32 m. ago “We Made You Governor” – Abure Fires Back At Otti’s Claim Over Control Of LP

Labour Party National Chairman, Julius Abure, on Friday responded to Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, accusing him of betrayal and misrepresenting the party’s leadership. Speaking to newsmen after an emergency National Executive Council meeting in Abuja, Abure reminded Otti that his rise to power was only possible because of the Labour Party’s support and sacrifices. […] The post “We Made You Governor” – Abure Fires Back At Otti’s Claim Over Control Of LP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago FG empowers Colleges of Education to award NCE, bachelor’s degrees

The federal government has empowered Federal Colleges of Education to concurrently award the Nigeria Certificate in Education and Bachelor’s Degrees read more FG empowers Colleges of Education to award NCE, bachelor’s degrees

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6 h. ago FG To Approve Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education

In a major step toward reforming teacher education in Nigeria, the Federal Government has commenced the implementation of the Dual Mandate Policy in all Federal Colleges of Education (FCOEs). This development comes after the enactment of the Federal Colleges of Education Act, 2023, which was signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The law […] The post FG To Approve Bachelor’s Degrees For Federal Colleges Of Education appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Tinubu Support Group calls for patience as government pushes economic reforms

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja As the federal government continues to implement tough economic reforms, Nigerians have been urged to remain patient and hopeful that the policies will yield long-term benefits. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Director General of the Door to Door Movement for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dr. Blessing Agbomhere, said the […] The post Tinubu Support Group calls for patience as government pushes economic reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Arewa youths faults call for emergency rule in Zamfara state

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Arewa Youth Vanguard (AYV) in a statement released by its coordinator ,lawal Dantala Mani, has condemned the call for emergency rule in Zamfara state. According to the statement,the recent improvements in security across many parts of Northern Nigeria, including the Kaduna-Abuja highway, where citizens can now travel without the paralyzing […] The post Arewa youths faults call for emergency rule in Zamfara state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Be Patient With Govt, Tinubu Support Group Appeals To Nigerians

The Door-to-door Movement for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a support group committed to ensuring the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027, has vowed to assist relevant authorities in showcasing the current administration’s developmental strides. It urges Nigerians to be patient with the government as it strives to navigate the country out of the murky […]

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13 h. ago NLC Seeks Implementation Of N32,000 Minimum Pension For Bauchi Retirees

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has appealed for the implementation of a N32,000 minimum pension scheme for the retired workers in Bauchi State to support their welfare after rendering meritorious service to the state. LEADERSHIP Friday reports that about two years ago, the federal government approved N32,000 as the minimum pension for retired workers in […]

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14 h. ago Federal Varsity Lokoja Fully Compliant On NELFUND Loan Disbursement – Management

The management of the Federal University of Lokoja (FUL) said it has fully complied with the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) policies regarding the disbursement of N188,002,500 in education loans to 1,631 students of the institution. According to Daniel Ikechukwu Nwankwo, the institution’s public relations officer (PRO), the management took this opportunity to clarify all […]

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17 h. ago Gamified learning – The next frontier in education technology

I remember my first encounter with a Nintendo Game Boy like it was yesterday. It was the early ’90s in read more Gamified learning – The next frontier in education technology

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22 h. ago NELFund: Education Minister Breaks Silence On Alleged Student Loan Deductions

The Federal Ministry of Education is investigating reports of unauthorized deductions from student loans by some Nigerian universities under the NELFund scheme. This follows a report by The Guardian and an ongoing ICPC probe. An emergency meeting with affected vice chancellors and the NELFund MD has been scheduled for May 6, 2025. The statement, released […] The post NELFund: Education Minister Breaks Silence On Alleged Student Loan Deductions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Federal Gov’t Summons Indicted VCs, NELFUND Over Alleged Student Loan Fraud

The Federal Government has summoned Vice Chancellors of affected universities and the Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to an emergency meeting scheduled for May 6, 2025, following disturbing allegations of unauthorised deductions from student loans. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, described the situation as extremely concerning, vowing that […]

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22 h. ago Legacy Conscious Parenting To Revolutionise How Families Approach Child Upbringing

The Founder of Legacy Conscious Parenting, Loretta Itamah, has said the brand was launched to revolutionise how families approach child upbringing in today’s increasingly complex world. Speaking at the official launch of Legacy Conscious Parenting in Abuja, Itamah said: “At Legacy Conscious Parenting, we blend emotional intelligence principles with practical parenting strategies, which has earned […]

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24 h. ago ICPC clarifies student loan probe, admits error in press release

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has issued a clarification on its investigation into the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) student loan scheme, admitting an error in a prior press release that misled the public. In a statement on Thursday, May 1, 2025, ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare […] The post ICPC clarifies student loan probe, admits error in press release appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago ICPC probes N71.2bn discrepancy in NELFUND student loan disbursements

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched a comprehensive investigation into discrepancies in the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) student loan disbursements. ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare made the announcement in a statement on Thursday. The probe follows reports implicating 51 tertiary institutions in unauthorised deductions of […] The post ICPC probes N71.2bn discrepancy in NELFUND student loan disbursements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Oyebanji pledges to restore Ekiti workers’ dignity at Workers’ Day 2025

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing workers’ dignity and providing a conducive civic space during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, May 1, themed “Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship”. He emphasised, “This administration has endeavoured to fulfil its critical […] The post Oyebanji pledges to restore Ekiti workers’ dignity at Workers’ Day 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Workers’ Day: Cross River Gov’t Won’t Shortchange Its Workforce, Gov Otu Pledges

Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu has assured that workers in the state will not be shortchanged, while promising his administration’s commitment to bringing succor to the state workforce. Governor Otu made the pledge while addressing workers at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar, the state capital, during the 2025 Workers’ Day celebration on […]

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30 h. ago Workers’ Day: Kebbi governor promises more for workers’ welfare

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr Nasir Idris has pledged to further enhance workers’ welfare in the state. Speaking at the Workers’ Day celebration on Thursday, May 1, at Haliru Abdul Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, Idris noted his administration’s achievements, including implementing the ₦75,000 minimum wage, clearing pension and gratuity arrears, and […] The post Workers’ Day: Kebbi governor promises more for workers’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Tinubu to workers: You’re engine of Nigerian economy, key to growth

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to prioritising the welfare of Nigerian workers on Workers’ Day, Thursday, May 1, 2025. In a message posted on his official X account @officialABAT, the president described workers as the “engine of our economy and the secret to our nation’s growth”, pledging sustained collaboration […] The post Tinubu to workers: You’re engine of Nigerian economy, key to growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago ICPC Probes NELFUND Over N71.2bn Discrepancy In Student Loan Disbursement

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched investigations into alleged discrepancies surrounding the disbursement of student loans by the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). This was disclosed in a statement by the commission on Thursday, stating that the Chief Executive Officer of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, officials of the Central Bank […]

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31 h. ago UNICEF, ECW earmark $50m to support education across insurgency

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), on Wednesday, said it would be supporting the North-East States of Borno, Adamawa and read more UNICEF, ECW earmark $50m to support education across insurgency-affected states

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