Groups mark Independence Day with calls to end violence against women

Two rights groups, Tonia Bruised but not Broken and Stop The Abuse Against Women And Children Foundation, yesterday described Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebration as devoid of true freedom and…

Iran launches multiple missiles against Israel

Iran has launched a barrage of missiles at Israel in response to the killing of senior Hezbollah and Hamas officials, read more Iran launches multiple missiles against Israel

Free online platforms for learning high-demand skills

Online education has made it easier for learners to acquire high-demand skills and pursue affordable certifications or degrees, reshaping traditional learning paths, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes Technology has rapidly revolutionised various aspects of society, transforming the way we live, work, and learn in the last 10 years. The education sector is one of many sectors that
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Online education has made it easier for learners to acquire high-demand skills and pursue affordable certifications or degrees, reshaping traditional learning paths, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes Technology has rapidly revolutionised various aspects of society, transforming the way we live, work, and learn in the last 10 years. The education sector is one of many sectors that

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Nigerians can’t find peace despite growing security budgets

…Military budgets have grown 190 times since 1960 …Data, tech needed to fight crime, experts tell security chiefs Nigeria’s security read more Nigerians can’t find peace despite growing security budgets

AFCON Qualifier: Libya resume training to arrive in Nigeria October 7

The Libya National Team reconvened on Monday to begin preparation for their October 11, 2025, Africa Cup of Nations qualifying tie against Nigeria at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to Libya Al-Ahrar Channel, the Mediterranean Knights had their first training under the leadership of their new coach, Nasser Al-Hadhiri and
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The Libya National Team reconvened on Monday to begin preparation for their October 11, 2025, Africa Cup of Nations qualifying tie against Nigeria at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. According to Libya Al-Ahrar Channel, the Mediterranean Knights had their first training under the leadership of their new coach, Nasser Al-Hadhiri and

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Govt begins distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles

The Federal Government, through the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has flagged off the distribution of 2000 CNG-Powered Tricycles to empower Nigerian youth. The flag-off event, held at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja on Tuesday, was part of activities to commemorate the 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence.
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The Federal Government, through the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has flagged off the distribution of 2000 CNG-Powered Tricycles to empower Nigerian youth. The flag-off event, held at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja on Tuesday, was part of activities to commemorate the 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence.

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Police arrest suspects in Edo cable, transformer theft

The Police in Edo State have arrested a 50-year-old man, KC Okojie Prince, for the alleged theft of two electricity transformers and two drums of 2.5 mm flexible cable wires.…

FG to invest in local companies for gas production

The Federal Government has announced that it will soon choose more beneficiaries for its initiative to invest in indigenous companies focused on energy security and gas infrastructure development. It stated that this plan will represent a significant milestone in Nigeria’s pursuit of energy security and gas infrastructure development. The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas),
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The Federal Government has announced that it will soon choose more beneficiaries for its initiative to invest in indigenous companies focused on energy security and gas infrastructure development. It stated that this plan will represent a significant milestone in Nigeria’s pursuit of energy security and gas infrastructure development. The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas),

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NNPP fastest-growing party, APC, PDP broken – Kwankwaso

The national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Monday, described the Peoples Democratic Party as a “dead party.” He also criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress, saying it was out of touch with the current realities Nigerians are grappling with, which include escalating insecurity, abject poverty, and widespread hunger. Kwankwaso, who
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The national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Monday, described the Peoples Democratic Party as a “dead party.” He also criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress, saying it was out of touch with the current realities Nigerians are grappling with, which include escalating insecurity, abject poverty, and widespread hunger. Kwankwaso, who

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Ministerial approval for ExxonMobil/Seplat divestment underway – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu says the ExxonMobil and Seplat divestment transactions will get ministerial approval in a few days. He disclosed this in his Independence broadcast on Tuesday. He said the divestment process has been approved by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission in line with the Petroleum Industry Act. Tinubu disclosed that the divestment process
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President Bola Tinubu says the ExxonMobil and Seplat divestment transactions will get ministerial approval in a few days. He disclosed this in his Independence broadcast on Tuesday. He said the divestment process has been approved by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission in line with the Petroleum Industry Act. Tinubu disclosed that the divestment process

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