Abuja, Nigeria | September 4, 2025 The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has directed retired soldiers staging protests at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja to vacate the premises, warning that their continued presence is disrupting government operations. Speaking during a press briefing with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen.
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has commended the Power Sector Communications Team (PSCT) for its pivotal role in enhancing transparency and shaping informed public dialogue within Nigeria’s power sector. The Commission also called for deeper collaboration and a more strategic approach to stakeholder engagement as the industry continues to evolve. This recognition was conveyed
Anti-discrimination organisation, Kick It Out, has officially launched a new five-year strategic framework titled Football United, aimed at deepening inclusion, equality, and representation across all levels of football—both in the men’s and women’s game. The initiative, unveiled earlier this week, reflects the organisation’s renewed commitment to tackling systemic barriers and fostering a game that is
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, job creation, and inclusive economic development, declaring that young people remain central to the State’s prosperity and long-term growth. Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, at the 2025 Stakeholders’ Forum organised by the Ministry
Abeokuta, Nigeria | September 4, 2025 The Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (O-ORBDA) on Wednesday graduated 37 participants of its 2024/2025 Graduate Youth Empowerment Programme (GYEP), awarding each a ₦500,000 startup grant to support entry into agribusiness. Speaking at the ceremony held at the agency’s headquarters in Abeokuta, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer,
Global trading firm XTX Markets has announced a rolling 12–14 week AI research internship programme, offering interns a monthly salary of $35,000, one of the highest compensation packages ever advertised for such a role. The listing, posted this week, highlights the growing demand for top-tier quantitative and artificial intelligence talent within the high-frequency trading industry.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Mr. Ahamba Tochukwu, Chief Executive Officer of Gavice Logistics Limited, for allegedly defrauding hundreds of unsuspecting investors in a Ponzi-style logistics investment scheme valued at about ₦2 billion. In a statement on Wednesday, the anti-graft agency disclosed that Tochukwu lured investors with promises of high returns
September 4, 2025 – Nigeria’s drive to deepen digital connectivity is facing setbacks as broadband penetration crawls at 48 percent, far below the 70 percent target set in the National Broadband Plan (NBP) 2020–2025. The ambitious plan, launched five years ago, aimed to expand broadband coverage nationwide, bridging Nigeria’s digital divide and supporting growth in
September 4, 2025 The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather alert, forecasting widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across the country between Thursday, September 4, and Saturday, September 6, 2025. According to the agency, many parts of the North, South, and central regions will experience varying intensities of rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and possible flash
September 4, 2025 The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has launched a self-service enrollment portal to make it easier for Nigerians to register and access health insurance coverage online. The new platform, unveiled in Abuja, is designed to simplify enrollment processes, reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, and expand access to affordable healthcare across the country. According to
