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Tensions are boiling in the Horn of Africa after a controversial agreement between Ethiopia and the breakaway region of Somaliland sparked outrage in neighboring Somalia. The United States and African Union have joined forces to quell the rising fury, urging all parties to remain calm and seek diplomatic solutions. Somalia views the deal, granting Ethiopia […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made significant progress in its investigation of a suspected N44 billion fraud at the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). The agency has tracked and frozen N30 billion of the missing funds, which were allegedly funneled into private and corporate accounts linked to individuals acting as fronts. […]
Following concerns about the validity of certain foreign degrees, the Nigerian government has announced it will broaden its ongoing review of accreditation and evaluation procedures. This expansion will include institutions in Uganda, Kenya, and Niger Republic, alongside the previously announced investigation into certificates from Benin Republic and Togo. This decision stemmed from a recent undercover […]
President Bola Tinubu has authorized the placement of Ms. Halima Shehu, National Coordinator and CEO of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA), on temporary leave pending the outcome of an investigation into allegations of financial misconduct. This decision comes three months after Ms. Shehu’s confirmation for the position by the Senate. Dr. Akindele Egbuwalo, […]
The Nigerian Ministry of Education has announced that it has withdrawn recognition for 18 foreign universities operating within the country. These institutions are no longer considered to meet the necessary standards for quality education and accredited degrees. The Ministry urges Nigerian citizens to exercise caution when considering international educational options. It is recommended to verify […]
In a significant move, the Nigerian Federal Government has announced the suspension of evaluating and accrediting degree certificates issued by institutions in Benin Republic and Togo. This drastic step, effective immediately, comes as authorities launch a combined investigation to address concerns about the validity and credibility of these qualifications. The Ministry of Education issued a […]
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has appointed the immediate-past Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie, as his new Chief of Staff. Ehie, who is a strong ally of Fubara, replaces the Chief of Staff, Hon. Chidi Amadi, who is a kinsman to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), […]
President Bola Tinubu has signed the 2024 budget, aptly named “Renewed Hope,” into law, injecting a vital N100 billion into the school feeding program. This significant allocation aims to tackle both hunger and education challenges, encouraging school attendance and potentially reducing the number of out-of-school children in Nigeria. Tinubu highlighted the strategic shift in the […]
A fiery scene of tragedy unfolded in central Liberia, where a tanker truck carrying gasoline crashed and exploded, claiming the lives of over 40 people, a grim estimate that continues to rise. The tanker tipped into a ditch near Totota, a town roughly 130 kilometers from the capital Monrovia, leaving behind a trail of devastation […]
Outraged by the Christmas Eve massacre in Plateau State, the Northern Caucus of the House of Representatives has demanded a comprehensive investigation into the killings. Over 150 lives were lost as assailants stormed communities, leaving a trail of devastation in their wake. In a strongly worded statement signed by their Chairman, Alhassan Ado Doguwa, the […]
