How FG’s New Alternative Learning Policy Aims to Reduce Unemployment, Banditry
The Federal Government has launched a new National Policy on Alternative Learning Pathways to expand access to education for out-of-school children, youths and adults across the country. Dr. John Edeh,…
Explainer: Fiscal years are defined by law, not the calendar- Budget Office
The Budget Office of the Federation acknowledges public concerns regarding the publication timeline for the recent Quarterly Budget Implementation Reports and considers it important to provide clarification within the broader…
Lagos police nabs six suspected ‘one-Chance’ robbers, recover tricycle, dummy pistol
The Police Command in Lagos State has apprehended six suspected members of a notorious ‘One Chance’ robbery syndicate allegedly terrorising commuters in the Okota area of the state. The command’s…
Police Command Begins Disciplinary Action Against ASP Over Detainee’s Escape in Rivers
The Police Command in Rivers has begun disciplinary proceedings on an officer ASP Ekawhe Thomas, over alleged negligence that led to a suspect’s escape from detention. The spokesperson, ASP Blessing…
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation, after 80 suspected deaths…
International Day of the Boy Child: Peter Obi reflects on the future of the Nigerian boy child
Peter Obi, a leading presidential candidate and former Governor of Anambra State, has extended his congratulations to the Nigerian Boy Child in recognition of International Day of the Boy Child,…
Sierra Leone to take in hundreds of West Africans deported by US, minister says
Sierra Leone has agreed to take in hundreds of West African migrants who are being deported by the United States, its foreign minister told Reuters, the latest such deal by…
Forty-two pupils missing after Nigeria school attack, lawmaker says
At least 42 Nigerian school children were missing on Saturday a day after suspected Islamist militants attacked a school in the insurgency-hit northeastern Borno state, a senator for the area…
S&P lifts Nigeria’s ratings on improving macroeconomic profile
Credit ratings agency S&P upgraded Nigeria’s long-term sovereign rating to “B” from “B-” on Friday, citing improving credit worthiness. Higher oil production and prices, a large increase in domestic refining…
Police neutralise two suspected kidnappers, arrest kingpin in Ogun
The Police Command in Ogun has neutralised two suspected kidnappers and arrested two others during an intelligence-led operation in Atan area of Ijebu in the state. The command disclosed this…