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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has urged international investors to capitalize on Nigeria’s thriving oil and gas sector, citing significant regulatory reforms and pro-business policies introduced under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the 2025 CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston, Texas, Udy Ntia, Executive Vice…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Mohammed Aminu as the new Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). Aminu, who holds a Ph.D. in Automobile Technology and a Master’s in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, brings 28 years of experience in teaching, administration,…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially taken over Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), upgrading it to a Federal University. This move makes TASUED one of only three specialized Universities of Education in the country, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening teacher education and human capital development. Minister of…
In a strategic move to improve education quality and expand learning opportunities, the Federal Government has inaugurated ten committees aimed at strengthening academic standards and addressing barriers to education, particularly for girls. The Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, who presided over the event in Abuja, stated that five of…
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has taken a major step toward enhancing the efficiency, credibility, and security of its examinations by acquiring a state-of-the-art Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) scanner. During the inauguration of the newly installed machine in Minna, Niger State, NECO Registrar, Professor Dantani Wushishi, emphasized that the upgrade…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Education Secretariat has reiterated its commitment to vocational training and entrepreneurship development at the launch of the 3rd Edition of the National Sewing Championship. Speaking at the event, Permanent Secretary of the FCT Education Secretariat, Mrs. Joy Okeke, commended the “Skill Up Nigeria” vocational skills…
Panic has gripped the Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), following the abduction of female students on Tuesday night. A mother of one of the victims, speaking to Radio Nigeria, revealed that no contact has been made by the kidnappers. Meanwhile, the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Isaac Itodo, confirmed the incident…
The Katsina State Police Command has launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of a 400-level student from the Federal University, Dutsinma, identified as Sa’idu Abdulkadir Amir. The incident, which also left a commercial motorcyclist injured, allegedly involved a member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF). Reports indicate that…
Model Secondary School (MSS) Maitama, a prestigious public school in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has officially appointed its new set of student leaders for the 2025/2026 academic session. During the decoration ceremony, Director Principal Dr. Judith Olure emphasized the importance of student leadership, stating that the transition was crucial…
The Federal Government has launched a seven-member committee to combat bullying in schools, reinforcing its commitment to student welfare and a safe learning environment. At the committee’s inauguration in Abuja, Minister of Education Dr. Olatunji Alausa emphasized the urgent need for action, citing the severe psychological toll of bullying on…
