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11 Almajiri Pupils Die In Kaduna

3 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Martins Ayotunde

[mc4wp_form id=33047] A tragic incident on Monday claimed the lives of 11 almajiri pupils in Yardoka village, Kubau Local Government Area of Kaduna State, when a sand heap collapsed on a group of almajiri pupils.
‘I Cried Almost Every Night’ - Actress Confirms Separation From Husband

4 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Justina Simon

[mc4wp_form id=33047] Nollywood actress Abiola Adebayo has confirmed her separation from husband Oluwaseyi Akinrinde, and revealed that they’ve been living apart since April 2024. The actress announced this via an Instagram post on Tuesday. In a post that began with birthday wishes to her now ex-husband, Adebayo referred to Akinrinde as her “baby daddy” and prayed for blessings and peace upon his life. “Happy birthday to my ex-husband and my baby daddy.
Ebonyi Lawmaker Awards Scholarships To 200 Orphans

4 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Iro Oliver Stanley

[mc4wp_form id=33047] The member representing Ikwo/Ezza South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Chinedu Ogah, has announced that he has awarded scholarships to over 200 orphans as part of his constituency empowerment initiatives. The initiative, according to the lawmaker, is aimed at providing access to quality education and helping them realise their full potential.
Mokwa Flood Not Caused By Kainji, Jebba Dams Releases - Minister

4 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Justina Simon

[mc4wp_form id=33047] The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr Joseph Utsev, has debunked claims linking the recent flood disaster in Mokwa, Niger State, to water releases from the Kainji and Jebba Dams. He clarified this during a press conference held in Abuja on Tuesday, where he attributed the tragic incident to extreme weather conditions and non-adherence to flood warnings.
Drop In Oil Price May Cut FG’s Projected Revenue By ₦1.8trn - Analysts

4 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Chris Ugwu

[mc4wp_form id=33047] A sharp drop in global oil prices, aggravated by deepening trade tensions between the United States and China, could cost Nigeria an estimated ₦1.8tn in lost revenue in 2025, analysts at BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, have warned. The analysts say the projected shortfall—equivalent to 4.8 per cent of Nigeria’s 2025 federal revenue estimate—could severely undermine the Federal Government’s economic and security reform ambitions.
Ten Banks Get Approval To Provide Low Interest Housing Loans For Civil Servants

5 days ago | thewhistler.ng | IFEANYI ONUBA

[mc4wp_form id=33047] As part of measures to improve housing access for federal employees, the federal government has unveiled a new mortgage scheme aimed at reducing the cost and entry requirements for home ownership among civil servants. Launched in Abuja on Monday, the initiative is being driven by a partnership between the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL), and ARM Investment Managers, the fund managers of the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF).
Investors To Get 17.12% Returns On FGN Savings Bonds

5 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Chris Ugwu

[mc4wp_form id=33047] The Debt Management Office (DMO) has opened the subscription window for the June 2025 issuance of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Savings Bonds, offering attractive annual interest rates of 16.121 per cent and 17.121 per cent for two- and three-year tenors, respectively. This offering presents a fresh opportunity for retail investors, including individuals and institutions, to earn competitive fixed returns on low-risk government-backed securities.
Beggars, Scavengers Pose Security Threat In Abuja - Wike

5 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Justina Simon

[mc4wp_form id=33047] …Seeks Dismissal Of N500m Suit The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has told a Federal High Court in Abuja that the rising population of scavengers, beggars, and homeless people in the FCT constitutes a serious security threat to the city and its residents.
Prioritise AI To Overcome Development Challenges, Microsoft Urges FG

5 days ago | thewhistler.ng | Chris Ugwu

[mc4wp_form id=33047] Microsoft has called on Nigeria to urgently prioritise artificial intelligence (AI) as a national development strategy, positioning the technology as a powerful tool for addressing widespread socio-economic challenges and reducing inequality. This appeal follows the launch of a comprehensive new white paper titled “AI in Nigeria”, produced by Microsoft in collaboration with PwC Nigeria and Lagos Business School.
Customs, FIRS, Others Remit N7.4tn Into Federation Account In Three Months

5 days ago | thewhistler.ng | IFEANYI ONUBA

[mc4wp_form id=33047] The Federation Account recorded a total revenue inflow of N7.4tn in the first quarter of 2025. This is based on figures obtained by the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). The remittances were made by the Federal Inland Revenue Service, the Nigerian Customs Service, and other revenue-generating agencies of government.