Reps Halt 2026 WAEC CBT Rollout: Lawmakers Order Immediate Suspension Over Fears of Massive Failure

In a major decision that has sparked wide debate across the education sector, the House of Representatives has ordered the immediate suspension of plans by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Federal Ministry of Education to introduce Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The directive followed…

ASUU Sets November 21 Deadline, Threatens Full-Blown Strike Over Unresolved Demands

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a fresh warning to the Federal Government, announcing that it will commence a full-scale nationwide strike on November 21 if all unresolved issues affecting public universities remain unaddressed. The ultimatum was delivered by the ASUU Owerri Zone, which includes the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO),…

Naira Revival: What’s Fueling the Turnaround in Nigeria’s FX Market?

Nigeria’s currency, the naira, has been under considerable pressure for years—marked by sharp depreciations, high inflation, and recurring foreign-exchange (FX) interventions. But now, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says recent developments are pointing to genuine improvement. The key drivers? Strong FX inflows, tighter controls, and a shift back toward more orthodox monetary policy. This…

4 Policemen and 3 Forest Guards Arrested for Demolition in Ogun

In a startling turn of events that has raised alarm over institutional integrity and land-rights violations, operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) X-Squad from Alagbon, Lagos, have arrested four police officers and three forest guards for their alleged involvement in an illegal demolition and land-grabbing scheme in the Pakuro/Orile Egun area of the…

FG Releases ₦3.9 Billion to 91,146 Pensioners-A New Era for Nigeria’s Retirees

In a significant move that signals improved commitment to retirees in Nigeria, the federal government has announced a release of ₦3.9 billion to clear arrears owed to 91,146 pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD). This landmark disbursement comes on the heels of an increase in the minimum…

Wike Breaks Silence on Abuja Land Dispute, Denies Rift with Military, Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law

In a bid to dispel growing speculation surrounding an alleged confrontation between the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Nigerian military, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has firmly denied reports of any personal or institutional conflict. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Wike clarified that his recent actions regarding disputed lands…

Federal Government Suspends 15% Import Duty on Petrol and Diesel: What It Means for Nigeria’s Economy and Consumers

In a major policy shift that has captured national attention, the Federal Government of Nigeria has suspended the planned 15% import duty on petrol and diesel, just weeks before its scheduled implementation. The suspension, announced by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), comes amid growing concerns over inflation, fuel prices, and supply…

Tinubu Endorses Media Tax Relief and VAT Exemption: A Lifeline for Nigeria’s Ailing News Industry

In a significant policy signal that could reshape the future of journalism in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has endorsed the proposal by the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) calling for comprehensive tax relief and Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption for the media sector. The move has been widely welcomed as a potential game-changer for…

No Basis to Punish Naval Officer in Wike Clash – Defence Minister Matawalle Defends Military Discipline

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has broken his silence on the much-talked-about confrontation between Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike and a naval officer, describing the incident as “unfortunate” but insisting that there is no basis to sanction the officer involved. The altercation, which went viral on social media, has sparked…

African Union Chief Declares: “No Genocide in Nigeria’s Troubled North” — Calls for Caution in Labelling the Crisis

In a firm yet measured statement, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, has declared that there is no genocide taking place in northern Nigeria, despite escalating violence and mounting international concern over the humanitarian crisis in the region. Speaking during a press conference in New York, Youssouf urged the international…