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WORLD3h agoNigeria seeks more Hungary scholarship slots for students…Ambassador Braimah asks Tempus Foundation to increase allocation By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Nigeria’s Ambassador to Hungary, Engr. Abass Braimah, has called for an increase in the number of scholarship slots allocated to Nigerian students under the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme. Braimah made the appeal on Tuesday during a working visit to the headquarters of […] The post Nigeria seeks more Hungary scholarship slots for students appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD4h agoUBEC: $552m World Bank grant targets 29m Nigerian children, 500,000 teachersThe Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, has unveiled an ambitious plan to reach 29 million Nigerian children with improved basic education under a $552.18 million World Bank-supported programme, warning state governments that failure to provide the required funding could jeopardise its implementation. The post UBEC: $552m World Bank grant targets 29m Nigerian children, 500,000 teachers appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD6h agoNigerian man, Adebayo arrested in Canada after exposing self to three victimsA Nigerian man has been arrested in Canada after allegedly exposing himself to three victims in separate incidents aboard Toronto's public transit system. The post Nigerian man, Adebayo arrested in Canada after exposing self to three victims appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD6h agoNigeria 5-0 Comoros: Five big takeaways as Super Falcons prepare for big Morocco testBeyond the scoreline, the performance offered interim coach Augustine Eguavoen encouraging signs of a team beginning to rediscover its defensive solidity while exploring fresh possibilities in attack The post Nigeria 5-0 Comoros: Five big takeaways as Super Falcons prepare for big Morocco test appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD8h agoNigeria ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‍‍​‌‍​‌‌​condemns attacks on fellow Africans, demands action against xenophobiaThe Federal Government expressed its concern during the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of a new political declaration against racism and racial discrimination. The post Nigeria ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‍‍​‌‍​‌‌​condemns attacks on fellow Africans, demands action against xenophobia appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD9h agoNigerians warned against relocating to Indonesia without business plansNigerians seeking greener pastures in Indonesia have been advised to invest in their home country rather than relocate without viable business plans, as employment opportunities for foreigners are limited and setting up businesses requires substantial capital. The Charge d’Affaires ad interim of the Nigerian Embassy in Jakarta, Eze Nduka, gave the advice while speaking to […] The post Nigerians warned against relocating to Indonesia without business plans appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD16h agoU.S. Mission honours Olu Jacobs, seven other Nigerian creativesBy Ayo Onikoyi The United States Mission in Nigeria has honoured veteran actor Olu Jacobs and seven other Nigerian creative industry leaders for their contributions to strengthening professional and commercial ties between Hollywood and Nollywood. The recognition took place at an event organised by the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos under the theme, “Reel Connections […] The post U.S. Mission honours Olu Jacobs, seven other Nigerian creatives appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD19h agoNigeria condemns death of citizen in South African police custodyThe consulate said reports that Mr Odueze was tortured by police officers before his death had caused shock and pain to his family, the Nigerian community and Nigeria’s two diplomatic missions in South Africa. The post Nigeria condemns death of citizen in South African police custody appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD23h agoKanu, Toni Payne Bag Brace As Nigeria’s Super Falcons Rout Comoros In Olympic QualifiersThe victory means the Super Falcons have reached the third round of the African qualifiers for the women’s football event of the Olympic Games with a 7-0 aggregate victory over the Southern Africans. The post Kanu, Toni Payne Bag Brace As Nigeria’s Super Falcons Rout Comoros In Olympic Qualifiers appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLD1d agoNigeria vs Comoros Preview: Super Falcons eye third-round ticket in Olympic raceAlthough Nigeria remain firmly in control of the contest, Eguavoen’s side will need to combine defensive discipline with greater efficiency in front of goal to avoid giving Comoros any hope of mounting a comeback The post Nigeria vs Comoros Preview: Super Falcons eye third-round ticket in Olympic race appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoOriental Energy’s Uwem Ite elected chairman of Nigeria’s greening education instituteUwem Ite, an oil industry stakeholder at Oriental Energy Resources, will lead the institute as it begins implementing a five-year strategy to advance environmental education and green skills in Nigeria. The post Oriental Energy’s Uwem Ite elected chairman of Nigeria’s greening education