The Federal Government has directed all tertiary institutions in Nigeria to submit detailed reports of unutilised TETFund allocations within the next 30 days or risk losing the funds. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, issued the directive in Abuja during a meeting with heads of institutions, warning that government resources meant for infrastructure development must not remain idle. Alausa said the ministry was concerned that billions of naira allocated through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund had yet to be used due to bureaucratic delays. He added that unused funds may be redirected to other national priority projects if institutions fail…
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Former Abia State Governor and Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, has declared himself the most influential politician from the South-East, insisting that Labour Party’s Peter Obi is not his leader. Kalu, who represents Abia North Senatorial District, made the statement while speaking on Channels Television. He maintained that his loyalty lies solely with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and not with the Labour Party or Peter Obi. “Let me be honest with you, I’m a member of the APC and I don’t want to discuss Peter Obi for any reason,” Kalu said. “Ask me about the leader of my…
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation, AHF Nigeria, has raised alarm over the increasing number of new HIV infections among young women globally, revealing that about 4000 girls and women aged between 15 and 24 become newly infected with HIV every week. According to the organisation, over 3300 of those new infections occur in sub Saharan Africa alone. AHF Nigeria made the disclosure ahead of the 2025 International Day of the Girl, calling on governments and stakeholders to strengthen their investments in HIV and sexually transmitted infection prevention, testing and treatment. The group also urged policymakers to focus on initiatives that promote…
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has accused the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of attempting to unlawfully interfere in its leadership structure. The youth body described the alleged plan to withdraw its certificate of incorporation and impose an interim management team as illegal and unacceptable. NYCN President, Ambassador Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, said the current leadership of the council remains valid and legally recognized by a Federal High Court judgment. He explained that the court ruling, delivered in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/1553/2022, affirmed his leadership and upheld the authenticity of the council’s certificate of…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has cautioned against any attempt to sabotage private refineries in the country, warning that it would lead to a nationwide protest by students. The body said it would not hesitate to take to the streets if the government or any group continued to frustrate the operations of locally owned refineries. NANS President, Comrade Olushola Oladoja, who made the statement during simultaneous rallies held in Abuja, Lagos, and Asaba, said the student body would occupy federal highways across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory if corrective measures were not implemented. “This is…
Former Abia State Governor and Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has asserted that he remains the most important political figure from the South East region, insisting that Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is not his leader. Kalu stated this while addressing journalists on Wednesday, emphasizing that his political influence in the region cannot be compared to anyone else’s. According to Kalu, he has played a major role in shaping national politics for decades and remains a key player in Nigeria’s political landscape. He said, “He is not my leader. I am the most important politician from the…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to unveil his preferred nominee for the position of Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) before the National Council of State today at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The presentation comes just weeks before the expiration of Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s tenure as INEC Chairman, which officially ends next month. Professor Yakubu, who has led the electoral body through two general elections since 2015, handed over the affairs of the commission to the most senior National Commissioner, Dame May Agbamuche Mbu, on October 7, 2025, in an acting capacity. Presidency insiders revealed that arrangements…
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows users to create unique usernames, potentially changing the way people connect on the platform. This update aims to provide an additional layer of privacy and security for users. According to WhatsApp, the feature is designed to give users more control over their online presence. The new feature allows users to create usernames that can be used to connect with others, reducing the need to share phone numbers. “This feature is all about giving users more control over their experience on WhatsApp,” the company said. Usernames must contain at least one letter, can…
Dangote refinery is an ambitious project it shouldn’t be undermined. A group of prominent Nigerians has thrown their weight behind the refinery, warning labour unions, particularly the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), against actions that could undermine the facility. The group condemned recent disruptions and threats of industrial action targeting the refinery as detrimental to Nigeria’s energy security and investment climate. “The right to organise cannot become a licence to hold the economy hostage,” the statement reads. “Productive enterprises that lower costs and create jobs must be safeguarded.” The leaders lamented decades of neglect of…
Senator Kelvin Chukwu, representing Enugu East Senatorial District, has defected from the Labour Party to the All Progressives Congress. The defection was announced during Wednesday’s plenary session in the Senate by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who welcomed Chukwu to the APC fold. Chukwu cited internal wrangling, lack of cohesion, and direction within the Labour Party as reasons for his departure. In his letter to the Senate leadership, he stated that the party’s internal democracy had collapsed, and it was in disarray. “I am leaving the Labour Party because internal democracy has completely collapsed, and the party is in disarray,” Chukwu…
The Police Service Commission has clarified a recent court judgment regarding 190 police officers, stating that there’s no order for their reinstatement. The Commission’s stance follows media reports suggesting that the National Industrial Court of Nigeria had ordered the immediate reinstatement of the officers from Cadet ASP Force Courses 18, 19, and 20, who were dismissed over alleged age falsification. According to the PSC, the court’s judgment delivered on September 30, 2025, merely reaffirmed earlier court rulings and didn’t specifically direct the reinstatement of the officers. The Commission emphasized that it’s a responsible organization guided by the rule of law…
The World Health Organization has sounded the alarm on the escalating vision crisis in Africa, where approximately 26.3 million people suffer from visual impairment, and 5.9 million are estimated to be blind. The continent faces significant challenges in addressing eye health, with major conditions including cataracts, uncorrected refractive errors, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, trachoma, and onchocerciasis. These conditions can lead to severe vision loss and blindness if left untreated or poorly managed. According to the WHO, up to 80% of blindness is preventable and treatable with cost-effective interventions. However, millions of people in Africa lack access to essential…