Niger State faces growing concerns over children leaving school for artisanal mining, highlighting the need for stronger child labour enforcement, education support and alternative livelihoods.
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Sync Finance Appoints Paul Onwuanibe as Board Chairman After CBN Clearance!
Sync Finance Company has appointed Paul Onwuanibe as chairman of its board after receiving no-objection clearance from the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Taiwan Receives First Two US-Made F-16V Fighter Jets as 66-Jet Programme Moves Forward!
Taiwan has received its first two US-made F-16V Block 70 fighter jets from a $8 billion programme for 66 aircraft, strengthening its air force amid continuing tensions with China.
EY Alumni Week: Experts Call for Responsible Governance as Agentic AI Reshapes Business!
EY Nigeria Alumni Week experts have urged businesses to adopt agentic AI responsibly, with clear governance, defined authority, data controls and human oversight.
Wilfred Ndidi Withdraws From Nigeria’s Russia Friendly Ahead of October 6 Clash!
Wilfred Ndidi has reportedly withdrawn from Nigeria’s October 6 international friendly against Russia, with the reason for his absence yet to be confirmed.
Hrgovic Calls for Itauma Rematch, Vows More Aggressive Performance as IBF Champion!
Filip Hrgovic has called for a rematch with Moses Itauma after becoming IBF heavyweight champion, saying he can deliver a more aggressive performance.
IGP Disu Approves Fresh Police Investigation Into Mohbad’s Death as Family Seeks Comprehensive Probe!
The IGP has approved a fresh investigation into Mohbad’s death following a petition by his family, with the case assigned to the Special Enquiry Bureau.
Nigerian Workers Declare Three-Day Warning Strike Over Economic Hardship, Petrol Prices and Minimum Wage!
Nigerian public-sector workers have declared a three-day warning strike over petrol prices, wage relief and demands for a new national minimum wage ahead of 2027.
City Boy Movement Urges Nigerian Youths to Promote National Unity, Reject Electoral Violence!
City Boy Movement urges Nigerian youths to promote national development, reject electoral violence and participate peacefully in Nigeria’s 2027 democratic process.
Makinde Calls for National Unity as Nigeria Marks 66th Independence Anniversary!
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has called for unity and sustained national development as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, while highlighting development efforts in Oyo State.
Federal Government Eyes Aba Textile Revival, Mega Farm Project as Abia Deepens Investment Drive!
Federal Government explores support for Aba’s textile and garment cluster as NALDA seeks land for a proposed mega farm project in Abia.
2027: Zamfara Students Launch Campus Mobilisation for Tinubu, Lawal Over Education Programmes!
Zamfara students under the JAGABA/DAUDA Students’ Mandate 2027 have launched campus mobilisation for Tinubu and Lawal, citing education programmes and reforms.
Elon Musk Returns to US Government Role to Co-Lead Pentagon Study on Future Warfare!
Elon Musk returns to a formal U.S. government advisory role as he co-leads Pentagon Project Meridian, a 120-day study examining future warfare and military technologies.
Rafael Leão Takes Portugal’s No. 7 Shirt After Cristiano Ronaldo’s Departure!
Rafael Leão will wear Portugal’s No. 7 shirt against Denmark after Cristiano Ronaldo left the national team camp ahead of the UEFA Nations League fixture.
2027: Over 40,000 Abia Farmers Endorse PDP Governorship Candidate Anosike!
Over 40,000 Abia farmers have reportedly endorsed PDP governorship candidate Kelechi Anosike, citing his proposed agricultural, food-security and rural-development policies ahead of the 2027 election.