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Edo State Scraps Use of Dwarf Walls for Waste Disposal, Moves to Regulate Scavengers

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

As part of efforts to promote a cleaner and healthier environment, the Edo State Waste Management Board has announced a ban on the use of dwarf walls in residential buildings as waste bins. This decision was made following a robust stakeholder engagement session held on Thursday in Benin City, which involved Waste Managers, the Edo […]

NYSC Urges Employers to Support Corps Members with Transport Refunds and Accommodation

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has appealed to corps employers to show greater support for corps members by either visiting the orientation camp to pick them up or refunding their transportation costs when they fail to do so. This call was made by the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, during the 2025 […]

UBEC Reaffirms Commitment to Reducing Out-of-School Children Nationwide

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has restated its dedication to tackling the issue of out-of-school children across Nigeria. Speaking at a retreat for senior staff held at the Tahir Guest Palace Hotel in Kano on Thursday, the Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr. Aisha Garba, emphasized the commission’s ongoing efforts to expand access to quality […]

Senate Begins Annual Recess, Committees Directed to Continue Oversight Duties

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Senate has commenced its annual long recess after adjourning plenary sessions until Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during a brief plenary, following the adoption of a motion moved by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele. Despite the break, Akpabio reminded lawmakers that it is not a complete holiday. […]

FG Deepens Nigeria-China Partnership to Boost Industrialisation and Economic Growth

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and China, as part of its broader strategy to accelerate industrialization and economic development in the country. As a key step, the government plans to leverage the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership to attract and nurture mutually beneficial collaborations between Nigerian stakeholders and Chinese […]

Erigothi Blazes a Trail with AfroRage: Redefining Sound from Benin City to the World

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Erigothi (Eric Ochuko Momoh) is a fearless and imaginative artist carving out his own musical identity. Hailing from Benin City, his journey has been marked by standout releases like Stars, Coldest, and Rockstar Never Dies Okay bad habit—each project a testament to his boundary-pushing style. Now, with the creation of AfroRage, Erigothi is introducing a […]

Tinubu Appoints Muhammad Babangida’s Son as Bank of Agriculture Chairman

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Muhammad Babangida, son of former military President Ibrahim Babangida, as the new chairman of the restructured Bank of Agriculture. The appointment was confirmed on Friday, alongside the selection of seven others for key positions. According to a statement released by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and […]

FG Inaugurates State Technical Committees for 2025 National Youth Conference

July 25, 2025July 25, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has officially launched the State Technical Committees (STCs) for the 2025 National Youth Conference—an ambitious nationwide initiative aimed at boosting youth participation in governance, policymaking, and national development. The announcement was made during a virtual inauguration ceremony hosted by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and led by the Minister of Youth […]