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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his successful re-election as the 47th President of the United States. This commendation reflects the Nigerian leader’s commitment to maintaining a robust diplomatic relationship with the United States, as well as Nigeria’s interest in forging stronger ties with the…

General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, the current Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, has been confirmed dead, leaving a profound impact on the nation and its military. His passing marks a significant loss for the Nigerian Armed Forces and the country, as he was known for his strategic prowess and dedication to military excellence. Serving as…

Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has eliminated the 18-year age requirement for admission into higher education institutions nationwide. This landmark decision is anticipated to provide increased educational opportunities for younger students who meet the academic criteria but were previously hindered by age restrictions. The minister’s reform is part of a broader…

In a major victory for Nigeria’s counter-insurgency efforts, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced yesterday that Nigerian army troops successfully captured one of the nation’s most notorious terrorists, Abubakar Bawa Ibrahim, widely known as Habu Dogo. Known for his role in widespread violence, including killings and kidnappings in Sokoto State, Dogo has long been a target…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike addressed the apparent unwillingness of Nigerian youths to take up taxi driving jobs domestically at an empowerment event in Abuja. Nyesom Wike expressed disappointment that while many young Nigerians decline taxi-driving opportunities in Nigeria, they readily engage in similar work abroad. He pointed out that these youths are more inclined to…

The Nigeria Governors Forum have voiced their opposition to any new fuel imports by private marketers, arguing that such imports would undermine the potential of the recently inaugurated Dangote Refinery. The governors believe that relying on foreign fuel imports not only weakens national economic autonomy but also contradicts efforts to achieve self-sufficiency in refined petroleum…