Reversing 18-Year Entry Rule, Minister Alausa Declares: ‘Education Must Open Doors, Not Close Them
Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Alausa, has reinstated the 16-year minimum age for university admission, reversing the previous 18-year policy. Alausa stated that the 18-year age limit hindered efforts to reduce Nigeria’s out-of-school population and is unsustainable for the sector. “Education should empower,” Alausa remarked, emphasizing a new focus on practical skills. Going forward, the […]
Court Orders AMCON Takeover of Governor Abiodun’s Heyden Petroleum Over ‘Severe Financial Trouble’
The Lagos Federal High Court has issued an interim order allowing the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) to take over Heyden Petroleum Limited, owned by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun. The decision, delivered by Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa on October 29, responded to an ex parte motion filed by AMCON’s counsel, O.T. Ogunba, who argued […]
EFCC Arrests Ex-Governor Okowa Over Alleged N1.3 Trillion Fund Diversion for Private Investments and Real Estate
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, citing allegations of misappropriating N1.3 trillion in derivation funds allocated between 2015 and 2023. Okowa was reportedly taken into custody at the EFCC’s Port Harcourt office after being invited for questioning. Sources close to the investigation claim he is accused […]
President Orders Release of Detained Children”: Court Drops Charges in #EndBadGovernance Protest Case
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate release of children and others detained over the recent #EndBadGovernance protests, leading a Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss charges against the 119 accused. Justice Obiora Egwuatu granted the Attorney General’s request to end the case after the AGF, acting on presidential orders, cited his constitutional authority […]
ONDO 2024: INEC Vows to Avoid Edo-Style Election Glitches in Ondo: ‘Expect Fast Improvements!’
INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu has committed to addressing issues from past elections in the upcoming Ondo State governorship election, scheduled for November 16. During a visit to assess INEC’s readiness, Yakubu emphasized lessons learned, especially regarding the early opening of polling units and result collation. “We’ve learned from previous elections and are ready to improve,” […]
A Nation on Its Knees: First Lady and NSA Rally Nigerians in Historic Prayer Marathon for Peace and Stability
In a national call for unity and resilience, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu are leading a week-long interfaith prayer session, titled “Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs,” to address Nigeria’s pressing social, economic, and security issues. Organized by Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director General of the National […]
LGA Elections: APC Wins All 13 Chairmanship Seats in Nasarawa, ZLP Takes 2 Councillorship Positions
The All Progressives Congress (APC) claimed victory in 13 chairmanship positions and won 140 out of 147 councillorship seats in the recently concluded local government elections in Nasarawa State, as announced by Ayuba Usman, Chairman of the Nasarawa State Independent Electoral Commission (NASIEC). The November 2nd elections saw peaceful participation, with a high turnout attributed […]
Ondo Debate Set to Air: ‘Our Vision for the Sunshine State
The Ondo State Governorship Debate, hosted by Channels Television in collaboration with the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room and UK International Development, will take place tonight at 7 pm (WAT). Featuring APC’s Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the current governor, and PDP’s Ajayi Agboola, former deputy governor, the debate will allow both candidates to outline their vision for […]
Zenith Labour Party Sweeps 15 of 17 Chairmanship Seats in Abia Local Elections
In a significant shift, the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) won 15 of the 17 local government chairmanship positions in Abia State, leaving the ruling Labour Party without any seats. The Young Progressives Party (YPP) secured the remaining two seats in Ugwunagbo and Osisioma Ngwa. Announcing the results, George Chima, chairman of the Abia State Independent […]
‘No Clearance from Police and DSS, No Operation’: Wike Sets January Deadline for Abuja Commercial Drivers
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has mandated that all commercial drivers in Abuja obtain security clearance from the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) and Department of State Services (DSS) by January 2025 to continue operations. This directive aims to curb kidnapping and ‘one-chance’ robbery incidents in the city. Drivers who fail to secure […]