NAF COMMENDS TETFUND ON TRANSFORMATIVE CONTRIBUTIONS TO NIGERIA EDUCATION

Air Marshal Abubakar who made indication during a courtesy visit to the Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Architect Sonny Echono, at TETFund’s Headquarters in Abuja, ,on the 21 November 2024, also expressed his appreciation for the Fund’s transformative contributions to Nigeria’s education sector, particularly through its infrastructure and research-focused initiatives. Air... Read More

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Federal Government Empowers Women and Youth Entrepreneurs in Yobe State

The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to empowering women and youth entrepreneurs in Nigeria. This pledge was made by the Director General, Dr. Patricia Uchenna Chukwu, at a recent training and empowerment program held in Nguru, Yusufari, Machina, and Karasuwa federal constituency, Yobe State. The three-day program, which... Read More

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Davido, Uncle Joe, and the Dilemma of Nigerian patriotism

Ever since Davido stated what is as clear as crystal -the fact that Nigeria is in shambles – the self-appointed Nigerian patriotic police, Uncle Joe Igbokwe, has been after him. His pretended outrage seems to be that Davido dared to say so, arguing that even if the country were dead, Davido should instead occupy himself... Read More

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NECO ACCREDITS MORE FOREIGN SCHOOLS FOR ITS EXAMINATIONSDetermined to broaden its horizon and expand its global presence, the National Examinations Council (NECO) has accredited more foreign schools to write the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The newly accredited schools in addition to the existing ones, are in Niger Republic and Equitorial Guinea. NECO Accreditation Team visited the Schools to assess their readiness to write the SSCE and BECE. The Accreditation Team inspected Classrooms, Laboratories, Libraries, Computer Laboratories, workshops, Examination Halls and Sport facilities to determine their adequacy and suitability for NECO Examinations. After a thorough evaluation and comprehensive assessment, the schools were granted full SSCE and full BECE accreditation status. The accreditation of additional foreign schools is a testament to NECO’s commitment to providing quality education and assessment beyond the shores of Nigeria. With its expanding global presence, NECO is poised to become a leading examination body in Africa, offering opportunities for students worldwide to benefits from its expertise, thus contributing to the advancement of education in Africa and beyond. In another development, candidates are participating in the on-going NECO SSCE External in Diffa, Niger Republic. The UNHCR School, Diffa, Niger Republic is the first NECO SSCE External Centre outside Nigeria. It would be recalled that NECO examinations are now written by candidates in Benin Republic, Togo, Cote’d Ivoire, Niger Republic, Equitorial Guinea and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Azeez Sani Ag. Director, Information and Public Relations

Determined to broaden its horizon and expand its global presence, the National Examinations Council (NECO) has accredited more foreign schools to write the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The newly accredited schools in addition to the existing ones, are in Niger Republic and Equitorial Guinea. NECO Accreditation Team... Read More

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Don Jazzy Earns Prestigious Nomination for Africa’s Most Creative Music Producer of the Year 2024

Nigerian music maestro and industry icon, Don Jazzy, has been nominated for the coveted title of Africa’s Most Creative Music Producer of the Year 2024. This announcement, made by the Academy of Awards Committee and the Editorial Board of NI-S-NI, USA, places Don Jazzy in an elite category alongside top producers from 10 African nations,... Read More

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LONDON EVENT: Nigeria’s President Senator Bola Tinubu on Tunde Bakare as a Nigerian

Nigeria’s President Tinubu celebrates Tunde Bakare at 70 The Nigeria’s President Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the founder of the Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, on his 70th birthday. The Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga in a statement released, had President Tinubu praised Bakare for his service to the... Read More

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All-African Military Games Abuja (AMGA 2024) Daily Diary – Nigeria pulls it off!

AMGA 2024 Daily Diary – Nigeria pulls it off! DAY FOUR It is a very special day. How it goes matters a great deal. It will determine the psychology of AMGA 2024 when the sports events eventually start. Hosting such a big international event is a first for the Nigerian military. Nothing like this has... Read More

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Finally: Nigeria’s message to Intl Monetary Fund (IMF) by President Tinubu

WE SHALL CONTINUE TO PRIORITISE SOCIAL INVESTMENT PROGRAMMES, PRESIDENT TINUBU TELLS IMF MANAGING DIRECTOR President Bola Tinubu has assured that his administration will continue prioritising the welfare of the poor and most vulnerable even as the economic reforms bear fruit. President Tinubu stated this on Wednesday night in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, when the... Read More

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MFA, NiDCOM STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIP FOR BETTER DIASPORA ENGAGEMENT

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Dr Dunoma Umar Ahmed, has reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to collaborating with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) to fulfil its mandate through effective communication and advocacy. Dr. Ahmed gave the assurance during a strategic engagement with NiDCOM’s management team, led by Hon.Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in Abuja. “Diaspora... Read More

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Energy Strategic Alliance for Progress – Advancing Nigeria’s Potentials

Monday, November 18, 2024, Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji; Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, Director General and CEO of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN); and Prince Ade Omole spearheaded a high-level strategic meeting in Abuja, Nigeria. The discussions revolved around innovative strategies to advance President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope... Read More