Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Loughborough University in the United Kingdom is collaborating with the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to boost scholarship opportunities for Nigerian students. The partnership is focused on fields like oil, gas, renewable energy, and
The Felicia & Lawrence Omiunu Environmental Sustainability Grant (FLOESG) is now open to Nigerian individuals and organizations offering creative, scalable solutions to the mounting plastic pollution crisis. With a deadline of June 30, 2025 (11:59 PM WAT), this grant supports initiatives designed to mitigate environmental damage while fostering community engagement and
In a major trade development, China has announced that Nigeria and 52 other African countries will now enjoy full duty-free access to its massive consumer market. This move is expected to boost exports from Africa and reshape trade relations between the continent and China. Chinese President Xi Jinping made the announcement in a letter to […]
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has reaffirmed her dedication to supporting persons living with albinism. In a statement issued in Abuja to mark the 2025 International Albinism Awareness Day, she expressed solidarity with the albino community and called for stronger efforts to end discrimination. The 2025
As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day on June 12, former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, has called on Nigerians to remain hopeful and committed to democratic values, despite the nation’s ongoing challenges. In a statement personally signed and shared with journalists in Warri, Elumelu applauded the resilience of Nigerians who
Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare and education development advocate Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare and education development advocate, has called for major reforms in Nigeria’s education system. He proposes that the minimum qualification to become a teacher should be a master’s degree, with at least a second-class upper division (2:1) in the first degree. Onyia […]
Nigeria has launched a bold plan to train 20 million young people in digital skills by 2030. This effort aims to boost youth employment and prepare the country for growth in the global digital economy. The initiative was announced by the Vice President’s office after a meeting with United Nations officials in Abuja. What the […]
Senator Ned Nwoko Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, has called for the urgent adoption of advanced technology to combat oil theft in Nigeria. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria, he stressed that Nigeria’s reliance on oil revenue demands that its crude oil resources be treated as […]
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to working closely with all 36 states and the private sector to grow Nigeria’s creative economy to $100 billion. Speaking at a dinner […]
Ojude Oba, meaning “The King’s Forecourt,” is a remarkable cultural festival celebrated annually by the Ijebu people of Ogun State. Held two days after Eid-el-Kabir, it gathers indigenes and visitors from around the world to pay homage to the Awujale of Ijebuland, showcasing the richness of Yoruba tradition, fashion, and unity. A Festival Rooted in