Education

Kwara Education Ministry leverages radio -based learning for new term

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The Kwara State government is launching a UNICEF-supported radio learning initiative to provide resilient, accessible education, particularly in security-compromised areas where physical schools remain closed. This hybrid strategy of reopening most schools while deploying broadcast lessons demonstrates a pragmatic, multi-channel approach to maintaining educational continuity amid instability. The program leverages existing infrastructure to reach vulnerable students, offering a scalable model for other regions facing similar disruptions. This action reflects a critical insight: in crisis scenarios, education systems must innovate beyond traditional classrooms to ensure no

Economy/Business

Tax Reforms: strategy, timing, trust will determine success – CPPE

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The success of Nigeria’s ambitious tax reform hinges not on its sound legislative design but on its politically sensitive and economically realistic implementation. Given current economic fragility and public reform fatigue, a rigid, enforcement-heavy approach risks triggering resistance and eroding trust before benefits materialize. While the framework offers commendable pro-welfare and private-sector relief provisions, its ultimate credibility depends on being treated as an adaptive process, not a one-off event, with careful sequencing to align with social and economic realities.

General News

Cleric urges sustenance of peace, security in Nigeria

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A Nigerian religious leader leverages a New Year’s address to issue a strategic call for government action, framing national security and citizen welfare as fundamental moral imperatives. While offering measured praise for existing efforts, the message underscores a critical deficit in public safety and the urgent need for concrete plans to address displacement and crime. This positions the clergy not merely as spiritual guides but as key societal stakeholders applying moral pressure for tangible governance outcomes. The appeal uniquely intertwines scriptural authority with civic duty, advocating for a citizenry

Education

Kebbi Govt. orders resumption of urban schools on Monday

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The Kebbi State Government has mandated the reopening of urban public and private schools, implementing specific security measures to protect students and staff. This directive strategically excludes schools in remote or vulnerable areas, indicating a risk-aware, phased approach to resumption. The government is actively urging parental cooperation to ensure a smooth return, highlighting a coordinated effort between authorities and communities. This move reflects a prioritization of educational continuity balanced with localized security assessments.

General News

25 dead, 14 missing in Yobe boat mishap

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A tragic boat capsizing in Yobe State, Nigeria, has resulted in 25 fatalities and 14 missing persons, primarily impacting farmers and traders returning from daily commerce. This disaster underscores the severe risks associated with essential riverine transport in vulnerable communities, where safety protocols are often inadequate. The immediate mobilization of state emergency teams and local volunteers highlights the critical reliance on coordinated, localized response efforts in such crises. Ultimately, this event reveals a systemic infrastructure gap, where routine economic travel carries disproportionate danger, demanding

Defence/Security

Troops neutralise over 23 bandits in Kano-Katsina onslaught

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A coordinated military operation in Nigeria’s Kano and Katsina states successfully neutralized over 23 bandits, demonstrating the critical impact of intelligence-led, multi-component tactics. The operation leveraged precise aerial strikes and ground surveillance to target militants during a vulnerable convergence, following earlier engagements. This action underscores a strategic shift towards proactive, intelligence-driven responses that disrupt militant activities before they escalate. The outcome reinforces that sustained, integrated military pressure is essential for maintaining regional stability in affected areas.

Elections

Movement ratifies state, diaspora directors to strengthen 2027 election strategy

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The City Boy Movement is strategically consolidating its political structure by formalizing a network of State and Diaspora Directors, signaling a disciplined, long-term campaign for the 2027 General Elections. This move prioritizes dual-track mobilization, aiming to solidify grassroots organization domestically while systematically harnessing the influence and resources of the diaspora. The appointments reflect a calculated effort to build a unified, nationwide leadership framework essential for scaling political impact. This institutional groundwork positions the movement not merely as a support group, but as a

Economy/Business

New Tax Act set to plug revenue leakages in oil, gas sector — expert

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Nigeria’s new Tax Act 2025 represents a landmark fiscal reform, consolidating fragmented laws into a unified code to curb revenue leakages and boost investor confidence through a streamlined tax structure. A key innovation is the 15% Minimum Effective Tax Rate, aligning with global standards to guarantee a minimum contribution from multinational oil companies and prevent tax avoidance. The reform also simplifies the fiscal burden by replacing multiple levies with a single 4% Development Levy, while strategically introducing energy transition surcharges. Ultimately

Defence/Security

Army sustains operational gains across theatres, kills scores of terrorists

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The Nigerian Army reports sustained, nationwide operational momentum, neutralizing significant terrorist threats and disrupting criminal networks through coordinated, intelligence-led strikes across multiple regions. Key successes include preempting suicide bombings in the North-East, foiling planned community attacks in the North-West with air-ground synergy, and dismantling logistics networks through arrests and seizures. This demonstrates a proactive shift towards preventing attacks rather than merely responding, heavily reliant on civilian intelligence. The military’s commitment to maintaining this pressure, coupled with prioritized troop welfare,

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