Nguema Takes Office as Gabon’s President After 94.85% Win
General Brice Oligui Nguema has been sworn in as president of Gabon after winning 94.85% of votes in the April 12 election. Nguema had seized power in a coup nearly two years ago, ending the Bongo dynasty’s 50-year rule. His inauguration at the weekend was attended by several African leaders, and he has vowed to […]
FG Halts BEA Scholarships, Prioritizes Local Education
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has announced a five-year suspension of the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) programme, established through diplomatic partnerships, enabled Nigerian students to study in various countries, including China, Russia, Algeria, Hungary, Morocco, Egypt, and Serbia. The minister in a statement at the weekend, explained that the suspension after a comprehensive […]
Tinubu to Meet GENCOs Over N4 Trillion Power Debt
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced a meet between President Bola Tinubu and power generation companies (GENCOs) to discuss a N4 trillion debt. The Minister assured that the government will pay a significant portion of the debt immediately, with the balance settled within six months. The government also plans to implement structural reforms, including […]
Akinyemi Ayinoluwa Named Top Global Music Lawyer by Billboard
Akinyemi Ayinoluwa, an entertainment lawyer and partner at Hightower Solicitors and Advocate, has been recognized by Billboard as one of the world’s most influential music lawyers for 2025. This recognition underscores Ayinoluwa’s outstanding expertise in music law and his relentless advocacy for the rights of record producers and songwriters. According to Billboard’s April edition, Ayinoluwa’s […]
Umahi Halts Shagamu/Iperu Road Work Over Poor Materials
The minister of works, Senator Dave Umahi, has expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of work at the Shagamu/Iperu road of the Lagos-Ibadan-Shagamu interchange axis, covering approximately 12 kilometers of ongoing construction work. Following the assessment, an immediate directive was issued for all construction activities to be halted, whilst also giving the contractor seven days to […]
Son Heung-min Out of Spurs’ Europa League Semi First Leg
Son Heung-min will miss the first leg of Tottenham’s Europa League semifinal against Bodo/Glimt today. Announcing this, the club’s Manager, Ange Postecoglou, said Son is in training but he is still improving and hopefully, will return sooner rather than later. The club’s captain has not featured for Spurs since a 1-1 draw with Frankfurt on […]
Police Resume Digital Tinted Permits, Offer 30-Day Grace
The Nigeria Police Force has granted a 30-day grace period from today May 1, 2025, to all motorists to regularise their tinted glass permits as it reactivates the digital Tinted Glass Permit platform. The Force spokesperson, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, who made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday, also warned that police officers found extorting […]
U.S. Ukraine Finalize Long-Anticipated Resource Agreement
The U.S. has signed a deal with Ukraine on the joint exploitation of its energy and mineral resources, after months of tense negotiations. The two countries have agreed to establish a reconstruction investment fund to spur Ukraine’s economic recovery from its war with Russia. Ukraine’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, in the US signed […]
FG Approves 11 New Private Universities
The Federal Government has issued operational licenses to 11 new private universities in Nigeria, aimed at expanding access to quality tertiary education. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, stated that the approval aligns with the Nigerian Education Sector Renewal Initiative, focusing on priority areas. The National Universities Commission (NUC) will conduct a comprehensive review […]
Akpabio Pledges Pro-Worker Laws, Better Welfare on May Day
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has assured Nigerian workers of labour-friendly legislations as they celebrate May Day. Akpabio in a statement, also commended workers for their productivity, diligence, and resilience despite socio-economic challenges, and promised to prioritize workers’ welfare, security, and conditions of service, guaranteeing their rights and protecting them from victimization. He then vowed to […]