institute appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoRugby League: Nigeria becomes first African country in IRL accelerator programmeAccording to the IRL, its Strategy Committee conducted a months-long selection process involving four invited applicants from the MEA region, from which Nigeria emerged The post Rugby League: Nigeria becomes first African country in IRL accelerator programme appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoUEFA Champions League: Osimhen, Lookman lead Nigerian stars facing tough European testsNone of the Nigerian players featured so far secured a victory on the opening matchday, leaving plenty to play for as they look to make a stronger impression in Europe’s premier club competition The post UEFA Champions League: Osimhen, Lookman lead Nigerian stars facing tough European tests appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoInsecurity, funding gaps hamper Bible translation, language development in Nigeria — NBTTNBTT's Executive Director, Patience Toma, disclosed this in Jos, Plateau State, on Monday during activities marking its 50th anniversary. The post Insecurity, funding gaps hamper Bible translation, language development in Nigeria — NBTT appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoAMATO demands justice for assaulted truckers by foreigners in NigeriaBy Godwin Oritse The Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) has condemned the alleged assault, molestation and dehumanising treatment of a Nigerian truck driver, Mr. Rilwan Olajide, and his motor boy, Mr. Taiwo Yinusa, at the premises of Karma Agric Feed & Foods Ltd, located at Km 12, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, opposite the old Ratcoc Quarry, […] The post AMATO demands justice for assaulted truckers by foreigners in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD1d agoJennifer Meyer marries Nigerian billionaire’s son Geoffrey Ogunlesi in HawaiiAmerican jewellery designer Jennifer Meyer, 49, has married Geoffrey Ogunlesi, 34, the son of Nigerian billionaire lawyer and investment banker Adebayo Ogunlesi. The post Jennifer Meyer marries Nigerian billionaire’s son Geoffrey Ogunlesi in Hawaii appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD1d agoEFCC arraigns Nigerian-American over alleged $320,000 vehicle import fraudEFCC said it arrested him in July over allegations that he was involved in a syndicate operating from the United States. The post EFCC arraigns Nigerian-American over alleged $320,000 vehicle import fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoNAPTIP receives 105 Nigerians rescued from syndicates in GhanaThe repatriation comes as PREMIUM TIMES investigations expose how traffickers exploit conflict, displacement and economic hardship to recruit Nigerians, including children from vulnerable communities in Benue State. The post NAPTIP receives 105 Nigerians rescued from syndicates in Ghana appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD1d agoNigeria, Norway Partner On Satellite Surveillance To Curb Illegal Fishing, Protect Marine ResourcesThe Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, raised concerns over foreign vessels plundering local fish stocks and reselling the catch to Nigerians at exorbitant rates. The post Nigeria, Norway Partner On Satellite Surveillance To Curb Illegal Fishing, Protect Marine Resources appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLD2d agoNigerian tailor targets Guinness record with 120-hour sewing marathonA Kano-based fashion designer, Abdulkadir Hassanul Basari, is attempting to set a new Guinness World Record by sewing continuously for 120 hours. The post Nigerian tailor targets Guinness record with 120-hour sewing marathon appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD2d agoMy Nigerian pastor inspired me to speak out on Christian persecution — Nicki Minaj“For Nigeria personally, my pastor is from Nigeria, so I have a link to Nigeria because of him. And of course, I have a lot of Nigerian barbs, but what I started seeing was the brutality with which Christians are being treated there just for being Christian,” she said. The post My Nigerian pastor inspired me to speak out on Christian persecution — Nicki Minaj appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD2d agoNigerian University to honour Ghanaian President John Mahama todayThe University of Offa’s decision to honour Mr Mahama therefore carries significance beyond the award itself. It provides an opportunity to celebrate a prominent African leader. The post Nigerian University to honour Ghanaian President John Mahama today appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLD2d ago113 Million Nigerians Are Deprived Of Health, Education, Living Standards — UNAccording to the report, the average poor Nigerian lacks 55 per cent of health, education and living standards, while 28. 7 per cent are “severely poor”. The post 113 Million Nigerians Are Deprived Of Health, Education, Living Standards — UN appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WORLD2d agoWhy I defend persecuted Christians in Nigeria — Nicki MinajThe rapper called for more influential voices to draw attention to violence against Christians in Nigeria, saying the issue receives insufficient global attention The post Why I defend persecuted Christians in Nigeria — Nicki Minaj appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times