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ASUU STRIKE: FG DIRECTS VICE CHANCELLORS OF ALL FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES TO ENFORCE ‘NO WORK, NO PAY’ POLICY
Abuja, Nigeria – October 14, 2025 The Federal Government has directed the Vice Chancellors of all federal universities across the country to implement the “No Work, No Pay” policy following the recent strike action declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Monday. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Minister of Education,…
UBEC, JICA Sign 5-Year MoU to Boost Smart Education in Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria | October 14, 2025 In a strategic move to modernize basic education in Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to implement a Smart Education initiative focused on Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Pre-Vocational Education (STMPE). The agreement, which…
Comrade Abiodun Aremu, A Steadfast Labour Defender, President Tinubu Says in Tribute
Ota, Ogun State | October 14, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid a heartfelt tribute to Comrade Abiodun Aremu, a renowned unionist and human rights activist, who passed away on Sunday, October 13, in Ota, Ogun State. In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President…
Qatar and Nigeria Set to Sign MOU on Cultural and Tourism Cooperation
Abuja, October 14, 2025 In a significant move to strengthen cultural and tourism ties, the Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy of Nigeria resumed talks with the Qatari government on Monday, aiming to boost collaboration in cultural exchange, arts, and tourism between the two nations. The discussions took place in Abuja, where Nigeria’s…
Nigeria Mourns Diplomatic Powerhouse Prof. Joy Ogwu as She Passes Away at 79
Asaba, Nigeria | October 14, 2025 Nigeria is in mourning following the passing of one of its most distinguished diplomats and scholars, Professor Joy Uche Angela Ogwu, who died at the age of 79. Family sources confirmed to NTA News in a phone call from Asaba, Delta State, that she passed away in the early…
FGN Reiterates Commitment to Resolving ASUU Issues, Warns on Consequences of Disrupting the Academic Calendar
Abuja, October 13, 2025 The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to constructive engagement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), emphasizing its dedication to finding a sustainable resolution to lingering issues in the university system. This was made known in a joint statement by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, and…
Direct Your Creative Energies to Nation Building, Olukoyode Charges Youths
Abuja, October 8, 2025 The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyode, has urged Nigerian youths to reject internet fraud and channel their creativity towards nation building. He delivered the message on Wednesday at the pioneer Kids and Teens STEAM Innovate Buildathon bootcamp, held for young people aged between seven…
Kenya’s Financial Reporting Centre Commends Nigeria’s Anti-Money Laundering Efforts During Abuja Visit
Abuja, Nigeria – October 9, 2025 The Director General of Kenya’s Financial Reporting Centre (FRC), Saitoti Kimerei Maika, has praised Nigeria’s Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its strategic implementation of anti-money laundering (AML) and countering financing of terrorism (CFT) frameworks. Speaking through James Manyonge,…
ARMY INAUGURATES RENOVATED SOLDIERS CLUB, GOLF TEE BOX IN KANO
Kano, Saturday 11 October 2025 The Nigerian Army has reinforced its commitment to fostering strong civil-military relations through sporting and community-based initiatives. This was emphasized by the Chief of Civil-Military Affairs, Major General Gold Chibuisi, during the commissioning of the renovated Hole Number 3 Tee Box at the Kano Golf Club, a project successfully executed…
PRESIDENT TINUBU ARRIVES IN ROME FOR AQABA PROCESS HEADS OF STATE MEETINGFocus on West Africa’s escalating security crisis
ROME, ITALY – October 13, 2025 President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Rome, the capital of Italy, ahead of the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government Level Meeting, a key summit addressing the growing security challenges in West Africa.The Presidential airplane touched down at Rome Fiumicino International Airport at approximately 7:20 PM local time…