Eagle’s Wing Estate, a new residential development in the Lifecamp district of Abuja, has been unveiled with a promise to offer modern architecture, enhanced security and premium comfort to prospective homeowners and investors.
The developers said the estate was designed as a well-planned, high-value residential community aimed at residents seeking an elevated lifestyle within the Federal Capital Territory.
According to the promoters, Eagle’s Wing Estate offers residential plots and housing units, alongside flexible payment plans to accommodate a wide range of buyers.
They described the project as a secure and structured environment suitable for individuals and families seeking long-term value in Abuja’s real estate market.
Located in Lifecamp, the estate forms part of ongoing private-sector efforts to expand quality housing options within the city.
The developers said the project reflects their commitment to delivering a community that blends contemporary design with functional living spaces, adding that “elevation begins with the right environments.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of three new full-time academic programmes at the Federal University, Kashere (FUK), Gombe State, for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The approval was contained in a letter dated December 8, 2025, and addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of the institution. The letter, signed by the Acting Director of Academic Planning, Mr Abubakar M. Girei, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, followed a resource verification exercise conducted by NUC panels to assess human and material resources available for the programmes.
The newly approved programmes are: 1. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.DS)
2. Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc.)
3. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (B.OT)
According to the Commission, the programmes are to be run strictly on full-time basis, as the approval does not cover part-time delivery. It stated that any request to mount part-time undergraduate programmes must be submitted afresh for consideration.
NUC also directed that the programmes should retain their approved titles and nomenclature, noting that any alteration would require further approval from the Commission. It urged the university to ensure adequate staffing, equipment and other essential resources to guarantee effective commencement and sustainability.
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening academic standards across Nigerian universities through continuous quality assurance and monitoring.
The Tazkiyah Educational Resource Center (TERC) has announced the commencement of applications for its scholarship scheme targeted at female orphans seeking admission into undergraduate programmes at Tazkiyah University, Zaria, Kaduna State.
The initiative is designed to support academically promising young women who lack the financial means to pursue higher education.
According to the centre, the scholarship covers selected programmes across health sciences, computing, and management fields.
Available Courses Include:
1. B.NSc Nursing Science
2. B.Sc Medical Laboratory Science
3. B.Sc Public Health
4. B.Sc Computer Science
5. B.Sc Cyber Security
6. B.Sc Software Engineering
7. B.Sc Information Technology
8. B.Sc Accounting
9. B.Sc Economics
10. B.Sc Business Administration
Eligibility Requirements
The centre stated that applicants must meet the following criteria:
Status: • Must be female • Must be an orphan
Academic Requirements:
• Minimum UTME score of 180 • SSCE obtained in not more than two sittings
Scholarship Benefits
The scheme will provide:
• Tuition support • Registration and development fees • Academic support where necessary • Accommodation
Dangote Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N699 per litre, down from N828, representing a 15.58 per cent reduction effective from Dec. 11.
Checks on PetroleumPriceNG indicate that this is the refinery’s 20th price adjustment in 2025, coming ahead of the Christmas and New Year festivities.
The development follows recent downward reviews by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) and several retail outlets, which currently sell petrol within the range of N915 to N937 per litre in Abuja.
An official of the refinery, who spoke anonymously, confirmed the new price, saying: “The refinery has reduced petrol gantry price to N699 per litre.”
The latest cut comes five days after the refinery’s chairman, Aliko Dangote, reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring fuel prices remain “reasonable and competitive” despite market volatility and rising incidents of cross-border smuggling.
After meeting with President Bola Tinubu on Dec. 6, Dangote said domestic prices must reflect competition with imports, noting that smuggling persists because fuel prices in Nigeria remain about 55 per cent lower than in neighbouring countries.
He stated that the refinery’s focus is long-term industry stability, adding: “We are not here to make our 20 billion dollars back quickly; it is a long-term investment.”
Following the refinery’s price adjustment, several private depots also reviewed their rates. Sigmund Depot reduced its ex-depot price by N4 to N824, Bulk Strategic dropped by N3, while TechnoOil implemented one of the highest cuts with a N15 reduction. Other depots, including A.A. Rano, NIPCO and Aiteo, also made slight downward adjustments.
According to the reports stakeholders expect the latest reduction to ease transport costs and provide some relief to consumers during the festive period.
Khalifa University, United Arab Emirates, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 fully funded postgraduate scholarship for international students seeking admission into the Fall 2026 academic session.
