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The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating open defecation in Nigeria, despite the country still grappling with widespread unsanitary practices. Over 48 million Nigerians currently practice open defecation, the highest figure in Sub-Saharan Africa. In its effort to tackle this crisis, the government has been […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to sell $20,000 to each eligible Bureau De Change (BDC) operator across the country at the rate of N1,590 per dollar. This intervention, aimed at providing liquidity to the foreign exchange market, comes as the naira continues to face depreciation pressures. In a statement signed by […]
Over the past year, Khalil Halilu has led initiatives that are changing Nigeria’s technological landscape. Appointed by President Bola Tinubu on September 4, 2023, Halilu took on a critical role in improving the agency’s work in providing essential products for machine and equipment design, fabrication, and mass production. Facing challenges like underutilized research and development […]
Investing platform Risevest has announced the shutdown of its virtual card service, effective from September 30, 2024. The company notified users via email, explaining that the decision was due to ongoing issues with card providers, fluctuating exchange rates, and delays in resolving service-related problems. In the email, Risevest assured users that any remaining funds on […]
The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has reiterated her commitment to addressing the challenges facing the National Industrial Safety Council of Nigeria (NISCN). This pledge was made on Monday when a delegation from the Council, led by its Secretary, Mr. Ndubuisi Nwachukwu Job, visited her office to discuss issues concerning the […]
Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua may have suffered a fifth-round knockout defeat against fellow Brit Daniel Dubois, but he still walked away with a significantly larger paycheck. According to Sporty Salaries via GB News, Joshua earned a guaranteed £6 million just for showing up to the IBF heavyweight bout at Wembley on Saturday. His […]
Heineken Lokpobiri, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, is leading efforts to revitalize Nigeria’s energy sector by focusing on strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. Understanding the significant challenges in the oil and gas industry, Lokpobiri is committed to increasing production levels and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders. His recent meeting with the Nigerian Institution […]
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Federal Government to engage with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and address their demands to prevent another disruptive strike. The call follows ASUU’s recent 14-day ultimatum issued over unresolved issues, including unpaid salaries and renegotiations of agreements. Speaking to reporters in Abuja, […]
In a move to align with the newly enacted National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, the Federal Government has approved an increase in corps members’ monthly allowance to N77,000, effective from July 2024. This significant pay rise follows the recent signing of the new minimum wage bill by President Bola Tinubu, which stipulates N70,000 as […]
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has proposed amendments to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act and introduced a new bill aimed at taxing foreigners living and working in Nigeria. The amendments will require all expatriates and immigrants earning income in Nigeria to obtain a National Identification Number (NIN) and become part of the country’s […]
