The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) is facing allegations of irregularities after a student who reportedly did not sit for a recent computer-based examination in Delta State was listed among those who passed. Multiple sources told SaharaReporters that the candidate, identified as Achusim Stephanie, was absent from the examination after allegedly being hospitalised

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militant commander linked to recent abductions in northern Nigeria has released a new video threatening further attacks, including against senior government officials. The video, obtained by Reporters, shows the armed figure dressed in what resembles a Nigerian military jacket while speaking about previous kidnappings in Kebbi and Niger states. The individual, whose identity has not

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Lt.-General Emmanuel Undiandeye, Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), has reaffirmed the Defence Intelligence Agency’s (DIA) commitment to leveraging technology and human intelligence to strengthen Nigeria’s national security. Speaking at the 2025 Chief of Defence Intelligence Annual Conference in Abuja on Monday, themed “Multi-source Intelligence Innovation in a Challenging National Security Ecosystem”, Gen. Undiandeye highlighted the

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Prince Bayo Osiyemi, former Chief Press Secretary to Lagos State’s first civilian governor, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, has passed away at the age of 75. Nicknamed “Charming Prince,” Osiyemi died on Monday, November 24, 2025. In a statement signed by Seyi Osiyemi, the family said: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of

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Deputy President of the Senate and Chairman of the National Assembly Joint Committee on Constitution Review, Senator Barau Jibrin, has called on federal and state lawmakers to remain steadfast as the constitution amendment process reaches its decisive stage. Speaking on Monday at a joint meeting of the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Constitution

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The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a blended on-lending financing initiative in partnership with Psaltry International Company Limited, aimed at empowering women in agriculture across Oyo State. The programme was unveiled during Psaltry’s 20th anniversary celebration at its Alayide plant in Awaye, Iseyin Local Government Area. Supported by the Mastercard Foundation and IDH,

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Global logistics leader DHL Express Limited has launched its GoGreen campaign, a comprehensive sustainability initiative aimed at drastically reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental protection. The launch event, themed “Delivering a Sustainable Future,” was held in Ikeja GRA, Lagos. DHL Express Managing Director, Muyiwa Adeseyoju, said the company is committed to transitioning to greener fuel

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King’s Trust International (KTI) has appointed financial sector reform advocate Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede and his wife, lawyer and philanthropist Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, as the new Co-Chairs of its Africa Advisory Board. They take over from founding co-chairs Bernard and Genevieve Mensah, who are stepping down after six years of service. KTI said the leadership transition signals a

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Solicitors to property developer Ms. Uzoamaka Onukwubiri have debunked a viral social media report alleging that she was remanded at the Suleja Custodial Centre on charges of forgery. In a statement issued by Chief Joel Okoli of Acacia Law Firm, the public was urged to disregard what he described as a “baseless and misleading publication”

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Global B2B payments platform Verto has announced the winners of its first-ever Verto Global Business Award, created to spotlight early-stage African startups pioneering innovation, economic inclusion, and the continent’s expanding role in global trade. Launched in February, the award reflects Verto’s commitment to empowering African founders with international ambitions. In addition to funding, the initiative

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