Fed Govt Bans Creation of New Federal Universities, Polytechnics, Colleges of Education for Seven Years
The Federal Government has imposed a seven-year ban on establishing new federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, citing under-utilised institutions, overstretched resources, and declining academic standards.
16 Inmates Escape from Keffi Prison
The Nigerian Correctional Service has confirmed the escape of 16 inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Keffi, Nasarawa State, after a violent security breach in the early hours of Tuesday. Seven have been recaptured while a manhunt is underway for the remaining nine.
FG Reduces KWAM 1’s Flight Ban to One Month
The Federal Government has reduced Fuji musician KWAM 1’s six-month flight ban to one month after consultations with aviation stakeholders, also naming him an ambassador for airport security protocols.
President Tinubu Appoints New NERC Chairman, Two Commissioners
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abdullahi Garba Ramat as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), alongside two commissioners, pending Senate confirmation.
NCAA Bans KWAM 1 from Flying for Six Months; Keyamo Directs Placement on No-Fly List
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has banned Fuji musician KWAM 1 from flying for six months over an airport altercation, while Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has ordered his placement on a no-fly list pending investigation.
