Abuja, July 10, 2025 The Federal Government has officially launched the first-ever national common entrance examination into Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Class 1, targeting admissions into 34 revamped federal and state technical colleges. The exercise marks a strategic shift toward developing industry-ready skills among youth. Held on June 14, 2025, the landmark exam
Benin City, July 10, 2025 In a stunning result at the Ardova Handball Premier League in Benin, the newly promoted COAS Shooters shocked defending champions Tojemarine HBC with a 23–21 victory during Phase One action on Wednesday. Led by coach Emeka Nnamani, the Army team dominated from the start, building a commanding 17–8 lead by
Ibadan, July 10, 2025 The Oyo State Government has reiterated a strict ban on mobile phones, smartwatches, and Meta-enabled glasses within school premises, especially during examinations, in a bid to stem the tide of digital exam malpractice. During a meeting on Wednesday with education officials, including Permanent Secretaries, Inspectors General of Education, and heads of
Lagos, July 10, 2025 — In preparation for Saturday’s local government elections, the Lagos State Police Command has announced a total vehicular movement restriction from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 12, applying statewide—including roads and waterways. The measure, announced on Wednesday, aims to maintain order and enhance security during polling. Commissioner of Police Olohundare Jimoh
Abuja, July 10, 2025 The Attorney General of Ogun State has confirmed the release of an Abia indigene who was recently freed after spending 22 years in prison for a stolen-generator offence, clarifying that the convict, Ogbonna Igbojionu, had been properly convicted and later pardoned. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Attorney General, Mr.
Abuja, July 10, 2025 The Nigerian electricity industry is facing a customer backlash, with regulatory bodies reporting a troubling rise in consumer grievances due to faulty meters and billing errors. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) revealed that over 1.22 million complaints were lodged in 2023, with metering issues and overbilling accounting for more than
Abuja, July 10, 2025 — The Nigerian Senate has taken decisive action to re-engineer the country’s struggling power sector by advancing the Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 during its second reading on Tuesday. Sponsored by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South) and backed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the bill introduces sweeping reforms aimed at preventing
Lagos, July 9, 2025 — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, alongside the First Lady of Nigeria and Senator representing Lagos Central, Oluremi Tinubu, on Wednesday, led the official commissioning of the Ikosi-Isheri Primary Health Centre located at Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Ketu. The event, which drew top government officials, healthcare stakeholders,
Abuja, July 9, 2025 The Federal Government has said that Nigeria’s economy is on the path to recovery, crediting the steady improvement to the bold and far-reaching reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the newly elected executives of the Nigerian Guild of Editors, the
Abuja, July 9, 2025 The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), introduced in 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has become a key pillar in the administration’s push to make higher education more accessible for Nigerian youths. Designed as an interest-free loan initiative, NELFUND aims to eliminate financial barriers that often prevent students from pursuing tertiary
