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Dangote says group ready for legal challenges over investments

Aliko Dangote has said his business group is prepared to face legal challenges to its projects, following a court dispute over land for the planned 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Lamu, Kenya. Speaking at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Dangote expressed confidence that the $15bn–$16bn refinery project would proceed despite a court order requiring the existing situation on the disputed land to be maintained until a hearing on October 14. The case was filed by residents who claim the land is part of […]

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FG to rank tertiary institutions on 22 indicators

The Federal Government has begun a national ranking of universities, polytechnics and colleges of education, with the exercise scheduled for completion by December 15, 2026. The Nigerian Tertiary Education Ranking Advisory Committee said universities would be assessed using 22 indicators designed to measure institutional performance and identify areas for improvement. The exercise is also expected to promote competition and strengthen the global standing of Nigeria’s tertiary education sector. The ranking will cover teaching, research, industry engagement, international collaboration and other […]

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Yobe Assembly pledges funding support for state university

The Yobe State House of Assembly has pledged increased budgetary support for Yobe State University and promised to facilitate interventions from relevant development agencies. The Speaker, Chiroma Mashio, made the commitment when the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Tahir, led the management team on a visit to the Assembly. He said the university would be invited to participate in the 2027 budget defence to present its funding and development needs. Mashio also pledged to support the university in accessing interventions from […]

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Awoniyi, Azpilicueta, others study for careers beyond football

Taiwo Awoniyi is among a group of current and former footballers pursuing education to prepare for careers beyond playing football. Awoniyi, Everton midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and former Chelsea and Spain captain César Azpilicueta were among graduates of the PFA Business School programme held at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium. Awoniyi already holds a degree in business management and another diploma, making the qualification his third academic achievement. Awoniyi said his commitment to education began in childhood, encouraged by his father, while Azpilicueta, […]

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Public Servants Threaten Three-Day Strike Over Petrol Price

Public servants under the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council have threatened to begin a three-day warning strike from October 2, 2026, if the Federal Government fails to address their demands over the rising cost of petrol and workers’ welfare. The council is demanding a reduction in petrol price to N500 per litre, an immediate wage award to cushion the impact of rising living costs, and the establishment of a committee to begin negotiations for a new national minimum wage […]

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Kebbi Warns Civil Servants Against Lateness, Absenteeism

The Kebbi State Government has directed civil servants to strictly observe official working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, warning against lateness and absenteeism. The Head of the Civil Service, Malami Shekare, issued the directive in a circular dated September 23, 2026, following concerns that some workers were reporting late or staying away from their duty posts without approval. He said any absence or lateness must be officially communicated to and approved by the appropriate authority. […]

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NEMA Deploys Rescue Teams as Floods Ravage States

The National Emergency Management Agency has deployed search and rescue teams to flood-affected states as heavy rainfall continues to cause deaths, displacement and destruction of homes, roads, farms and other infrastructure across the country. NEMA spokesperson, Manzo Ezekiel, said the agency was not lowering its guard as the rainy season continues. He said teams had been directed to affected communities to coordinate with local authorities, create awareness and respond to emergencies. Reinforcement is also being sent to Ebonyi and Rivers […]

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Anambra Woos Investors for Industrial City Project

The Anambra State Government has begun engaging potential investors ahead of the launch of its Mixed-Use Industrial City project. The state Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, said the decision was reached at the State Executive Council meeting in Awka. He said discussions with investors would focus on key infrastructure and services, including access roads, electricity, water supply and security. The council also approved integrity tests for students’ hostels across schools in the state to improve safety. It further resolved to […]

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Education Is a Right, Don’t Burden Students With Loans — Shittu

Former Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu, has urged the Federal Government to treat education as a fundamental right and avoid placing additional financial burdens on students through loans. Shittu, who spoke during an interview on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, said government policies should prioritise access to education for children from poor families, alongside employment, healthcare and other basic needs. He questioned the rationale for student loans when many graduates remain unemployed years after leaving tertiary institutions. Shittu also urged the […]

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