The scholarship, which is open to applicants from all countries, covers Master’s and Doctoral degree programmes across engineering, science, technology and applied sciences disciplines.
According to the institution, the award provides full tuition, monthly stipends, medical insurance and research support for eligible programmes, aimed at reducing financial barriers for students and strengthening global academic collaboration.
Khalifa University said the initiative supports its drive to attract high-performing students into its research-driven environment and world-class laboratories.
*Programme Overview
-Host Country: United Arab Emirates
-Institution: Khalifa University
-Study Level: Master’s and PhD
-Eligible Applicants: International students
-Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
*Available Fields of Study
College of Engineering (Master’s programmes): Chemical Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Engineering Systems and Management; Information Security; Materials Science and Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Petroleum Engineering; Sustainable Critical Infrastructure; Water and Environmental Engineering; Computing and Information Science; Health, Safety and Environmental Engineering; Engineering (Research).
Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering: Aerospace, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil Infrastructure and Environmental, Electrical and Computer, Engineering Systems and Management, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical, Petroleum, Robotics, and Multidisciplinary Engineering.
College of Arts and Sciences: Master of Science in Applied Chemistry; Master of Science in Petroleum Geoscience; PhD in Petroleum Geoscience.
*Financial Coverage
The scholarship provides:
-Full tuition fees
-Monthly living stipend
-Medical insurance
-Research grant for selected programmes
*Required Documents
Applicants are expected to submit:
-Attested Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate
-Degree equivalency certificate from UAE Ministry of Education for graduates of foreign institutions
-Official academic transcripts
-English proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL or EmSAT)
-GRE score report
-Curriculum vitae
-Valid international passport
-Statement of purpose (500–1,000 words)
-Research statement for PhD applicants (500–1,000 words)
*Eligibility Criteria
-Master’s Applicants:
-Bachelor’s degree
-English proficiency certification
-Successful admission interview
*PhD Applicants:
-Master’s degree
-Research statement
-Admission interview
*Application Procedure
Khalifa University advised interested applicants to complete the online application form through the institution’s official scholarship portal.
The university reiterated that the deadline for the 2026/27 scholarship cycle is March 2, 2026.
The Nigerian Naira on Friday recorded a mixed performance at the official and parallel foreign exchange markets.
Data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) showed that the Naira closed at ₦1,449.38 to the dollar, reflecting a slight movement from the previous day’s rate.
According to reports the trading at the Investors’ and Exporters’ (I&E) Window recorded a high of ₦1,452.50 and a low of ₦1,449.38, indicating a relatively narrow band attributed to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) liquidity management measures.
At the parallel market, the Naira appreciated marginally, trading at ₦1,475 per dollar for buying and ₦1,485 for selling, compared to the earlier average of ₦1,490 recorded within the week.
The spread between the official and unofficial windows remained a concern for analysts, though the slight gain in the parallel market reduced the premium to about ₦25.62–₦35.62.
Market watchers linked the day’s performance to steady global crude oil prices, increased diaspora remittances ahead of the festive season, and expectations around CBN’s interest rate stance aimed at curbing inflation and attracting foreign portfolio inflows.
The Federal Government says all taxable Nigerians must obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN) or Taxpayer Identification Number to continue operating bank accounts in the country as part of new tax reforms commencing Jan. 1, 2026.
The Chairman, Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, stated this in an interview posted on his X account on Thursday.
Oyedele said Section 4 of the Nigerian Tax Administration Act (NTAA), which takes effect from Jan. 1, 2026, makes it mandatory for taxable persons to register for a tax ID.
He explained that the requirement applies only to individuals who earn income from trade, business or any economic activity, adding that students and dependents who do not earn income are exempt.
According to him, the policy has existed since the Finance Act 2020, but the new NTAA provides a clear legal framework for its enforcement.
He clarified that income earners and businesses already assigned a TIN do not need to obtain a new one.
“A taxable person is anyone who earns income through trade, business or any economic activity. Banks are therefore required to request a tax ID from such persons.
“This means individuals without income, such as students and dependents, do not need a tax ID to operate bank accounts,” he said.
Oyedele warned that taxable entities without a tax ID may experience difficulties operating their bank accounts when enforcement begins.
The clarification follows concerns among Nigerians over possible restrictions on bank accounts not linked to a tax ID.
President Bola Tinubu in June 2025 signed into law new tax measures to be implemented from January 2026.
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said Nigeria’s long-term prosperity depends on the creativity, innovation and determination of its citizens rather than its crude oil deposits.
