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Economic hardship or reform: Why fewer Nigerians study abroad?
Nigeria's education minister claims fewer students are leaving for foreign universities. Is this due to policy success or economic hardship? The debate continues.
Category : Public Service
Media Must Hold All Government Tiers Accountable
President Tinubu urges media to hold states and local governments accountable. The article examines constitutional duties, revenue allocation, and challenges in ensuring transparency across Nigeria's three tiers.
Institute Urges New Mindset for Effective Leadership
Isi Igenegba of Isi Benedicta Institute calls for radical retraining of the mind as prerequisite for effective leadership, citing governance gaps and need for unity.
OYSIEC Charges Officers on Diligent, Patriotic Duties
OYSIEC Chairman Dr. Afees Adeniyi calls on electoral officers to remain neutral and avoid misconduct ahead of the 2026 local government elections in Oyo State.
Taraba Governor Approves 111 Political Aides
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has approved the appointment of 111 political aides, including special advisers and assistants, to strengthen grassroots governance and political coordination across the state.
NUJ Seeks Regulatory Council for Journalism in Nigeria
NUJ Delta chairman calls for a regulatory council to strengthen journalism practice and protect journalists' welfare, urging continuous professional development.
Ogun Stakeholders Back Akingbade for Fourth Term
Stakeholders, traditional leaders, and market women from over 750 villages in Afon town endorse Hon. Jemili Adigun Akingbade for a fourth term in Ogun State House of Assembly.
Tinubu Appoints Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko to Commodity Exchange Board
President Tinubu appoints Mrs Arinola Ogbara-Banjoko as Non-Executive Director on the Nigeria Commodity Exchange board, replacing Mrs Bamidele Hussein.
Dr. Goje Assumes Office as Acting SSG of Yobe State
Dr. Mohammed Goje formally assumes office as acting Secretary to the Yobe State Government, pledging enhanced service delivery and coordination across MDAs.
Senator Yar’adua Flags Off ₦1.5bn Empowerment in Katsina
Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’adua launches a ₦1.586 billion empowerment program in Katsina Central, distributing vehicles, motorcycles, and cash to constituents.
CCII Warns Politicians: Olubadan Stool Is Sacred
The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes warns politicians against disrespecting the Olubadan, calling the traditional stool sacred and central to Ibadan identity.
FG, SSANU, NASU talks deadlock over salary dispute
Negotiations between the Federal Government and non-teaching staff unions SSANU and NASU ended in deadlock on Monday in Abuja, with the strike continuing.
HRA Chairman Backs Hamzat Ahead of APC Primary
Human Rights Association chairman Saad Kassis-Mohamed endorses Lagos Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat for 2027 governorship, citing performance and human rights alignment.
Gombe, Cross River Governors Stress Press Freedom
Governors of Gombe and Cross River states urge journalists to uphold ethics and press freedom, highlighting the role of media in development and democracy.
Where is Dr. Akinwumi Adesina? A Call for Nigeria
Martins Oloja questions why Nigeria's top intellectuals like Dr. Adesina are not recruited into political parties, urging leaders to embrace merit-based governance.
Waste Managers Back Hamzat for Lagos Governor
The Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria endorses Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat for Lagos governor, citing his experience and competence.
Strong Systems, Not Individuals, Key to Public Service Reform
Babatunde Fashola says lasting public service reform requires strong systems, clear processes, and accountability, not reliance on individuals.
Residency in Nigeria: Fear vs Integration Hope
Exploring Nigeria's struggle with residency, caught between historical fears of domination and the promise of national integration and belonging.
SSANU Threatens Indefinite Strike from May 1
SSANU warns of a total strike from May 1, 2026, over stalled negotiations with the Federal Government, demanding wage arrears and rejecting a unilateral 30% salary increase.
Avoiding Strategy Without Execution: The Costly Illusion
Strategy without execution is a costly illusion. Learn how to close the gap between planning and results with clarity, accountability, and discipline.
Minister Pate Praised for 2,777 Jobs in Bauchi
Pate Youth Ambassadors Initiatives lauds Minister Pate for employing 2,777 youths in Bauchi, endorses Tinubu for second term, and backs Pate for 2027 governorship.
Alausa Under Fire Over Social Science Job Comments
Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa's claim that social science students face bleak job prospects sparks backlash from academics and analysts, who argue the job crisis is structural.
NRC Boss Reaffirms Commitment to Workforce Training
NRC Managing Director Dr. Kayode Opeifa reiterates commitment to continuous workforce training to boost operational efficiency and align with global standards at NIPR Week in Kaduna.
NUP Hails Kaduna Governor Over N4.289 Billion Pension
Kaduna NUP commends Governor Uba Sani for releasing N4.289 billion for pensioners' gratuities, death benefits, and accrued rights, renewing hope for outstanding entitlements.
Head of Service Demands Accountability in Civil Service Reform
Head of Civil Service Didi Esther Walson-Jack calls for accountability, professionalism, and measurable performance in Nigeria's public service, warning that failure to uphold standards undermines national development.
NOA Urges Shift from Connections to Merit in Public Service
The National Orientation Agency advocates for merit-based practices in Nigeria's public service to rebuild trust and improve governance, warning that sidelining merit weakens institutions.
Lagos Reaffirms Commitment to Human Development and Industrial Harmony
Lagos State Head of Service Bode Agoro reiterates government's dedication to workforce welfare and industrial peace at the 2026 Public Service Joint Negotiating Council meeting, emphasizing collaboration and sustainable governance.
FCSC Promotes Kidnapped Defence Ministry Civil Servants
The Federal Civil Service Commission has granted automatic promotion to six civil servants from the Ministry of Defence who were kidnapped in Kogi State while traveling to Abuja for promotion exams in 2025.
Olaopa, Walson-Jack Boost Civil Service Collaboration
Prof. Tunji Olaopa and Mrs Esther Didi Walson-Jack inaugurate a joint technical committee in Abuja to enhance synergy between the FCSC and OHCSF, aiming to strengthen Nigeria's civil service through improved leadership and coordination.
Civil Servants Threaten Strike Over Unpaid 40% Allowance
Nigerian civil servants have issued a March 31 deadline for the federal government to pay delayed 40% peculiar allowance tied to the N70,000 minimum wage, threatening nationwide industrial action.
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