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The Federal Government has moved to ease financial pressure on workers in tertiary institutions with the release of N11.8bn as interest-free loans to thousands of staff across the country. Data from the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) shows that 6,842 academic and non-academic workers have so far benefited from the scheme, which covers 141 institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The intervention falls under the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a programme introduced in August 2025 to improve staff welfare and support career growth. The loans come with zero interest and can reach up to N10m…

Thousands of prospective corps members who have waited for months without deployment may finally get relief as the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) prepares for Batch B Stream I. The new update indicates that the next batch will focus mainly on graduates who registered earlier but are yet to receive their call-up numbers, a significant requirement for mobilisation. Many of the affected candidates completed registration as far back as March, including those in the supplementary window, but have remained in limbo since then. READ RELATED NEWS UPDATES NYSC confirms death of corps member killed in Abuja military combat NYSC has…

The Anambra State House of Assembly has begun the process of screening a new set of commissioner nominees following their submission by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo. During plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker, Somtochukwu Nkem Udeze, formally received the list and referred all 18 nominees to the House Committee on Screening and Election Matters for further action. The nominees cover key ministries across the state’s administrative structure. Those listed for possible appointments include Dr Ben Chuks Odoemena for Agriculture and Mr Chukwukadibia Okoye for Budget and Economic Planning. READ RELATED NEWS UPDATES  Soludo sworn in for second term Fubara submits…

A vital moment is approaching in the trial of Omoyele Sowore as the Federal High Court prepares to rule on whether the case against him should continue or end. Read Related Breaking Stories from Our Nigeria News The court, presided over by Justice Mohammed Umar, has fixed 8 May, 2026, to decide on a “no-case submission” filed by the defence. In simple terms, this is a request asking the court to stop the trial on the ground that the prosecution has not shown enough evidence. Sowore is facing trial after the Department of State Services (DSS) accused him of cyberstalking…

By Mofiyinfoluwa Olarinre A substance has eaten so deep into the hearts of our future leaders, and the pressure to measure up is now a voice that echoes in the minds of young Nigerians. This substance, as subtle as it is, has stolen moments that are meant to be celebrated, leaving individuals with the feeling of not being enough. One of its causes are social feeds, which portrays the lives of people as perfect, displaying flashy cars, expensive lifestyles and building up a misleading notion that everyone has their lives figured out. The tyranny of comparison keeps stealing our joy,…

By Ijiolowo Mariam Abodunrin It’s no longer a search to find youths gaining knowledge in the morning and managing a small business in the evening. From selling of pastries to creating content for showcasing a jewelry sales. Many youth do this as a way of surviving in the challenging economy, to support families, cover daily expenses and fund personal goals. It also a form of strong desire for independence. Youth today are not necessarily depending solely on external support, which create a room for the spirit of entrepreneurship among them. It help them develop opportunities for themselves without waiting for…

On Monday, activities at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) were brought to a halt as members of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) enforced an indefinite nationwide strike. Read More Related Breaking Stories from Our Education News The workers shut down major services and staged a protest at the university gate, insisting on a 45 per cent salary increase and full implementation of the 2009 agreement with the Federal Government. Chairman of SSANU at the institution, Falowo Olushola, said the unions had rejected an earlier 30 per cent offer. He said, “Basically…

The United States Mission in Nigeria has warned that visa approval does not end security checks, stating that applicants remain under continuous screening even after visas are issued. Read More Related Breaking Stories from Our Nigeria News The advisory, shared on the mission’s official platform, clarified that the process applies to all travellers, regardless of visa type or location. According to the mission, “All visa applicants, no matter the visa type and where they are located, are continuously vetted.” It explained that the checks begin from the point of application and continue through the decision stage and throughout the validity…

Akwa Ibom State has taken a major step in Nigeria’s aviation sector with the opening of a new international terminal designed to function as a transit hub. Read More Related Breaking Stories from Our Nigeria News The facility, located at the Victor Attah International Airport, was commissioned by Governor Umo Eno, who described the project as the result of decades of planning and investment. Speaking at the event, Eno said the airport is part of a broader plan to build a strong aviation system that can drive economic growth in the state. He said, “We are steadily building the aviation…

Fresh signs of crisis have emerged within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as more top politicians are set to leave the party subsequent to the recent exit of Peter Obi. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, said, on Sunday, that no final decision has been taken on his political future, but confirmed that consultations are ongoing with key stakeholders across parties. His statement comes at a point when growing tension is eating up the ADC from within after a series of court cases and internal disputes. Kwankwaso said the party is…