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August 6, 2026

NBTI Launches Tinubu Light Initiative, Targets One Million MSMEs with Affordable Clean Energy

The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has launched the Tinubu Light Initiative (TLI), a nationwide programme designed to provide affordable renewable energy solutions to one million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), while creating over 50,000 direct jobs and boosting Nigeria’s innovation-driven economy. The initiative was officially unveiled on Thursday in Abuja by the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News
August 6, 2026

Alausa Targets Insecurity, Unemployment with New Sports and Education Programme

The Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious national programme that seeks to tackle youth unemployment, reduce insecurity and unlock the economic potential of Nigeria’s sports industry through the integration of education and elite athletic development. The initiative, known as the National Sports and Education Excellence Programme (N-SEEP), was launched in Abuja by the Minister of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
August 6, 2026

Alausa Unveils Major Reforms to Expand Autism Care, Specialist Training Nationwide

The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive reform programme aimed at transforming autism care in Nigeria through expanded specialist training, increased investments in tertiary institutions and the establishment of Autism Centres across the country’s six geopolitical zones. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, announced the initiative during an engagement with stakeholders, describing it... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
August 5, 2026

Bradford Festival of Arts BAFA 2026 Kick Starts With Colourful Opening Ceremony 

The Bradford African Festival of Art, BAFA 2026 has kick-started with an opening ceremony showcasing keynote addresses and art exhibitions by various international artists with music and dance performances.   In his welcome address at the opening ceremony held at the University of Bradford, BAFA 2026 Festival Director, Dr. Olushola Kolawole assures that throughout the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Governance, UK News
August 4, 2026

FG ORDERS TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS TO EXPEL STUDENTS INVOLVED IN KIDNAPPING

The Federal Government has directed Vice Chancellors, Rectors and Provosts across the country to immediately dismiss any student found guilty, after due investigation, of involvement in kidnapping or related criminal activities. The directive was issued by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, during a meeting with the Governing Council and Management of the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
August 4, 2026

When Leadership Speaks: Why Ambassador Abubakar-Waziri’s Call Matters Beyond Nigeria

By reflecting on the recent message of the Catholic Bishops to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Ambassador M. J. Abubakar-Waziri offers more than a commentary on a national event. He presents a timeless reflection on leadership, moral responsibility and the indispensable role of courageous voices in safeguarding democracy. His central argument is clear: moments of national... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, UK News, Women, World News
August 4, 2026

Nigeria’s Problem Is Execution, Not Budget, Says Okonjo-Iweala

Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has said Nigeria’s economic transformation will depend less on natural resource endowments or larger budgetary allocations and more on effective policy execution, infrastructure maintenance and strategic investment. Speaking as keynote speaker at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026, themed “Harnessing Our Strengths, Unlocking... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News
August 4, 2026

NERDC disowns fake funding request for printing, distribution of new curriculum

The Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) has distanced itself from a fake document circulating in the public requesting financial support for the production, printing and nationwide distribution of the Revised Basic Education Curriculum (BEC) for the 2026/2027 academic session. Executive Secretary of NERDC, Professor Salisu Shehu, who issued a disclaimer on Monday in... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
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