breakthrough in the fight against insurgency in the North-West, Nigerian troops have neutralised a notorious terrorist leader known as Auta alongside 14 of his fighters during a successful military operation in Zamfara State. According to military sources, the operation was conducted by troops of Operation
Calabar, June 12, 2025 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the seizure of a massive 2,687 tonnes of cannabis sativa in Cross River State, in what authorities described as one of the largest drug interceptions in recent times. According to a statement by the NDLEA spokesperson, the illicit consignment was uncovered during
Lagos, June 12, 2025 Wema Bank Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, has received a significant boost to its credit profile, following ratings upgrades by two major international rating agencies — Fitch Ratings and Global Credit Ratings (GCR). Fitch upgraded Wema Bank’s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) from ‘B-’ to ‘B’, with a Stable
The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has commenced a rigorous enforcement of the hospitality certification law, targeting hotels and tourism establishments operating without appropriate staff training and certification across Lagos State. This move, announced on Wednesday, is part of the agency’s broader effort to standardize service delivery and promote professionalism within Nigeria’s fast-growing
In a bid to ensure orderliness during this year’s June 12 Democracy Day activities, the Lagos State Police Command and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have reached an agreement to hold all protest-related events at a single designated venue. The consensus was reached during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Lagos on Tuesday, attended by police representatives,
