Nigeria Boosts Local Weapons Production, Eyes Exports by 2026
Nigeria is increasing local production of weapons and military equipment. The aim is to meet the country’s own security needs and start exporting to other nations by next year. Minister of Defence, Mohammed Abubakar, told a ministerial briefing today in Abuja that 53 companies have signed MoUs with the Ministry of Defence to locally manufacture military hardware. […]
India Hits Back at Pakistan Over Kashmir Attack
Two weeks after a deadly militant attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir, India has launched a series of strikes on sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The Indian defence ministry said the strikes – named “Operation Sindoor” – were part of a “commitment” to hold those responsible for the April 22 attack which left 25 […]
WAEC, NECO to Go Fully CBT by 2026 — FG
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating examination malpractice in Nigeria by transitioning to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for WAEC and NECO by 2026. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, revealed during a televised interview yesterday, that CBT would begin with objective papers in November 2025, with full implementation—covering essay sections—by May/June 2026. He acknowledged […]
UK Launches Visa Centres in Enugu, Port Harcourt
UK has opened Visa Application Centres in Enugu and Port Harcourt, to cater to the increasing demand for UK visas from Nigeria. According to the UK Home Office, the new centres will help complement existing UK Visa Application Centres in Abuja, Ikeja, and Victoria Island, which have been operational since November 2024. It noted that […]
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 […]
T.D. Jakes Hands Over The Potter’s House to Daughter and Son-in-Law
Bishop T.D. Jakes has formally passed leadership of The Potter’s House megachurch in Dallas to his daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, and her husband, Touré Roberts, ushering in a new era for the globally recognized ministry. The announcement, made during a Sunday service and livestreamed to viewers around the world, marked a historic moment for the […]
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 […]
King Sunny Ade Denies Disappearance, Says He’s Alive and Well
Legendary musician, King Sunny Ade, has denied rumors of his disappearance in a press statement. Shared on his official Instagram account, the 78-year old Sunny Ade confirmed he is “alive, healthy, and grateful” to his fans, describing the rumors of dis disappearance as “false and malicious.” The rumors started after his daughter, Damilola Esther Adeniyi-Adegeye, […]
CAC Gives Businesses 6 Weeks to Register or Face Sanctions
The Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, has ordered all businesses operating in Nigeria, to, within six-weeks, comply with the registration requirements of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, CAMA, 2020. In a circular yesterday, CAC noted that after the ultimatum, it would take necessary legal action against erring offenders who fail to comply. It warned that […]
FG ready to pay Outstanding 5 months wage award arrears
The Federal Government has announced plans to commence payment of the outstanding five months’ wage award arrears to workers immediately. Director of Press, Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa, who made this known in a statement, explained that while the Federal Government had earlier disbursed five months’ worth of the wage […]
