The Federal Government has summoned Vice Chancellors of some schools and the Managing Director of Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFund) to discuss the diversion of funds meant for the student loan scheme.
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As the world commemorates World Press Freedom Day 2025, the International Press Centre (IPC), Lagos, Nigeria, has called on stakeholders to defend the public’s right to truthful information amid growing concerns over the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on journalism and press freedom.
The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (P-CNGI), in partnership with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has begun the enforcement of a 40 per cent public transport fare reduction on CNG converted commercial vehicles.
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, has announced a new $191 million dollar Health Systems Strengthening (HSS-3) grant to Nigeria aimed at improving immunisation coverage and reaching underserved populations.
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) has denied claims of mismanagement in disbursing student loan funds.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced an investigation into discrepancies in the disbursements of the student loan, saying ₦71bn has been unaccounted for in the scheme.
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago has announced that arrangements are being made to provide affordable cars and houses for civil servants.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a stern warning to the public regarding a fraudulent scheme targeting desperate Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates under the pretence of offering exam rescheduling services.
ASHENEWS reports that the Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago, has dispelled speculations of a rift with his Deputy, Yakubu…
UN Women Nigeria, in partnership with the Women Political Participation Partners Working Group, has called for nationwide support for the passage of the Special Seats Bill.