Prof. Timothy Ashibel Anake has been appointed the 6th substantive Vice-Chancellor of Covenant University, widely recognised as the top-ranked university in Nigeria and West Africa by Times Higher Education. Prof. Timothy Ashibel Anake, a trailblazing academic, mathematician, and visionary leader, hails from Ketting-Bendi in Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. His journey began in the modest classrooms of Ketting Primary School and Community Comprehensive Secondary School, Four Towns, Uyo. His passion for mathematics led him to the University of Uyo for his B.Sc., followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Ibadan and Covenant University.…
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The Federal Government has declared Friday, May 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s International Workers’ Day, in honour of Nigerian workers and their contributions to national development. The announcement was made by Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior,on behalf of the Federal Government. In a statement released on Wednesday by Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the ministry, the minister congratulated workers across the country and praised their resilience, dedication, and commitment to duty. According to the statement, Workers’ Day remains an important annual occasion that provides the government with an opportunity to recognise the vital role of the…
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced plans to sell a 60 per cent stake in its fintech subsidiaries, MoMo Payment Service Bank and Y’ello Digital Financial Services (YDF), to its parent company in a ₦152.06 billion transaction. The deal will see MTN Group acquire majority ownership through its fintech arm, MTN Group Fintech B.V., while MTN Nigeria retains a 40 per cent stake. The proposal was disclosed in a shareholder FAQ ahead of the company’s Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 30, 2026, where investors will vote on the transaction. According to MTN Nigeria, the restructuring aligns with MTN Group’s…
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has denied allegations that it manipulated the corporate records of DAAR Communications PLC following a recent cyberattack on its digital system. The Commission made the clarification in a public notice shared on its official X account on April 29, 2026, describing the claims as false and misleading. CAC said the integrity of all company records on its portal remains intact, insisting that no data was altered, tampered with, or compromised despite the reported cyber incident. “The allegation is false and misleading. No data of any company was manipulated, tampered with, or altered,” the Commission stated,…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the 2026 Direct Entry registration deadline to May 8, 2026, and approved five additional centres to ease congestion and improve access for prospective candidates nationwide. The announcement was made in a statement by Fabian Benjamin, Public Communication Advisor to the Board, as part of efforts to ensure no eligible candidate is excluded from the admission process. According to JAMB, the extension is designed to reduce pressure on existing registration centres and give candidates more time to complete their applications. “As part of measures aimed at ensuring that no Direct Entry prospective…
Four months after the expiration of Nigeria’s National Broadband Plan (NNBP) 2020–2025, telecom operators are intensifying calls for a new, execution-driven broadband policy to accelerate digital infrastructure growth. Industry players say the country’s next roadmap must focus less on ambitious targets and more on practical implementation, stronger coordination, and policy alignment across federal and state governments. The push follows a performance review of the outgoing plan, which stakeholders say fell short in key areas such as infrastructure rollout and policy execution. Data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) shows broadband penetration reached just 51.97 per cent by December 2025, well below…
Nigerian workers are facing worsening living standards as rising inflation continues to erode the value of their earnings, the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has warned. In a policy brief signed by Muda Yusuf, its Chief Executive Officer, the organisation said persistent increases in the cost of living are undermining recent wage adjustments and placing households under growing financial pressure. According to CPPE, the current focus on salary increases is not enough to address the broader economic challenges confronting workers. While wage reviews remain important, the group stressed that they cannot keep pace with inflation, which continues…
NESCAFÉ, Nigeria’s leading coffee brand, is pleased to announce the launch of its nationwide Next Level Promo, running from April to June 2026. The campaign offers consumers over ₦80 million in cash and meaningful prizes that support entrepreneurial growth. During the campaign, consumers stand a chance to win cash, airtime, laptops, professional cameras, makeup kits, sewing machines, and access to exclusive masterclasses. Participation is simple: purchase any NESCAFÉ Original 3-in-1 promo pack from a participating store. Each pack contains a unique code. Dial *7022# and follow the prompts to enter your code for a chance to win. Winners will be…
P+ Measurement Services Limited (P+) has won the media monitoring and intelligence business for the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) following a competitive and rigorous pitch process involving four agencies. The selection process assessed strategic thinking, execution capability, and the ability to deliver timely, decision-ready intelligence. P+ distinguished itself through its strength in near real-time media monitoring, advanced measurement frameworks, and performance audit systems designed to support complex institutions with multiple stakeholder interests. Under the engagement, P+ will provide continuous media intelligence across NSIA’s operations and affiliated interests, delivering insight-driven analysis to strengthen reputation management, stakeholder engagement, and communication performance. P+ brings a…
A small-scale grocery seller from Plateau State, Ejiofor Akujieze, has emerged the grand prize winner of ₦5 million in the Golden Morn Golden Hunt, a nationwide consumer campaign by Nestlé Nigeria that rewarded Nigerians with a total of ₦80 million in cash and prizes. Akujieze, who expressed surprise at his win, described the moment as life-changing. “It came as a shock to me. I won ₦5 million, and it will go a long way. I am very grateful,” he said, noting that the prize will support the expansion of his grocery business. The Golden Morn Golden Hunt, which commenced in…