Vanguard Newspaper, through its official X handle, has announced that Tony Elumelu, Chairman of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), is rallying global support for young African entrepreneurs as a catalyst for the continent’s transformation.Speaking at the Legacy Builders Palm Beach Conference in Florida, U.S., Elumelu, who also chairs UBA Group Plc and Heirs Holdings, emphasizedContinueContinue reading “Tony Elumelu Calls for Global Backing to Empower Young African Entrepreneurs”
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FG Proposes Overhaul of Education System: 12-Year Basic Education Model to Replace 6-3-3-4 Structure
In a significant policy shift, the Federal Government is advocating a transition from Nigeria’s longstanding 6-3-3-4 education system to a 12-4 model, aiming to enhance learning continuity, global competitiveness, and skill acquisition.The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this revelation, stating that the proposal would be deliberated at the extraordinary National Council on EducationContinueContinue reading “FG Proposes Overhaul of Education System: 12-Year Basic Education Model to Replace 6-3-3-4 Structure”
IGP vs PSC: Tension Mounts Over Police Retirement Directive
A fresh controversy has erupted between the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, and the Police Service Commission (PSC) over the mandatory retirement of officers who have served 35 years or reached the age of 60.The PSC had recently directed all affected officers to proceed on immediate retirement, citing Public Service Rule No. 020908 (iContinueContinue reading “IGP vs PSC: Tension Mounts Over Police Retirement Directive”
Catholic Church Calls for Urgent Safety Reforms After Zamfara School Fire Tragedy
ABUJA — The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has urged the government to enforce stricter safety regulations and improve emergency response systems following a devastating fire at an Islamic school in Kauran Namoda, Zamfara State. The inferno claimed the lives of 17 innocent children and left several others with severe injuries, plunging the nation intoContinueContinue reading “Catholic Church Calls for Urgent Safety Reforms After Zamfara School Fire Tragedy”
Brigadier General Abubakar Aliyu Makes History as Second Nigerian Army General to Parachute from a Moving Plane
In a bold display of courage and leadership, Brigadier General Abubakar Aliyu has etched his name in the annals of Nigerian military history, becoming the second General in the Nigerian Army to execute a parachute jump from a moving aircraft. The feat, which took place at the Nigerian Air Force Base in Kaduna, underscores hisContinueContinue reading “Brigadier General Abubakar Aliyu Makes History as Second Nigerian Army General to Parachute from a Moving Plane”
Singer Portable Declared Wanted as Police Arraign Nine Associates for Assault and Armed Violence in Ogun
Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been declared at large as the Ogun State Police Command arraigned nine of his associates before an Abeokuta Magistrates’ Court on Thursday over allegations of assault, armed violence, and obstruction of government officials.The suspects—Nurudeen Warris (21), Adetola Alashe (25), Samuel Adeleke (28), Oluwaseun Ayenuwa (19), OluwapelumiContinueContinue reading “Singer Portable Declared Wanted as Police Arraign Nine Associates for Assault and Armed Violence in Ogun”
From Politics to the Silver Screen: Ex-Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye Joins Nollywood
Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has embarked on a bold new chapter in her career—venturing into Nigeria’s vibrant film industry, Nollywood.The Nation Newspaper broke the news via its official X handle, revealing that Kennedy-Ohanenye has taken on acting, just months after her removal from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet.Kennedy-Ohanenye, a lawyer, entrepreneur, and politician,ContinueContinue reading “From Politics to the Silver Screen: Ex-Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye Joins Nollywood”
Tragedy on the Greens: Ex-Obasanjo ADC, Major General Jemitola, Slumps and Dies at IBB Golf Club
The Nigerian military community has been thrown into mourning following the sudden passing of Major General Christopher Jemitola, a former Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo. The highly decorated officer reportedly slumped while at the prestigious IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja on Thursday and was rushed to the hospital, where he wasContinueContinue reading “Tragedy on the Greens: Ex-Obasanjo ADC, Major General Jemitola, Slumps and Dies at IBB Golf Club”
Alhaji Abdulrahman Bashiru Haske: A Visionary Leader Poised to Transform Adamawa State come 2027
Adamawa State stands at the precipice of a new political dawn, and among the names resonating with hope, vision, and transformation is Alhaji Abdulrahman Bashiru Haske. An indigene of Ganye Local Government Area, from the revered Ganye Chiefdom, Haske’s candidacy is more than just a political ambition—it is a movement towards progress, empowerment, and economicContinueContinue reading “Alhaji Abdulrahman Bashiru Haske: A Visionary Leader Poised to Transform Adamawa State come 2027”
House of Reps Push for Death Penalty on Fake Drug Producers, Demand Tougher Regulations
In a bold move to curb the deadly menace of counterfeit drugs in Nigeria, the House of Representatives has called for the death penalty for individuals involved in the production and distribution of fake and adulterated medicines.The lawmakers urged the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, to propose amendments toContinueContinue reading “House of Reps Push for Death Penalty on Fake Drug Producers, Demand Tougher Regulations”
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