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NELFUND Highlights Gender Disparity: 4 Male Applicants for Every Female in Education Loans
Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) Urges Female Students to Access Zero-Interest Loans Amidst Gender Disparity
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has revealed that male students are applying for the Federal Government’s zero-interest education loans at a striking … Continue Reading
Prophet Odumeje declares presidential ambition For 2027
Prophet Odumeje Announces Presidential Ambition for 2027, Advocates for Youthful Leadership
Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje, a cleric based in Anambra, has revealed his intention to run for the presidency of Nigeria in the 2027 elections. … Continue Reading
Federal Civil Service Commission Sets New application deadline
Deadline for Federal Civil Service Commission Applications Extended to March 17
The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) has announced an extension for the submission of job applications for various vacancies within the Federal Civil Service. The new deadline is now … Continue Reading
Former BBN Star Nengi announces birth of baby girl
Nengi Welcomes Baby Girl, Describes Her as ‘The Purest Form of Love’
Former Big Brother Naija contestant Nengi recently announced the arrival of her baby girl, born on February 21. The reality star shared this joyous news on her official … Continue Reading
Gunmen Assassinate Miyetti Allah Chairman Of Kwara State
Investigation Launched Following Assassination of Miyetti Allah Chairman in Kwara State
The Kwara State Police Command has initiated an inquiry into the murder of Alhaji Idris Abubakar, the 32-year-old chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria in … Continue Reading
Governor Soludo bans loud preaching in Public, imposes N500,000 fine
Anambra Governor Addresses Noise Pollution from Roadside Preachers
In a firm statement, Anambra State Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo has warned roadside preachers against the use of loudspeakers in public areas, particularly in markets. He accused these individuals of contributing to … Continue Reading
Enugu NYSC Member Wins N500,000 Entrepreneurship Grant
N500,000 Entrepreneurship Grant Awarded to Enugu State NYSC Member by Fidelity Bank
Chidubem Okafor, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member serving in Enugu State, has been honored with a N500,000 entrepreneurship grant from Fidelity Bank. This initiative is part … Continue Reading
70-Year-Old Man Arrested for Alleged Murder of Police Inspector
70-Year-Old Man Arrested for Alleged Murder Police of Inspector Over Marriage Dispute
The Niger State Police Command has apprehended Sabo Manigi, a 70-year-old resident of the Manigi community in Mashegu Local Government Area, for allegedly murdering Inspector Musa Nasiru on … Continue Reading
BOI Supports 921 Women Entrepreneurs With N108 Billion In Business Loans
Bank of Industry Disburses N108 Billion to Support Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
In a move aimed at narrowing the gender gap and boosting economic prospects for women entrepreneurs in Nigeria, the Bank of Industry (BOI) has announced the disbursement of … Continue Reading
Crude Oil price Decreases By 20% to $67 per barrel
Bonny Light Crude Oil Prices Plummet, Raising Concerns Over Nigeria’s 2025 Budget Projections
The price of Bonny Light, Nigeria’s leading crude oil, has seen a significant decline of 20 percent, dropping from $84.02 per barrel to $67 per barrel … Continue Reading