Publishers and authors seeking approval for textbooks in Nigeria have received a major financial boost following the decision of the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) to reduce the fees for textbook assessment and ranking. The fee reduction, announced by the Executive Secretary of NERDC, Prof. Salisu Shehu, is expected to ease the cost...
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PFIPC Probe: Reps Panel Summons Foreign Affairs Minister, NSA Over Council’s Operations The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) has criticised some heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) for failing to honour its summons, describing their absence as a setback to the ongoing inquiry. The committee...
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The House of Representatives has called for a comprehensive investigation into the losses, casualties and abandoned properties linked to recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa, urging the Federal Government to intensify diplomatic and legal efforts to protect Nigerians living abroad. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Babajimi Benson, representing...
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The Federal Government has commended the Kano State Government for its sustained investment in education, describing quality teachers as the foundation for building a globally competitive education system and securing Nigeria’s future. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, gave the commendation during the official presentation of appointment letters to 4,900 newly recruited teachers and...
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The House of Representatives on Tuesday resolved to investigate all seized, forfeited, recovered and repatriated assets managed by government institutions since Nigeria’s return to democratic rule in 1999, citing concerns over transparency, accountability and inadequate record-keeping. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, who called for a comprehensive...
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Abidjan, Ivory Coast — Burkina Faso’s military ruler, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has sought to quash growing speculation of a power struggle within the ruling junta, declaring there can be only one leader and warning he would swiftly deal with anyone who challenged his authority. The rumours have been fuelled by the prolonged absence from public...
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The United States plans to announce an agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday that would establish a civilian nuclear program in the kingdom, according to media reports, as renewed hostilities involving Iran-backed Houthi rebels threaten regional stability. Citing two unnamed US officials, The New York Times reported on Tuesday that the Trump administration is expected...
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Awka, Nigeria – Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has appointed renowned investment strategist and veteran financier Dr Nicky Okoye as a Senior Visiting Lecturer, a move widely regarded as reinforcing the growing partnership between academia, industry and economic transformation. The appointment comes at a time when universities around the world are increasingly engaging accomplished business leaders...
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Kwankwaso Reveals Written Pact with Obi for One-Term Presidency The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Rabiu Kwankwaso, says he is confident that the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will honour his pledge to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, disclosing that both men signed a written agreement to that effect....
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Andy Burnham’s First Day as UK Prime Minister: Bold Promises, New Style and a Test of Leadership London — Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham entered 10 Downing Street on Monday with few detailed policy announcements but offered a clear glimpse into the style and priorities that could define his premiership. From his first hours...
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