In a bold step towards revitalising the higher education landscape, Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has approved a sweeping increase in funding for four tertiary institutions, quadrupling their monthly allocations. According to a statement issued by Isah Abubakar-Tunga, the State’s Commissioner for Higher Education, the monthly cash allocation has risen from ₦10.5 million to…
The Federal Government has forged pivotal partnership with African Export-Import Bank (Afrexim Bank) and others toward ensuring that the creative and tourism sector contributes meaningfully to the nation’s economy. Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. Musawa said the partnerships were initiated and…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved 1.07 billion dollars for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) programme. The Federal Government also approved a N4.8 billion allocation for HIV treatment, Mr Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, said while addressing State House…
