News as it breaks
The Federal Government has approved a major reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), extending the orientation camp programme from the current three weeks to six weeks. The decision forms part of a broader strategy aimed at repositioning the scheme to better equip corps members with practical skills, leadership…
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have rescued 10 National Examinations Council (NECO) candidates and teachers abducted by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists during an attack on a secondary school in Lassa, Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. The military disclosed this in a statement issued on…
The national leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has appointed a three-member Caretaker Committee to oversee the affairs of its Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter for a period of three months. According to an official letter signed by SWAN Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, the committee comprises Mr.…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Benin Zone, has threatened to embark on an indefinite strike across seven state-owned universities in Edo, Delta and Ondo states over the alleged failure to implement the 2025 Federal Government/ASUU agreement. The union said the decision became necessary following what it described as…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned operators in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector against exploiting consumers by failing to reduce fuel prices despite the sharp decline in global crude oil prices. The commission said ongoing market surveillance had shown that reductions in gantry prices by refiners, depot…
The Nigerian government says another 271 citizens are expected to return from South Africa as it expands a voluntary evacuation programme launched ahead of planned anti-immigrant protests. An aircraft operated by Air Peace departed Nigeria on Monday and is expected to bring the latest group of evacuees to Lagos,…
The Federal Government and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at improving the welfare, safety and protection of Nigerian students studying abroad. The collaboration is expected to strengthen support systems for Nigerian students across different countries through enhanced consular services, quicker response…
Sixteen-year-old Osasere Okundaye has made history by becoming Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant, a remarkable achievement that is drawing praise from education stakeholders and professionals across the country. Okundaye’s accomplishment comes after successfully meeting the rigorous requirements needed to earn the prestigious chartered accountant qualification, a feat typically attained by individuals…
Canadian rapper and music star Drake has reportedly won more than $1 million after successfully betting on Canada to defeat South Africa in their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 encounter. The high-profile wager paid off after Canada secured a narrow 1-0 victory over South Africa, sealing a place in…
Health experts have called for routine scoliosis screening in Nigerian schools, stressing that early detection is critical to preventing severe spinal deformities and improving treatment outcomes among children and adolescents. The experts made the appeal during a health awareness programme focused on spinal health, where they highlighted the growing need…
