The Federal Government has enrolled 16,000 Nigerians into the first cohort of its newly established Digital Training Academy (DTA), a free programme designed to equip young Nigerians with digital skills needed in today’s changing job market. The development comes as Nigeria continues to face growing demand for technology and digital skills, with young people increasingly…
Students across Nigeria’s Federal Unity Colleges were scheduled to return to school today, September 14, as the Federal Government begins the new academic session. The Federal Ministry of Education had earlier confirmed that Federal Unity Colleges nationwide would resume on Monday and assured parents and guardians that arrangements had been made to provide a safe…
Nigerians are once again facing higher petrol prices as filling stations across parts of the country adjust their pump prices, adding fresh pressure to households, transport operators and businesses. Reports from major cities indicate that petrol is now selling for around ₦1,400 per litre at some major outlets, while prices as high as ₦1,450 per…
Tensions between Nigeria and South Africa have intensified following the reported deaths of two Nigerian nationals in South Africa, as concerns over the safety of Nigerians living and doing business in the country continue to grow. Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that two Nigerian citizens, James Uchechukwu Nwankwo and Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle, were…
Africa’s largest refinery is about to get even bigger. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC, to launch a $1.6 billion Initial Public Offering, IPO, in what will be Africa’s biggest share sale ever. At the same time, the refinery announced plans for a $14.3 billion expansion that…
Many Nigerians and other foreigners ask if it’s possible to join the United States Armywithout being a U.S. citizen.The short answer is yes, but with conditions. You don’t need to be a U.S. citizen to enlist, but you must be a legal U.S. resident. According to U.S. Army recruiting guidelines, non-citizens must meet these requirements:…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has dismissed more than 40 staff members for corruption and financial malpractice in the last three years, Chairman Ola Olukoyede disclosed on Monday in Abuja. Speaking during a media briefing to mark his three years in office, Olukoyede said the sackings were part of efforts to ensure EFCC…
Nigerian dancer and entertainer Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, has reportedly regained his freedom from a UK prison. The reports surfaced on Friday after close associates and fans dropped hints online about a breakthrough in his ongoing UK legal case. Burna Boy’s associate and singer Rahman Jago posted cryptic messages on X…
Nigerian public universities may be heading for another shutdown as the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has issued a fresh threat to resume its suspended nationwide strike.The union says both the Federal Government and state governments have failed to implement the December 2025 ASUU-FGN Agreement and are still owing lecturers billions in salaries and…
A fresh political drama is brewing in the South-East after popular socialite Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, clashed with Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru and was hit with a fiery response from federal lawmaker Hon. Chinedu Ogah. The controversy began days ago when Cubana Chief Priest publicly called on Governor Nwifuru to…