The Federal Government has reassured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) that the backlog of their newly approved N77,000 monthly allowance will be paid, despite months of delay. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, made this assurance during an interview, emphasize that the government’s commitment to fulfilling its promise. “The backlog will be paid. It may not be …

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice-Admiral (rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has announced the resignation of the Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, describing the development as unfortunate. Ibas commended Nwaeke for his contributions during his tenure and wished him success in his future endeavors. Dr. Iyingi Brown, Permanent Secretary (Welfare) in the Office of the Head of Service, has …

The Federal Government has assured power generation companies (Gencos) that steps are being taken to offset the N4.7 trillion debt owed to them to prevent a nationwide blackout. Concerns have been raised over the liquidity crisis in the sector, with some Gencos struggling to sustain operations due to unpaid invoices. Gas-fired power plants are particularly affected, as they face difficulties …

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Peter Obi, Bishop Matthew Kukah, and former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal have expressed concerns that democracy is not working in Nigeria, calling for urgent reforms. Speaking at the 60th birthday celebration of former Deputy Speaker Emeka Ihedioha in Abuja, Obasanjo criticized the Western model of democracy, stating that it does not align with Africa’s values. …

MTN Nigeria has announced the commencement of applications for the fourth edition of its Media Innovation Programme (MIP), a six-month fellowship aimed at enhancing the skills of media professionals in the evolving media and technology landscape. In partnership with the School of Media and Communication at Pan-Atlantic University, the programme will begin on May 19, 2025, and includes a study …

As part of its commitment towards food security, the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babjide Sanwo-Olu would be delivering the keynote speech for the 10th edition of agrofood & plastprintpack Nigeria which will commence on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 in Lagos. His presence emphasises the speeks volume of Lagos State’s commitment to industrialisation, trade expansion, food security, and sustainable packaging solutions. …