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On May 1, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu delivered a speech that acknowledged the pressing economic challenges facing Nigeria today. From rising living costs to unemployment and insecurity, Nigerians are grappling with hardship at all levels. But in his address, President Tinubu presented a series of strategic reforms aimed at alleviating these burdens and steering…
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has been in the headlines and for good reason. With over 700 kilometers of road cutting across multiple states from Lagos to Calabar, this project could change the face of transportation and commerce in Nigeria. But the big question is: can it really be completed by January 2026? According to the…
In a recent interview with Arise News, Karl Toriola, the CEO of MTN Nigeria, made a bold promise: Nigerians will see significant improvements in MTN’s quality of service by the end of June 2025. That’s a strong statement coming at a time when many Nigerians have been complaining about poor network coverage, dropped calls, and…
In a shocking twist, controversial investment platform CBEX has resumed operations—despite an active ban by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and an ongoing EFCC probe involving over ₦1.2 trillion. This unexpected comeback has stirred both excitement and concern among Nigerian investors, especially students and young people seeking alternative income streams. CBEX claims to have…
Students and staff of FUTMINNA will have to adjust their food plans this weekend, as the well-known off-campus food outlet Food Republic has officially announced a temporary closure. According to the management, Food Republic will be closed from Thursday, May 1st to Sunday, May 4th, and will resume full operations on Monday, May 5th, 2025….
In a recent development, the Nigerian government has confirmed that it will clear the remaining five months of arrears for civil servants’ N70,000 minimum wage. This long-awaited payment comes as part of the government’s effort to fulfill its commitment to workers affected by the rising cost of living. But why did it take so long…
In the early hours of May 1, 2025, an explosion shook the Giwa Military Barracks in Maiduguri, Borno State, sending shockwaves through the city and leaving residents in a state of panic. The series of blasts, which began around 12:05 AM, initially caused widespread confusion, with many fearing an insurgent attack. However, authorities soon revealed…
Nigerian street-hop sensation, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, is back in the headlines — and this time, it’s not for his music. In a dramatic turn of events, a Chief Magistrate Court in Ifo, Ogun State, has sentenced the controversial singer to three months in prison following his altercation with police officers during an…
In recent weeks, the financial community in Nigeria has been rocked by the disturbing revelations surrounding CBEX, a so-called investment platform that turned out to be nothing more than an elaborate Ponzi scheme. In a powerful piece published on Nairametrics, veteran journalist and commentator Reuben Abati sheds light on the scandal and its far-reaching implications—not…
Are you preparing for the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) recruitment exams? If yes, then you’re in the right place! In this comprehensive post, we’ve compiled a selection of past questions and answers to help you get ready for the screening test. These questions are based on real exam formats from previous NPF recruitment exercises and…
