The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that all eligible Nigerian students can access its interest-free loan program without needing influential connections or “godfathers.” Dr. Fred Femi Akinfala, Executive Director of Finance and Administration at NELFUND,
Two students from Oriwu Junior Model College, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Abdulramon Lemboye and Oyindamola Agbede, won the Lagos State Junior Secondary School Quiz Competition organized by the Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation. They received N1 million, two laptops, and two plots of land from AK Model Homes and Properties for their academic excellence. The achievement was […]
The Federal Government has announced that Wednesday, June 12, will be a public holiday to celebrate Democracy Day. The announcement, made by the Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo through a statement by Permanent Secretary Dr. Aishetu Ndayako, congratulates Nigerians and urges reflection on the efforts of the nation’s founding fathers. Tunji-Ojo emphasized the
Child labor is a major issue in Nigeria, affecting children aged 5-17 across different geopolitical zones. The Northwest and Northeast have the highest percentages of child laborers, while the SouthSouth has the least. Child labor prevents children from getting an education and harms their health. To combat this issue, we need to raise awareness, support […]
Kanayo O. Kanayo, a popular Nigerian actor, advises young girls to avoid traveling long distances to meet strangers from the internet for sex. He encourages them to use their time productively online, like other women who run successful businesses on social media. Kanayo emphasizes the importance of working hard and finding pride in honest labor. […]
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, awarded N10 million to Olaniyi Olawale, LASU’s best graduate with a CGPA of 4.98 in Accounting Education, at the university’s 27th convocation ceremony. The announcement was made by Jubril Gawat, the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, recognizing Olawale’s outstanding academic achievement.
The Federal Government and labor unions postponed their minimum wage talks until today, awaiting a salary template from Finance Minister Wale Edun. President Tinubu directed Edun to present cost implications for a new minimum wage within 48 hours. Following a two-day nationwide strike, both parties aim to finalize a new, sustainable wage quickly, with collaboration […]
Olori Atuwatse III, the wife of the Olu of Warri, is spearheading a campaign to introduce farming into the curriculum of secondary schools in Nigeria. Through the ‘Love Garden’ initiative, launched at Dom Domingos College in Delta State, she aims to inspire youths to embrace farming as a sustainable way to support themselves and their […]
Exciting news for Nigeria! The Federal Government is set to roll out 5,000 CNG-powered tricycles in the next three months as part of its commitment to promoting cleaner energy and affordable transportation. This initiative will create thousands of jobs, boost the economy, and reduce transportation costs for Nigerians. Read on to learn more about the […]
Access Bank, in collaboration with the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, has launched a transformative project to raise $300 million for major government initiatives across Africa. Announced at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, this 20-year commitment aims to enhance Africa’s role in global affairs by supporting transformative reforms, particularly in digital public