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WASHINGTON, September 30, 2026 — U.S. President Donald Trump has officially ordered the replacement of the term “Artificial Intelligence” (AI) with “Super Intelligence” (SI) in official communications across the U.S. executive branch. Trump signed the executive order on Tuesday, September 29, declaring a new era in the American government’s description of rapidly advancing artificial-intelligence technologies.…

The Federal Government has intensified efforts to tackle Nigeria’s persistent electricity crisis as it moves to establish dedicated 24-hour power zones across major economic and industrial centres, including parts of Lagos, Abuja and other key cities. The initiative is aimed at providing more reliable electricity to businesses, industries and communities located within selected high-demand corridors,…

Nigeria’s university system has recorded a major international showing, with 29 institutions making the 2027 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings — while Covenant University, the University of Ibadan (UI) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG) emerged as the country’s highest-ranked universities. The latest ranking places the three institutions in the 801–1,000 global band,…

The Nigerian naira recorded further movement against the United States dollar on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, with the local currency trading at different rates across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets. In the official market, the dollar was quoted at around ₦1,329, while the parallel market recorded the dollar at approximately ₦1,370. The figures…

September 28, 2026 The Federal Government through the Ministry of Education (FME) is exploring new ways to strengthen practical technology education in Nigerian schools following a presentation by Techxagon Academy on its proposed Applied Technology, Robotics and Innovation (ATRI) Programme. The initiative is designed to expose students and teachers to emerging technologies while promoting hands-on…

The Federal High Court sitting in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has convicted no fewer than 21 companies for operating financial investment businesses without valid licences from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Justice Anyalewa Onoja-Alapa convicted the companies following prosecution by the Abuja Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The firms were…

BREAKING: Nigerian Navy Opens 2026 Recruitment — Applications Begin October 2, See Requirements and Portal The Nigerian Navy has officially commenced preparations for its 2026 Batch 39 Basic Training School recruitment exercise, opening another opportunity for qualified Nigerians seeking to join the service. According to the recruitment guidelines, online applications will commence on Friday, October…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced Friday, October 9, 2026, as the commencement date for the nationwide collection of newly issued Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed the date on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Kaduna during the Commission’s North-West Zonal Interactive Meeting…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has fixed firm deadlines for Nigerian universities to conclude the 2026 admission exercise, with institutions facing restrictions on the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) if they fail to meet the approved dates. The directive was part of the resolutions reached at the 2026 JAMB Annual Policy Meeting on…

The death of Chief Taoreed Faronbi, popularly known as Baba Alado, has brought an end to the life of a prominent figure associated with Mushin and Lagos grassroots politics. Baba Alado died on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the age of 83. His death has attracted tributes from political associates, community leaders, transport stakeholders and…