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 President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for public universities currently under the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) to exit the payment platform. The Minister of Education, Prof. Mamman Tahir, revealed this development shortly after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Tinubu.Providing further...

 Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly stated his willingness to testify on behalf of Nigeria in the $2.3 billion disputed Mambilla power contract involving former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye. The disagreement has led to a legal battle at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris, France, where Sunrise Power and Nigeria...

 Olu Falae, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Minister of Finance, has called on the federal government to address the issue of Nigerian refineries by repairing them and subsequently selling the facilities to capable operators. Falae emphasized the importance of crude oil, the nation's natural resource, suggesting that it should be...

 The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) revealed on Thursday that two more of the kidnapped female prospective corps members have been released, making a total of four out of the eight individuals taken hostage, including their bus driver, back in August.The two women were abducted by gunmen in Zamfara while en route from Akwa Ibom to the orientation camp...

 Protesters surged onto the premises of the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday, responding to the Sunday bombing of a village in Kaduna State. Occupying the entrance gate for over two hours, the demonstrators called for justice for the victims and issued a challenge to the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, urging him to fulfill his responsibilities...

 The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has sounded an alarm regarding the widespread resignation of lecturers from Nigerian universities, causing a significant shortage of staff in various departments and units. The union attributes this exodus to factors such as poor and delayed salaries, unpaid allowances, inadequate infrastructure, lack of...

 In response to the recent miscalculated airstrike in Ligarma village of Kaduna State, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) expressed regret for the unintended harm caused to innocent civilians. Major General Edward Buba, the director of defence information, acknowledged the unfortunate incident and clarified that terrorists often adopt the strategy of blending...

 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, northern governors, and other prominent Nigerians are urging a thorough investigation into the drone attack on a Kaduna village on Sunday. Tinubu, expressing condolences and grief over the tragic incident, has ordered an immediate inquiry, emphasizing the need for calm while authorities investigate the mishap. The National...

 The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued a circular titled 'Prohibition of Usage Of Ghana Must Go', announcing a ban on the use of 'Ghana Must Go' travel sacks by passengers at all of the country's airports. The ban specifically applies to passengers traveling through the nation's international airports. The circular, dated November...

 Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz oversaw the signing of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) agreement between their nations in Dubai during the United Nations Climate Conference (COP28). The agreement aims to add 12,000 megawatts of electricity to Nigeria's national grid. The Managing Director of the Federal Government...

 Afrobeats sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has received the prestigious 'Outstanding Georgia Citizen' badge in the United States. The OBO crooner shared the news via his X account on Friday, expressing gratitude for the recognition during a U.S state of Georgia General assembly meeting with the Georgia House of Representatives and Georgia...

 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, and other prominent figures are slated to participate in this year’s National Day of Solemn Prayer. The event, set for Friday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja, aims to foster unity and common understanding among Nigerians, as announced by Bishop Stephen...

 The Supreme Court has ruled that both the old and redesigned Naira banknotes will continue to be valid legal tender in Nigeria beyond December 31. The court, led by Justice Inyang Okoro, issued this order, stating that the banknotes should stay in circulation until the Federal Government, after due consultation with relevant stakeholders, decides on the...

The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) has advised Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) staff to stay informed about anti-graft laws to avoid legal violations. Mrs. Ekere Usiere, ICPC Zonal Commissioner for Rivers and Bayelsa states, emphasized the importance of understanding relevant statutes during a Sensitization Exercise organized by NDDC...

 The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Sam Ogbuku, revealed that the Federal Government owes the commission a substantial sum exceeding N2 trillion. Ogbuku disclosed this during his appearance before the House of Representatives Committee on NDDC, led by Ibori-Suenu Erhiatake. He clarified that this amount represents the...

 In a successful joint operation, troops from the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with local vigilantes, managed to rescue six hostages who had been abducted by bandits in the dense forest of Shanga Local Government Area in Kebbi. The operation, conducted by the troops of 1 Battalion stationed at Dukku Barracks in Birnin Kebbi, alongside vigilant community...

 The Commissioner for Women Affairs in Cross River, Mrs. Edema Irom, revealed that the state recorded 586 cases of gender-based violence between January and October. Speaking at a news conference to launch 16 days of activism against GBV, she clarified that the reported figure represents officially documented cases. Irom mentioned the ministry's efforts...

 Okechukwu Ofili, the CEO of OkadaBooks, delivered the unfortunate news of the platform's closure through a statement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on November 20, 2023. The decision, attributed to challenging macroeconomic conditions, was described as difficult after exploring various options to overcome the hurdles.Expressing gratitude...

 The Chief Judge of Ogun State, Mosunmola Dipeolu, has expressed concern over the increasing prevalence of touts and fraudsters posing as bondsmen, submitting counterfeit documents to stand sureties for defendants in the state. This deceptive practice has led to a perversion of justice, with many defendants exploiting fake bonds to escape arrest and evade...

 Burna Boy has secured the top spot on the Billboard Year-End U.S. Afrobeats Artists Chart, reaffirming his global influence. The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer's accomplishment is notable, with Rema following closely in the second position. The chart also features talented artists like Tems, Libianca, and Wizkid in the third, fourth, and fifth spots, respectively.The...