ABUJA, NIGERIA —In a powerful address at the United Nations House in Abuja, Nigeria’s Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, delivered a rallying call to the nation’s youth, urging them to take a leading role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the 2030 deadline. The dialogue, held to commemorate International Youth Day …
Nigeria is embarking on a new digital era with the unveiling of Project Bridge, a monumental initiative aimed at transforming the nation’s connectivity. Described by Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, as “the most ambitious digital infrastructure project in the country’s history,” this project is a key component of President Bola Ahmed …
Abuja,Nigeria — The Minister of Youth Development, Olawande Emmanuel Ayodele, has officially launched YouthCred, a new initiative under the National Credit Initiative. The program, which aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s June 12 Democracy Day commitment, is designed to provide fair, responsible, and flexible access to credit for young Nigerians. The platform, accessible at www.youthcred.com, is …
Abuja, Nigeria — In a major step toward achieving a $1 trillion economy, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Bill, 2025. This landmark legislation, now known as the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025, is set to modernize the nation’s insurance sector and drive significant economic growth. The new …
Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has once again proven its unrivaled dominance in African basketball. The team clinched a historic fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title after a commanding 78-64 victory over Mali in a thrilling final held at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This unprecedented achievement solidifies D’Tigress’s …
Abuja, Nigeria – A new dawn is breaking for aspiring homeowners across Nigeria! The Federal Government has unveiled an expansive, state-by-state homeownership and development program, set to revolutionize the nation’s housing landscape. This groundbreaking initiative, announced by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, at the 19th Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) in Abuja, aims …
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant move to equip its young population for the digital age, the Federal Government has officially rolled out the Youth Data Protection Awareness and Training (YDPAT) program. Launched at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, the initiative aims to train 5,000 youth by December 2025 and ultimately reach one million young Nigerians, positioning them …
Abuja, Nigeria – July 27, 2025 – Yesterday, July 26, 2025, will forever be etched in Nigeria’s sporting history as the nation’s female athletes delivered a series of breathtaking performances, firmly cementing their status as dominant forces on both African and global stages. From the basketball court to the badminton arena and the football pitch, Nigerian …
Taraba, Nigeria – In a significant move set to revolutionize cross-border commerce and foster regional integration, Nigeria has officially launched a monumental ₦70 billion road project. This ambitious undertaking will connect Taraba State in Nigeria directly to Cameroon, promising a new era of economic prosperity under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The project involves the construction of a crucial 35-kilometer …
Abuja, Nigeria – The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has announced the closure of its Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos today, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in honor of the late former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari. The closure aligns with the national public holiday declared by the Nigerian government to mourn the passing of the respected …
