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Nigerians may soon have an opportunity to become part-owners of one of Africa’s biggest oil refineries as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approves the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals. The shares have been priced at ₦525 each, opening the door for Nigerians who want to invest in the refinery…

…FG’s new specialised programmes open fresh pathways in public health, environmental safety and disease control The Federal Government’s introduction of 14 new Higher National Diploma (HND) specialty programmes is expected to create fresh academic and career opportunities for Nigerian students seeking specialised training in environmental health, public health and epidemiology. The new curricula were developed…

Naira appreciation boosts investor returns, while improved FX liquidity and economic reforms strengthen confidence in Nigeria’s currency The Nigerian naira is showing signs of a significant recovery against the United States dollar, with Bloomberg data highlighting the currency’s improved performance and its growing contribution to Nigeria’s attractiveness to foreign investors. According to reporting based on…

The United Kingdom has introduced measures aimed at giving greater protection to migrant workers who face exploitation, abuse or modern slavery, a development that could have significant implications for thousands of Nigerians living and working in Britain. The development is particularly important for Nigerians employed in sectors such as social care, where many migrants have…

Nollywood has suffered another painful loss barely eight days after the death of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, as actress Atinuke Remilekun Kareem has died following a battle with breast cancer. The Yoruba movie industry has once again been thrown into mourning following the death of Nollywood actress Atinuke Remilekun Kareem,…

The Federal Government has launched the “Hire From Nigeria” campaign, an initiative designed to connect Nigerian professionals, skilled workers, digital talents, creatives and service providers with employers and clients across the world. The initiative, unveiled in Abuja on Monday, August 31, 2026, is targeting one million export-linked jobs by 2030, as the government seeks to…

T The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is strengthening identity verification for candidates ahead of the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with facial/image capture and biometric authentication remaining central to the registration process. Prospective 2027 UTME candidates are already seeing preparations for the next examination cycle, as JAMB has published a list of…

Security forces have rescued 10 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members abducted by suspected kidnappers in Kogi State, with an operation still underway to locate other victims and arrest the perpetrators. Ten NYSC members abducted along the Aloma–Egane Expressway in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State have been rescued from Egume Forest, following a…

The Federal Government’s plan to establish medical simulation centres across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones could transform the way doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals are trained in the country. The initiative is expected to provide healthcare students and practitioners with access to advanced simulation technology, allowing them to practise medical procedures and respond to emergencies…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has explained three major reasons candidates may not find their names on the National Matriculation List, urging affected students to check their admission records and resolve outstanding issues. The latest clarification from JAMB is particularly important for undergraduates who have already secured admission and commenced their studies but…