Tech & Education
The Federal Ministry of Education has reaffirmed that all Federal Unity Colleges nationwide will resume academic activities on Monday, September 14, 2026, as scheduled, with the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, assuring parents and guardians that security agencies have been placed on heightened vigilance. The reassurance comes amid heightened concerns following recent public health emergencies that forced school closures in several states.
Sep 11, 2026
Tech & Education
A coalition of disability advocacy organizations has warned that children with intellectual disabilities are effectively invisible in Nigeria's education data systems, making it impossible to assess whether inclusive education policies are working.
Sep 11, 2026
Agriculture
In a major push to combat desertification and environmental degradation, the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) has raised over 500,000 seedlings of various tree species for planting across Jigawa State in the 2026 season. The agency's Director-General, Alhaji Sale Abubakar, disclosed this during a field inspection of project sites, revealing ambitious targets that include 50 hectares of refilling, 50 hectares of new plantations, and a 10-kilometre shelter belt to protect communiti
Sep 11, 2026
Health
eHealth Africa says more than 23 million children were vaccinated against polio and other preventable diseases across 15 Nigerian states in the first half of 2026, backed by digital microplanning tools deployed in over 205,000 settlements.
Sep 11, 2026
Youth Empowerment
In a major boost for female entrepreneurship in Akwa Ibom State, Fidelity Bank Plc and the Patience Umo Eno Golden Initiative for All (GIFA) have empowered 300 women with N25 million in cash grants, 50 sewing machines, 50 grinding machines, and 500 bags of food items. The intervention, which brings the total number of women reached by GIFA's empowerment programmes to about 7,000, is designed to transform small-scale businesses into sustainable enterprises across the state's 31 local government a
Sep 11, 2026
Entertainment
Country music legend Dolly Parton's first posthumous song, recorded in 2022 for a Stanley Brothers tribute album, has been released featuring the all-female bluegrass group First Ladies of Bluegrass.
Sep 11, 2026
Tech & Education
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to resume its suspended strike without further notice if the Federal Government fails to clear outstanding salaries and arrears owed to lecturers across the country. The union's National President, in a fiery statement, accused the government of reneging on the 2009 agreement and the 2022 memorandum of understanding, warning that members have exhausted their patience and will not hesitate to shut down public universities again.
Sep 11, 2026
Tech & Education
Nigerian students in public senior secondary schools and tertiary institutions will get 100MB of zero-rated daily data to access approved educational platforms starting October 1, under an NCC-led initiative involving MTN, Airtel, and Globacom.
Sep 11, 2026
Entertainment
Nollywood actress Stephanie Promise Ikedieze, wife of Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki), has revealed how her husband and his longtime screen partner Osita Iheme (Pawpaw) divided their household belongings after they stopped living together as bachelors. In a hilarious video shared online, she disclosed that the two friends shared everything equally—from pots and kettles to chairs and spoons—offering fans a rare glimpse into the humble beginnings of Nollywood's most beloved comedy duo.
Sep 11, 2026
Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo will lead Al-Nassr’s latest bid for continental success as five Saudi Arabian clubs prepare to compete in the 2026–27 AFC Champions League Elite.
Sep 11, 2026
Sports
Enzo Maresca faces his first major test as Manchester City manager when his unbeaten side visit Manchester United, while Chelsea seek to end their difficult start against Hull City.
Sep 11, 2026
Sports
Newcastle United have extended Lewis Hall’s contract until 2031, securing the England defender amid reported interest from Manchester United.
Sep 11, 2026