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Tragedy on Jigawa Waters as Schoolgirls Go Missing After Boat Capsizes

Tragedy on Jigawa Waters as Schoolgirls Go Missing After Boat Capsizes - A tragic boat accident in Jigawa State has left at least six people dead, while seven schoolgirls remain missing. Local authorities said the incident occurred when a boat carrying villagers, including students, capsized on the Burum Gana River during a routine crossing. Witnesses reported that the b...

ASUU Reject Renaming of UNIMAID

ASUU Reject Renaming of UNIMAID - In a major backlash, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Maiduguri has publicly denounced the Federal Government’s recent decision to rename the institution Muhammadu Buhari University of Maiduguri. The union is demanding an immediate reversal, warning that the mov...

Explainer: Why UNIMAID Got a New Name

Explainer: Why UNIMAID Got a New Name - It is nọ longer News that the University of Maiduguri now bears to a brand-new name: Muhammadu Buhari University. The Federal Ministry of Education says this change did not just come from nowhere. According to Dr. Olatunji Alausa – Minister of Education, it is a big “thank you” to the late f...

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National Mourning: Former President Buhari Passes at 82

National Mourning: Former President Buhari Passes at 82 - Nigeria is in mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London at the age of 82. Buhari, a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and former military head of state, will be buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The Feder...

Wike, Fubara Reach a Truce

Wike, Fubara Reach a Truce - A major breakthrough in Nigerian politics unfolded at the Presidential Villa last night as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara came together in reconciliation, signalling an end to months of bitter conflict. After what Wike described as a “late-night reco...

President Tinubu Signs Four Major Tax Reform Bills to Strengthen Nigeria’s Economy

President Tinubu Signs Four Major Tax Reform Bills to Strengthen Nigeria’s Economy - President Bola Tinubu signed four new tax reform bills into law, marking a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s fiscal landscape. The bills are designed to modernize the country’s tax system, reduce duplication, and create a more business‑friendly environment while boosting government revenue. The new...

Naira Under Pressure: Black Market Hits ₦1,595 as CBN Maintains Official Rate at ₦1,549

Naira Under Pressure: Black Market Hits ₦1,595 as CBN Maintains Official Rate at ₦1,549 - On June 26, 2025, Nigeria’s currency market witnessed a sharp divide between the official and parallel rates. The black market surged to ₦1,595 per US dollar, while the Central Bank of Nigeria kept its official rate at ₦1,549. This growing gap reflects the pressure on the naira, fueled by risi...

Nigeria Bets Big on a Greener Future with ₦50 Billion Climate Bond

Nigeria Bets Big on a Greener Future with ₦50 Billion Climate Bond - Nigeria has taken another bold step in its climate journey with the launch of a ₦50 billion sovereign Green Bond its third since 2017. Announced by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on June 16, this latest issuance signals renewed commitment to funding environmentally sustainable projects across ...