The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced plans to pay stipends to 10,000 interns starting in December. Each intern will receive a monthly stipend of N50,000 as part of an initiative aimed at empowering youth in the Niger Delta region. This program is part of the NDDC’s efforts to provide skills development and job…

Power has finally been restored in Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe, and Benue states after a ten-day blackout that affected several northern states. The disruption began due to the tripping of the 330kV transmission line between Benue and Enugu, causing widespread distress among residents and impacting daily life and businesses. In response, President Tinubu directed the Minister…

Calvin Cloete, a 38-year-old South African man, was sentenced to two life terms and an additional 31 years in prison for the brutal rape and murder of his 21-year-old ex-girlfriend, Carmen Gouws. This ruling was handed down by the High Court of South Africa in Vredendal. Cloete attacked Gouws with an axe on October 7,…

The Benue State government is set to shut down 2,100 primary and secondary schools that are operating illegally as part of a crackdown to ensure educational institutions meet regulatory standards. This initiative, led by the Benue State Bureau for Education Quality Assurance (BEQA) under the direction of Dr. Terna Francis, aims to address the proliferation…

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The situation in Benue, particularly in the Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, highlights severe challenges due to persistent insecurity. The prolonged closure of over 20 schools, 13 clinics, and 23 markets due to criminal activities has disrupted essential services, impacting education, healthcare, and economic stability. Local government chairman Justine Shaku aims to rebuild critical infrastructure, focusing…

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently announced a 50 basis point hike in its Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), raising it to 27.25%—an aggressive measure aimed at curbing persistent inflation, which has been a significant economic challenge. This decision, made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), underscores the CBN’s commitment to controlling inflation by tightening…

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has been making significant strides with her latest album, The Year I Turned 21. This album, which delves into themes of growth, love, and self-discovery, debuted at No. 195 on the U.S. Billboard 200, making Ayra the first female Nigerian artist to achieve this milestone. The album also made its debut…

Currently, the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) is conducting a large-scale Computer-Based Test (CBT) as part of a recruitment drive to fill over 9,000 teaching positions. This initiative, running through October 28, 2024, is expected to process more than 74,000 applicants, and SUBEB has emphasized transparency throughout the selection process. The board’s Executive…