Author: Oluwakorede Akanbi
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has sounded the alarm over fraudulent websites impersonating the official NELFUND student loan portal, urging students, parents, and guardians to remain vigilant and verify information before submitting sensitive data. In an official statement issued in Abuja by the Fund’s Director of Strategic Communications, Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, NELFUND clarified that a fake message has been spreading online. The misleading message falsely claims President Bola Tinubu directed the reopening of the NELFUND student loan portal and includes a link to a counterfeit website. “We wish to categorically state that this website is FAKE, and the information contained…
The Super Falcons’ win over Ghana on Sunday night in Casablanca has given Nigeria a timely lift as they gear up for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In an entertaining warm-up match, the Nigerian women’s team defeated the Black Queens 3-1, thanks to goals from Chiwendu Ihezuo, Asisat Oshoala, and captain Rasheedat Ajibade. This Super Falcons win over Ghana came at a crucial time, offering head coach Justin Madugu and his squad confidence and momentum heading into the continental tournament starting this weekend. Dominant first-half display Nigeria took control after a balanced opening, breaking the deadlock in…
The Raphael Onyedika transfer saga is heating up this summer, with West Ham United emerging as the frontrunner to sign the Nigerian midfielder from Club Brugge. While several European clubs have shown interest, it is the Hammers and Everton who appear most serious, with reports suggesting West Ham have made a “concrete” bid for the 23-year-old. Valued at €30 million, Onyedika has quickly become one of the most talked-about midfield prospects in Europe. The Nigerian international joined Club Brugge in 2022 from Danish side Midtjylland for €9.5 million, and has since impressed with his dynamic performances, versatility, and physical presence…
The Jeff Bezos Venice wedding is officially the most talked-about celebrity event of the year. This multi-day extravaganza has transformed the floating city into a private playground for the world’s elite. With festivities already underway, the union of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Emmy-winning journalist and pilot Lauren Sánchez is making headlines not just for its sheer opulence, but also for the social, cultural, and political ripple effects it’s causing in Venice and beyond. Bezos and Sánchez arrived in Venice on Wednesday, setting off a three-day marathon of high-profile gatherings that reportedly cost between €40–48 million. The couple, engaged since…
In a major push for the advancement of local capacity in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, the Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) have inaugurated a Joint Technical Committee (JTC) to drive compliance with local content standards at the world’s largest single-train refinery. This strategic collaboration reflects a renewed commitment to implement and expand local content initiatives during the operational phase of the Dangote Refinery, located at the Lekki Free Trade Zone in Lagos State. The move comes at a crucial time for Nigeria’s energy sector and aligns with the provisions of the Nigerian Oil…
Arsenal is in talks to sign Cristhian Mosquera as manager. Mikel Arteta intensifies the club’s transfer activity ahead of the 2025/26 season. The 20-year-old Valencia defender has emerged as a key target to bolster Arsenal’s backline, with multiple reports confirming that negotiations are at an advanced stage. The Gunners have made securing defensive reinforcements a priority, especially with Takehiro Tomiyasu’s ongoing fitness issues and the need for quality rotation behind first-choice pairing William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes. Mosquera, a Spain Under-21 international, has impressed with his consistency and maturity, having played 90 minutes in 37 of Valencia’s 38 La Liga…
In a major development poised to reshape Nigeria’s fiscal future, Tinubu signs tax reform bills into law, introducing a sweeping overhaul of the country’s tax administration system. The ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, June 26, 2025, where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gave his assent to four landmark tax reform bills passed by the National Assembly. The bills signed include: Nigeria Tax Bill Nigeria Tax Administration Bill Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill The reform package is seen as one of the most ambitious fiscal interventions in Nigeria’s recent history, with…
Netflix has officially ignited fan frenzy with the Squid Game Season 3 release, dropping the first six minutes of what promises to be the franchise’s darkest and most emotionally devastating chapter yet. With a global release date of June 27, the streamer has given viewers an early glimpse into the high-stakes chaos awaiting them in this final installment. Directed once again by Hwang Dong-hyuk, Squid Game Season 3 begins exactly where Season 2’s brutal cliffhanger left off. But this time, the emotional toll is front and center. In the chilling opening scene, red-suited guards carry in a familiar black coffin.…
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially postponed the opening of its CDCFIB recruitment portal to Monday, July 14, 2025. Originally scheduled to go live on June 26, 2025, the portal is the designated platform for Nigerians to apply for vacancies across four key paramilitary agencies. The announcement, signed by the Secretary to the Board, Maj.-Gen. Abdulmalik Jubril (retd), was released on Wednesday and confirmed that applications will now be received exclusively through the newly designated web address, recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng. The Board emphasized that all applications remain free of charge, cautioning applicants to avoid fraudsters and…
Canada has introduced significant updates to its post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility rules, with immediate implications for international students, particularly those enrolled in non-degree programs. The update, which took effect on June 25, 2025, aligns with broader immigration policy reforms and labour market priorities under the country’s Express Entry system. The post-graduation work permit is a key pathway for international students to gain Canadian work experience and eventually transition to permanent residency. However, recent adjustments signal a more focused and selective approach, aimed at matching international education to real workforce needs. What changed in 2025 According to Immigration, Refugees and…