he Nigerian government has officially lowered the age benchmark for admission into tertiary institutions from 18 years to 16 years. This decision was announced by the newly appointed Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during his inaugural press briefing in Abuja on November 5, 2024. The reversal of the previous policy, which was implemented by…
As the 2024 US presidential election is set to happen today, the potential outcomes of either a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris victory carry significant implications for Nigeria, particularly in areas such as trade, foreign investment, immigration, and international relations. Both candidates represent contrasting policies that could reshape Nigeria’s economic landscape and its relationship with…
In a move most likely influenced by public outcry, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate release of all minors detained in connection with the #EndBadGovernance protests that erupted across the country in August 2024. This decision comes in response to widespread criticism regarding the treatment of these young individuals, many of whom…
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria says the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is inconsiderate for selling petrol at N990/litre, stressing that the company enjoyed massive concessions while accessing foreign exchange during its construction. PETROAN also insisted that imported petrol was cheaper than the N990/litre price of Dangote petrol. Major marketers recently revealed that…
President Bola Tinubu on Monday directed the Attorney-General of the Federation to ensure the immediate release of the minors detained by the Nigeria Police in connection to last August’s protests without prejudice to any ongoing legal processes. The directive came days after the 76 people, including 30 minors, were charged with treason and inciting a…
In a surprising turn of events, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the release of funds aimed at settling outstanding salaries owed to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Federal Universities (NASU) and providing benefits to retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme. This announcement comes as many universities across…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep horror at the Nigerian government’s handling of child protesters following their recent arraignment in a Federal High Court. The children, aged between 14 and 17, were among 76 individuals charged with serious offences, including treason and public disturbance, stemming from the #EndBadGovernance protests that took place in…
In a stark reminder of the escalating trend of fraudulent activities among Nigerian youth, a court in Port Harcourt has sentenced a university undergraduate to prison for his involvement in cyber fraud. This case shows the broader socio-economic issues driving young people towards illegal activities as they grapple with an increasingly challenging economic landscape. The…
In response to the ongoing blackout affecting Northern Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of the Nigerian Army and Air Force to protect engineers from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) as they work to repair damaged transmission lines. This directive comes after weeks of power outages that have severely disrupted social and…
The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), representing 19 northern states, has collectively rejected President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bill, which includes a significant amendment to the distribution of value-added tax (VAT). The governors voiced their concerns during a strategic meeting held in Kaduna and issued a communiqué detailing their stance on the matter….
