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12-year basic education: FG meets NUT, principals

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The Federal Government is set to meet with the Nigeria Union of Teachers and the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools on Wednesday to discuss the proposal by the Minister of Education, Mr. Tunji Alausa, to extend basic education to 12 years. The proposal, which aims to integrate junior and senior secondary education into a single continuous programme, has sparked mixed reactions among education stakeholders, with calls for careful deliberation before any decision is made. In an exclusive interview, the National President of ANCOPPS, Mr. Musa Ibrahim, clarified…

[ICYMI] Civil servants get Feb 17 deadline for verification

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Federal civil servants have been given a February 17, 2025, deadline for identity verification as the government moves to weed out ghost workers. This was contained in a memo by the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation and sighted by our correspondent on Saturday. Civil servants are expected to verify their identities on the portal of the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System amid the planned stoppage of salaries and other sanctions for ghost workers. Our correspondent gathered that civil servants had been in haste to generate their Taxpayers…

Japa: Visa Dropbox Halted in Nigeria

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The United States has discontinued its visa dropbox service in Nigeria, requiring all applicants for visitor visa renewals to attend in-person interviews. This change eliminates the previous option for eligible applicants, especially those with recent US travel history, to submit their passports without an interview, which had significantly shortened processing times. The suspension of this service raises concerns about further delays in visa processing, as interview slots in Nigeria were already subject to extended wait times, sometimes exceeding a year. This shift could disrupt travel plans for many Nigerians, including…

Why I won’t deport Prince Harry — Trump

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United States President, Donald Trump, has dismissed deporting Prince Harry from the United States, despite ongoing litigation questioning the Duke of Sussex’s immigration status. Trump disclosed this in an interview with The New York Post on Friday, saying he does not want to take action against Harry “I don’t want to do that. I’ll leave him alone. He’s got enough problems with his wife. She’s terrible,” Trump said. This comes amid legal challenges involving Harry’s visa, particularly from the Heritage Foundation, which has raised concerns over Harry’s potential failure to…

Tinubu hails Fayemi’s sacrifice in stepping down at APC presidential primary

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President Bola Tinubu has commended former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, for his selflessness and political maturity, particularly his decision to step down for him in the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary ahead of the 2023 elections. In a tribute marking Fayemi’s 60th birthday, Tinubu described him as a committed democrat, a strategic thinker, and a loyal ally who has played a crucial role in shaping Nigeria’s political landscape. The President praised Fayemi’s contributions to democracy, his leadership in governance, and his influence within the APC. Reflecting on…

Warri refinery undergoes maintenance one month after resuming operation

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Barely a month after announcing the commencement of the 125,000 barrels Warri refinery, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has said the facility is undergoing a planned routine maintenance programme aimed at ensuring optimal operations. It also denied reports of an explosion at the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company. The company, in a statement signed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, on Friday, said operations at WRPC were halted to carry out repairs for efficient service delivery. He added that routine maintenance was progressing and operations would be…

Tinubu Orders Database Clean-up After FG Uncovers 6,000 Nigeriens with NINs

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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has identified over 6,000 Nigerien citizens registered in its database with National Identification Numbers (NINs). This discovery coincides with President Bola Tinubu’s directive for an inter-ministerial committee to ensure accurate data for the National Social Register, which is used for the Federal Government’s social investment programs. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, reportedly briefed the Federal Executive Council on NIMC’s activities and confirmed that these NINs have been withdrawn from the illegal holders during an ongoing database clean-up. This follows a 2022 incident where…

Court orders Nnamdi Kanu to appear on Monday

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The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has been ordered to appear for a hearing on Monday, February 10, 2025, before Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court, Abuja. This was contained in a hearing notice obtained by our correspondent on Friday. The notice, dated January 22, 2025, was addressed to Kanu’s lead counsel, Aloy Ejimakor. Kanu had earlier requested that his case be transferred to the South-East if no judge at the Federal High Court in Abuja was willing to handle it apart from Justice…

Katsina State to Invest in Electric, Solar Vehicles, Construct 20-Story Building in Lagos

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The Katsina State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Dikko Radda, has approved bulk purchases of electric/solar power vehicles and tricycles under the public transportation programme. The SEC also approved the construction of a 20-storey building in Lagos. Addressing newsmen after the council’s meeting on Thursday at the Government House, Katsina, the Director General, Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency, Aisha Aminu, announced the approval for bulk procurement of electric and solar-powered vehicles and tricycles. Aminu explained that the innovative transportation programme aimed to provide subsidised transport fares to residents amid rising…

A Royal Treat: Showmax Drops Trailer for Kabiyesi

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Showmax has released the trailer for its new Nigerian Original series, “Kabiyesi,” which will premiere on February 14th. This epic drama tells a story of tradition, ambition, and a princess’s fight for power amidst political change. The series is inspired by the true story of Orompoto, the only female Alaafin of Oyo, who reigned in the 16th century. The story centers on Princess Aderiyife of Oyo-Ile, King Adegoke’s only daughter, who is betrothed to Prince Obabamiji of Igboho. Her path to destiny is disrupted by betrayal and tragedy, forcing her…