Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Nigeria to boost internet access, rolls out $2bn fibre network Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani Nigeria to boost internet access, rolls out $2bn fibre network The Presidency on Monday said Nigeria’s Communications and Digital Economy sector attracted $191m in foreign direct investment in Q1 2024—a ninefold increase from $22m in Q1 2023. The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, disclosed this during an interview for an upcoming State House documentary marking President Tinubu’s second anniversary. Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the President, Bayo Onanuga, revealed in a statement he signed Monday…

NELFUND starts April upkeep disbursement to eligible students NELFUND NELFUND starts April upkeep disbursement to eligible students The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has commenced the disbursement of April 2025 upkeep payments to eligible student beneficiaries across the country. This is according to a statement by the fund’s Director of Corporate Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, on Monday. “While most payments have been successfully processed, a small number of beneficiaries may experience a delay due to the recent upgrade on our payment and application processing system. This system upgrade is expected to enhance security and support the timely disbursement of upkeep allowances in…

Kano Gov. Yusuf Swears in New Commissioner for Internal Security Kano Gov. Yusuf Swears in New Commissioner for Internal Security The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, today presided over the swearing-in of Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Ibrahim Umaru (rtd) as the new Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the start of the 28th Kano State Executive Council meeting held at Kwankwasiyya City. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mustapha Muhammad, on Monday, 19th May, 2025. In a brief remark, Governor Yusuf…

WIPM Affirms Itsekiri Majority In Warri Federal Constituency, Cites BVAS Data WIPM Affirms Itsekiri Majority In Warri Federal Constituency, Cites BVAS Data The Warri Indigenous People’s Movement (WIPM) has stated that data from the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) during the last general elections supports the claim that the Itsekiri ethnic group constitutes the majority in Warri Federal Constituency. This declaration was made by WIPM’s General Secretary, Comrade Monoyo Edon, during a rally on Monday, May 19, in Warri, Delta State. The rally spanned major roads and streets across the city. Reacting to statements by Ijaw and Urhobo stakeholders, Edon…

Clem Ohameze shows up again Clem Ohameze Clem Ohameze shows up again Nollywood Veteran Clem Ohameze has decided to make a public appearance after years of silence. He has made this appearance on TikTok on Monday to the amazement of his fans and well-wishers. The Veteran is famous for his roles in more than 500 Nollywood movies since his debut in 1995. The actor, however, has been away from the limelight since suffering from a medical condition. Ohameze had spinal cord surgery in 2022 after being a victim of an accident and was seen with a neck brace on the…

NSF: As FCT shines, defeats Borno by 4-1 in Male Football FCT shines, defeats Borno by 4-1 In Male Football The Federal Capital Territory, FCT’s male football team at the ongoing 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF) has opened its campaign with a resounding victory against Borno State. They – FCT team beat their opponents 4-1 in the game played om Monday morning at the training pitch of Remo Stars in Ikenne, Ogun State. Forward Paul Joseph was the cynosure of spectators as he recorded the first hat-trick of the games. Paul scored the three goals in the first half to…

18 programmes get full accreditation in EKSU – NUC 18 programmes get full accreditation in EKSU – NUC * Says a dream come true,” EKSU Vice Chancellor The National Universities Commission has granted full accreditation status to 18 academic programmes at Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, marking what the institution described as a major leap in its academic advancement. This followed the accreditation exercise conducted by the NUC in October and November 2024. The Head of EKSU’s Directorate of Information, Bode Olofinmuagun, in a statement released on Monday, said the approval was communicated in a letter dated April 30, 2025,…

NAFDAC reiterates deadline for sachet alcohol NAFDAC reiterates deadline for sachet alcohol The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has made its position clear regarding the nationwide ban on sachet alcohol. Mr Kenneth Azikiwe, Director of the FCT Directorate of the agency, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Monday that the temporary lifting of the ban was only valid until Dec. 31, 2025. He emphasised that the recent ministerial lifting of the ban was not permanent and urged the public to disregard misinformation suggesting that the government had permanently lifted the restriction.…

NNPCL refineries petrol, short of expectation in supply – DAPPMAN Fuel pump NNPCL refineries petrol, short of expectation in supply – DAPPMAN The Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria has said that its members can only buy Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, as the refineries owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited cannot optimally produce premium motor spirit but naphtha. DAPPMAN’s Executive Secretary, Olufemi Adewole, confirmed this in a chat with our correspondent on Sunday. According to him, DAPPMAN members are ready to lift petroleum products from the Dangote refinery as the only…

China to establish electric vehicle factories in Nigeria China-Made electric vehicle. Photo Credit: Google China to establish electric vehicle factories in Nigeria • Nigeria has been in pivotal position in China’s foreign policy. The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has harped on the imperative of enhanced collaboration between China and Nigeria in unlocking the potential of Nigeria’s Solid Minerals sector through the establishment of electric vehicle factories in Nigeria. Dunhai disclosed this while paying a courtesy visit to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, in his office, where he emphasised the importance of closer ties between…