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The Nigerian House of Representatives has announced plans to increase funding for key national institutions, including the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), and the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), in the proposed 2025 budget.The update was shared via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, signaling the government’s commitment toContinueContinue reading “House of Reps to Boost Funding for NIMC, NYSC, NDA, and Others in 2025 Budget”

In a significant move towards advancing environmental education and sustainability in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed a bill into law establishing the Federal University of Environmental Technology, Ogoni.The announcement was made by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, highlighting the administration’s commitment to fostering scientific research, technologicalContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Signs Bill Establishing Federal University of Environmental Technology in Ogoni”

Vanguard Newspaper has revealed a shocking diplomatic embarrassment as former Nigerian Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Muhammadu Buhari testified before an arbitration panel in Paris over the controversial $6 billion Mambilla Power Project contract dispute. The legal battle, which could cost Nigeria a staggering $2.3 billion (₦3.68 trillion) in contingent liabilities, exposes years of administrative missteps,ContinueContinue reading “$6 Billion Mambilla Power Fiasco: How Obasanjo and Buhari Embarrassed Nigeria in Paris Arbitration”

In a move that is set to spark nationwide reactions, the Federal Government has announced that plans are underway to increase electricity tariffs across the country in the coming months. The revelation was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sending shockwaves through households and businesses already grappling with the high cost ofContinueContinue reading “Shockwave for Nigerians: FG Confirms Plans to Hike Electricity Tariffs in Coming Months”

In a major push towards sustainable energy access, the Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has unveiled the deployment of 23 new mini-grids across the country. The initiative, executed through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), is part of the Africa Mini-Grids ProgrammeContinueContinue reading “Powering Progress: FG, GEF, and UNDP Launch 23 Mini-Grids to Boost Rural Electrification”

In a heartfelt gesture of gratitude and support, Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has donated N30 million to the family of Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Ebisingha Alari, a gallant officer who paid the ultimate price in the battle against Boko Haram insurgents in the Timbuktu Triangle.The donation was personally presented to Lt. Col. Alari’s widowContinueContinue reading “Governor Zulum Donates N30m to Family of Slain Army Officer, Pledges Continued Support for Fallen Heroes”

The Kehinde Oshilaja Foundation for People Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) has raised alarm over the worsening plight of Nigerians with disabilities, accusing the government of neglect and failing to deliver on promises of inclusion and support.In a strongly worded petition addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the foundation painted a grim picture of the dailyContinueContinue reading “PLWDs Group Petitions Tinubu Over Hardship, Neglect, And Hollow Promises”

In a move that has sparked nationwide debate, the Kano State Government has earmarked a staggering N2.5 billion to conduct quarterly mass weddings across the state’s 44 local government areas in 2025. This announcement, made through the state’s official handle on X (formerly Twitter), has set social media abuzz, with Nigerians offering mixed reactions onContinueContinue reading “Kano Government Allocates N2.5 Billion for Mass Weddings in 2025: A Bold Social Intervention or Misplaced Priority?”

In an inspiring display of humility and selflessness, Mr. Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has declined the suggestion to name a magnificent hall at Shanahan College of Nursing Sciences in Nsukka after him, following a generous donation of N20 million to support the institution’s ongoing infrastructuralContinueContinue reading “Peter Obi Declines Honor, Stresses True Philanthropy After N20m Donation to Shanahan College of Nursing Sciences”

In a decisive regulatory move, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has revoked the Air Operator Certificates (AOC) of Eastwind Aviation and Omni-Blu Air, effectively grounding their operations.The announcement was made by Nigerian Stories via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, stating that the revocation takes immediate effect.While details surrounding the action remain undisclosed, industryContinueContinue reading “NCAA Revokes Eastwind Aviation and Omni-Blu Air’s Operating Licenses Amid Compliance Crackdown”