Starting May 24, Nigerian students can apply for interest-free loans via a newly launched government portal, supporting both academic and vocational pursuits.
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Samson Ajao has set a new Guinness World Record by reading aloud for 215 hours, inspiring a community-wide celebration in Osogbo.
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Minister of Women Affairs sues to stop Niger Speaker’s plan, prioritizing education and rights of 100 girls over mass wedding.
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Labor unions NLC and TUC have initiated a nationwide shutdown of DisCos offices, protesting against recent electricity tariff hikes amid economic challenges.
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Aliko Dangote, with a $14.3 billion fortune, ranks as the world’s sixth richest manufacturer, underscoring his significant impact on the global economic landscape.
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The EFCC has directed foreign missions in Nigeria to exclusively use the Nigerian naira for all transactions, aiming to strengthen the currency and reduce dollar dependency.
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In response to public outcry, the House of Representatives directs the Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend the controversial 0.5% levy on electronic transactions.
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Peter Obi slams the new Cyber-Security Levy as an unreasonable financial burden on Nigerians, exacerbating the economic challenges under President Tinubu’s administration.
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Nigeria’s government dismisses Binance CEO’s bribery allegations, vowing to prove its case with solid evidence and uphold justice.
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Following the Naira’s improvement, NERC has lowered electricity tariffs for Band A customers, promising reduced bills and consistent power supply.
