August 20, 2025

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Education General

Adamawa Government, UNICEF Roll Out Accelerated Basic Education Programme to Bridge Learning Gaps

The Adamawa State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has officially launched the Accelerated Basic Education Programme (ABEP), a targeted initiative aimed at reintegrating out-of-school children into the formal education system and fast-tracking their learning journey. The launch, which took place in Yola, marks a significant milestone in the state’s efforts

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General

FG Launches Clean Cooking Stove Campaign in Oyo, Eyes 2030 for Safer Energy Transition

In a decisive step toward achieving cleaner and safer domestic energy use, the Federal Government has flagged off its nationwide Clean Cooking Stove campaign in Oyo State, with a bold target of transitioning millions of Nigerian households to safer energy alternatives by the year 2030. The campaign, which officially commenced on Monday in Ibadan, the

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General Religion

To End Corruption in Nigeria, Parenting Must Improve, NASFAT President

The President of the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT), Alhaji Ayodeji Abdulrauf Abdulwahid, has stated that poor parenting is a significant contributor to the rising tide of corruption and social vices in Nigeria. Speaking during an interview on Morning Rise, a popular program on Channels Television, Alhaji Abdulrauf emphasized that many parents today are overly focused on

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General

Lagos Ranked Among World’s Best Cities in 2025 by TimeOut Magazine

Lagos — In a recent survey published by TimeOut Magazine, Lagos has emerged as one of the world’s best cities for 2025, earning global recognition for its vibrant culture, dynamic economy, and thriving entertainment scene. The city’s meteoric rise on the global stage highlights its unique blend of tradition and modernity, alongside its rapid transformation

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General Policy update

CBN Announces 300th Monetary Policy Committee Meeting

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially announced the 300th meeting of its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), scheduled to hold at the CBN Headquarters, Abuja. The landmark meeting comes at a critical time for Nigeria’s economy as policymakers weigh options to stabilize inflation, manage exchange rate volatility, and sustain recent macroeconomic reforms. According to

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General

Financial Crimes: Police Arrest Two High-Profile Cybercriminals, Arraign Suspects in Court

In a decisive crackdown on financial crimes, the Nigeria Police Force has apprehended two high-profile cybercrime suspects linked to a string of sophisticated online fraud operations targeting both local and international victims. The suspects were paraded before the media on Monday following their arrest in coordinated operations across Lagos and Abuja. According to a statement

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Economy General

Wale Edun Calls for Sustained Private Sector Investment as World Bank Applauds Nigeria’s Economic Strides

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has called for sustained private sector investment to consolidate the country’s current economic progress. This comes as the World Bank commended Nigeria’s recent economic reforms and growing fiscal discipline, acknowledging positive signs of recovery and resilience. Speaking at a high-level policy roundtable

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General

Customs, EFCC, ICPC Launch Joint Public Sensitisation on Currency Laws in Kano

In a strategic move to combat financial crimes and enforce compliance with Nigeria’s currency regulations, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have jointly commenced a robust public sensitisation campaign in Kano State. The initiative, which kicked off with

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General

CGC Adeniyi Commissions School and Health Centre in Sagbokoji, Deepens Community Impact Through ‘Customs Cares’ Initiative

In a landmark gesture of social responsibility, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on Tuesday, commissioned a newly constructed school and a primary healthcare centre in Sagbokoji, a riverine community in Lagos State. The projects, executed under the Nigeria Customs Service’s flagship ‘Customs Cares’ initiative, mark a significant step in bridging the development gap

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General Politics

APC to Host National Summit on May 22, Invites Stakeholders to Review Progress of Renewed Hope Agenda

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended an official invitation to party stakeholders nationwide for a high-level National Summit scheduled to hold on Wednesday, May 22, 2025, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Themed “Renewed Hope Agenda: The Journey So Far,” the summit is expected to bring together top government officials, party

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