Seafarers' Wrongful Arrests Worsen Global Labour Crisis
Baseless prosecution of seafarers for drug offences is worsening the global crew shortage and undermining maritime trade. Stakeholders demand legal reforms and a shift in focus to ship owners.
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NIMASA to leverage 2025 reforms for greater maritime impact
NIMASA outlines plans to consolidate 2025 successes, including IMO Council return and zero piracy, to advance Nigeria's Blue Economy agenda. Discover the agency's 2026 strategy.
Borno Governor Announces Major Rural Allowance Increase
Governor Babagana Zulum announces a 100% salary allowance for doctors and 40% for nurses in rural Borno to tackle healthcare staffing shortages. The move aims to compete with INGO salaries.
ACOMIN: Staff, Infrastructure Gaps Threaten PHCs
ACOMIN warns that staff shortages, stock-outs, and poor infrastructure are severely undermining service delivery in Nigeria's Primary Health Centres, eroding public trust and worsening health outcomes nationwide.
Seafarers Seek Tax Clarity Ahead of 2026 Regime
Nigerian maritime stakeholders call for tax exemptions and clear guidelines for seafarers before the 2026 tax reform. They warn the new regime could unfairly burden this vital workforce.
NSML revives SCDP, inducts 21 cadets for global maritime
NLNG Ship Management Limited relaunches its Seafarers Cadetship Development Programme, inducting 21 cadets from MAN Oron and NMU to address the global manpower shortage and boost Nigeria's maritime capacity.
Brain Drain Crisis: 60% of UNILAG Academics Have Left Nigeria
Nigeria's public universities are on the brink as thousands of lecturers emigrate. UNILAG lost 60% of its staff, causing a 1:60 student-teacher ratio. This crisis threatens accreditation and graduate quality nationwide. Read the full report.
Pastor's 'Shortage of Quality Men' Comment Sparks Debate
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo ignites a social media firestorm by claiming a widening quality gap between men and women, leading to a shortage of 'solid men' for marriage. Nigerians react fiercely.
Gas Shortage Causes Major Drop in Nigeria's Power Supply
Nigeria's national grid confirms a sharp drop in electricity supply nationwide due to gas constraints affecting generation companies. Learn the impact and historical context of the power crisis.
Pastor Warns of Crisis: Shortage of Quality Men for Marriage
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo raises alarm over a widening gap between quality men and women, warning many women may not find eligible husbands. He cites a crisis in male leadership.
Canada's 2026 Express Entry Pathway for Foreign Doctors
Canada launches a new Express Entry category in early 2026 to help foreign doctors, including Nigerians, gain permanent residence. This move addresses physician shortages and offers a dedicated route for skilled medical professionals.
NBSA Urges Voluntary Blood Donation Amid Critical Shortage
The National Blood Service Agency reveals Nigeria needs 2 million blood units yearly but collects less than 25%. Prof. Saleh Yuguda calls for voluntary donations to save lives.
Latvia's Gender Imbalance Forces Women to Hire 'Husband'
Facing Europe's worst gender gap, Latvian women turn to 'husband for an hour' services. Discover the social crisis behind this unique trend. Read more.
Stakeholders Warn of Collapsing Secondary Education System
Education stakeholders sound alarm over Nigeria's decaying secondary schools. Alumni of Gbongan Anglican Grammar School reveal shocking teacher shortages and infrastructure neglect. Urgent action needed to save future generations.
Telemedicine Can Solve Nigeria's Doctor Shortage
Health experts advocate telemedicine to address Nigeria's critical doctor shortage. With 1 doctor per 4,000 patients, digital health solutions offer hope for millions struggling to access care.
FG Unveils Online Classes Over 1.2m Teacher Shortage
Nigeria's Federal Government launches the Inspire Live(s)! online initiative to provide live, interactive lessons for students, addressing the critical shortage of over 1.2 million teachers nationwide.
Nigeria launches online classes for schools nationwide
Federal Government unveils Inspire Live(s)! online learning platform to address Nigeria's 1.2 million teacher shortage. Live classes now available for secondary schools across the country.
Christmas Airfares Hit N800,000 as Airlines Face Crisis
Air Peace, United Nigeria, Aero Contractors raise ticket prices to South-East routes as aircraft shortage bites. Return tickets now cost N800,000 for Christmas travel.
Memory Chip Crunch to Increase Gadget Prices
Shoppers face higher prices for phones and laptops as AI data centers consume memory chips. Experts warn of significant price increases through 2026. Learn how this affects Nigerian consumers.
Dutch suspend Nexperia takeover in China goodwill move
The Netherlands has suspended its proposed takeover of Chinese-owned chip maker Nexperia as a goodwill gesture toward Beijing. Learn how this decision affects global chip supply chains.
Christmas Airfares Jump 100% as Aircraft Numbers Drop
Nigerian airlines hike domestic airfares by over 100% for Christmas travel due to aircraft shortage. Lagos-Abuja flights now cost N150,000-N350,000. Read more about the travel crisis.
Central Asia's Energy Crisis Deepens Amid Water Shortage
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan face a severe energy crisis as water levels at key hydropower reservoirs plummet. Discover the causes and government responses to this critical situation.
Serbia's Winter Energy Crisis Deepens Amid Sanctions
Serbia faces severe winter energy crisis as US sanctions on Russian-owned NIS refinery threaten fuel supplies. With reserves depleting by November 25, Belgrade's diplomatic balancing act hits critical point. Read full analysis.
Gas Shortage Halts Geometric Power in Aba After 60 Days
Aba faces power outage after historic 60-day uninterrupted supply. Gas shortage from Heirs Energies disrupts Geometric Power operations. Learn how this affects Nigeria's industrial hub.
Dangote Refinery Sparks Cooking Gas Crisis in Nigeria
Nigeria faces an impending cooking gas crisis as Dangote Refinery unexpectedly hikes prices by 25%, triggering panic among dealers and consumers across the nation.
Nigeria's Urban Boom Outpaces Housing Development
As Nigerian cities experience explosive growth, housing development fails to keep pace, creating a severe affordability crisis and threatening urban stability across the nation.
Nigeria Cooking Gas Crisis: Prices Soar Amid Supply Issues
Nigerian households and businesses struggle as cooking gas scarcity hits major cities with depot owners increasing prices amid supply disruptions and logistical challenges.
Nigeria Needs 360,000 Doctors, $1B for Healthcare
Staggering new report reveals Nigeria requires massive investment and healthcare workforce expansion to meet WHO standards and prevent system collapse.
Gombe School Census Targets Education Reform
Gombe State government initiates comprehensive school census to identify and solve critical educational challenges, from infrastructure gaps to teacher shortages.
Nigeria needs $1bn, 360,000 doctors - Ex-LUTH CMD
Former LUTH Chief reveals Nigeria requires massive investment and hundreds of thousands of medical professionals to rescue collapsing healthcare infrastructure.
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