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NOC Commends Sunshine Schools for Sports Course

Nigeria Olympic Committee hails Sunshine Schools, Ibadan, for hosting a successful 3-day Sports Administration Course, empowering over 20 coaches and sports managers with IOC-certified training.

Hearing-Impaired Seek Recognition, Empowerment in Nigeria

The Deaf Supporters Development Initiative calls on President Tinubu and Nigerians for employment opportunities and a permanent secretariat for the deaf community ahead of International Day for Persons with Disabilities.

Nigeria Ends Mother Tongue Education Policy

Nigeria's government cancels indigenous language teaching policy after WAEC, NECO failures surge. Education Minister cites evidence-based decision for English-only instruction.

Man Asks Oxford to Add 'Yerima' to Dictionary

A Nigerian man's viral Facebook post demands Oxford Dictionary include 'Yerima' with grammatical examples. His creative definitions spark nationwide reactions online.

44 Lawmakers Call for Nnamdi Kanu's Release

44 federal lawmakers from across Nigeria have written to President Tinubu, demanding Nnamdi Kanu's release and political dialogue to address Southeast tensions and national unity.

Healthcare Crisis for Nigeria's Deaf Community

9.5 million Nigerians with hearing impairment struggle to access proper healthcare due to lack of sign language interpreters in hospitals, leading to misdiagnosis and frustration.

Emadeb Records First Oil Production from Ibom Field

Emadeb Exploration and Production Company Limited has commenced commercial oil production from Ibom Field PPL 236, marking a significant milestone for Nigeria's upstream oil sector and indigenous operators.

Don Urges Reversal of Language Policy Suspension

Professor Aderemi Obilana calls on Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa to reverse the suspension of Nigeria's National Language Policy, citing UNESCO research and global best practices.

Legit.ng's Salisu Ibrahim wins INMA Africa scholarship

Salisu Ibrahim, Head of Hausa Desk at Legit.ng, has been selected for INMA's inaugural Africa Emerging Leaders Scholarship among 17 media professionals. Discover how this achievement highlights indigenous-language journalism.

British Council Trains 1M English Teachers in Africa

The British Council provides free professional development resources to over one million English teachers across sub-Saharan Africa annually. Learn how this initiative is transforming education.

FG Cancels Mother Tongue Policy for English

The Federal Government has cancelled the national policy on indigenous languages in schools. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa announced English will now be the primary medium of instruction from pre-primary to tertiary levels to improve learning outcom

NYSC 2025 Batch C Orientation Begins November 19

NYSC confirms 2025 Batch C orientation course starts November 19 across all camps. Registration runs November 19-21 with swearing-in on November 21. Closing ceremony scheduled for December 9.

Nigeria's 500+ Languages: Beyond English & Pidgin

Explore Nigeria's incredible linguistic diversity with over 500 indigenous languages alongside English and Pidgin. Learn about major languages like Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo that shape the nation's cultural identity.

Kano Makes Hausa Official School Language

Kano State Assembly passes groundbreaking bill making Hausa the primary language for teaching in early education, marking a significant shift in Nigeria's educational landscape.

Ohiri's 20-Year Cultural Renaissance in Nigeria

Discover how Chief Dr. Chukwuma Ohiri's two-decade cultural journey is revolutionizing Igbo heritage preservation through art, education, and community engagement in Nigeria.

ChatGPT Speaks Igbo in Viral Nigerian Woman's Video

A Nigerian woman's casual Igbo greeting to ChatGPT sparked an unexpected response that has taken social media by storm, showcasing AI's cultural adaptability in a way that left netizens in stitches.

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