Daring Midnight Raid in Abuja: Troops Storm Kidnappers’ Hideout, Rescue 19 Victims in Bwari
Residents of Nigeria’s capital breathed a sigh of relief after troops of the 7 Guards Battalion of the Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, successfully rescued 19 kidnapped victims during a daring security operation in Gidan Dogo, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The rescue mission, carried out in collaboration with personnel of the […]
Edo Govt Backs Youth Development as Command Children School Hosts Thrilling Inter-House Sports in Benin
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to youth development through sports, describing athletics and physical education as vital tools for building discipline, resilience, and teamwork among young Nigerians. This assurance was given by the Edo State Commissioner for Youth Affairs, Hon. Charity Amayaenvbo, during the 16th Annual Inter-House Sports Competition of Command Children […]
FG places 6-year ban on new universities, polytechnics, colleges of education
The Federal Government has announced a six-year suspension on the establishment of new tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The decision was approved during a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, explained that the move is intended to strengthen the […]
Presidency Throws Weight Behind Campaign Against Social Vices in Schools
Gbajabiamila expressed confidence in the committee’s integrity and capacity, noting that rising social vices among youths constitute a growing national concern.
JAMB Targets N23.8bn Revenue for 2026, Expands UTME Centres to 1,000
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to generate N23.8 billion in internally generated revenue (IGR) for the 2026 fiscal year, representing a N4 billion increase from its 2025 projection. The projection was presented to the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund as part of the agency’s proposed 2026 budget. Delivering […]