Tinubu stated this at the 3MTT National Impact Summit held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, where he reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to developing a globally competitive digital workforce.
Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, the President said the Three Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Programme remained a central pillar of the Renewed Hope Agenda, targeting the transformation of Nigeria into a trillion-dollar economy driven by technology and productivity.
Tinubu said countries that lead in global economic growth were those that invested deliberately in the skills of their young population, noting that Nigeria was positioning itself for similar advancement through technology-driven development.
According to him, “Together, we are laying the foundation for a digital workforce that will power Nigeria’s next chapter of growth and shared prosperity. Nigeria’s most valuable resource is not oil or minerals, but the creativity, determination and potential of our people.”
He said digital competencies had become essential across critical sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, education and public administration, adding that Nigeria was gradually shifting from being a consumer of technology to a creator and exporter of talent and digital solutions.
Tinubu said the 3MTT programme had recorded significant nationwide progress since its launch, attracting more than 1.8 million applications from all local government areas. He said the initiative had also supported job creation, start-up formation and the development of digital solutions across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
He commended the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy for effectively coordinating the programme, and acknowledged the contributions of private sector and development partners such as IHS Towers, MTN Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Google, Microsoft, Huawei, Moniepoint, UNDP and the European Union.
The President said the programme was designed to scale sustainably across multiple cohorts, adding that its continued success required collaboration among government institutions, industry stakeholders and development partners.
He assured young Nigerians of the government’s commitment to providing credible and functional pathways to employment, saying: “Through initiatives like 3MTT, we are building genuine platforms for progress, not ceremonial commitments.”
Tinubu said the Federal Government was working towards building a Nigeria powered by skilled hands, innovative thinking and a generation of citizens ready to contribute to national and global development.
He added that the programme had renewed confidence among young people that they had a place in the global digital economy and could shape their future using the skills they acquire.
The 3MTT initiative, launched in 2023, is the Federal Government’s flagship digital-skills pipeline aimed at training and placing three million Nigerians in market-ready technology roles through community-based learning hubs and online training platforms.
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijjani, said the programme was designed to expand Nigeria’s digital workforce, strengthen productivity, and establish the country as a net exporter of technology talent.
He said the training covers several tracks, including software engineering, data analysis and data science, product management, UI/UX design, cloud computing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and machine learning, Devops, game development and Iot.
Tijjani added that the programme operates a fellows-and-facilitators model with industry-aligned curricula and multiple pathways to work, including internships, apprenticeships and job-matching partnerships.
The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG) and Electric Vehicles on Thursday unveiled its Pi-CNG 2.0 and electric mobility programmes to accelerate nationwide transition to cleaner and more affordable transport energy.
Ismaeel Ahmed, Executive Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Pi-CNG, who launched the programme in Abuja, said President Bola Tinubu remained committed to ensuring Nigerians benefit from cheaper mobility options to cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal.
Ahmed said the Pi-CNG 2.0 programme and electric mobility roadmap would showcase various brands of electric vehicles and tricycles currently in use in the country.
He said the new operational phase would focus on availability, affordability and acceptability of CNG and EV technologies across Nigeria.
“Our mission remains to build a resilient multi-energy transport ecosystem that lowers costs for Nigerians and positions the country as a continental clean mobility leader,” he said.
According to him, five Liquefied Compressed Natural Gas (LCNG) stations and daughter stations will be commissioned in Kano from January 2026, ahead of expansion to Kaduna, Gombe, Maiduguri and Katsina.
Ahmed said the initiative, originally introduced to cushion the effect of subsidy removal, had evolved into a driver of the country’s clean mobility agenda.
He said the programme had, over the last 20 months, advanced the gas-to-transport value chain through partnerships with industry operators, state governments, financiers and automotive manufacturers.
“Our key achievements include the rollout of the Conversion Incentive Programme in 28 states, establishment of more than 58 refueling stations, deployment of thousands of natural gas vehicles, and enlistment of over 300 conversion partners.
“We have attracted two billion dollars in investment and trained more than 6,000 Nigerians. A major lesson from the first phase is that sustained offtake depends on reliable gas supply,” he said.
According to him, Pi-CNG has strengthened engagements with regulators, producers and midstream operators to secure long-term feedstock and optimise logistics across the virtual pipeline network.
Ahmed said the initiative had also recorded progress in local manufacturing, including plans for an industrial park in Ajaokuta dedicated to producing CNG components to reduce imports and boost domestic value creation.
He said other milestones included strengthened gas infrastructure in northern states and a partnership with the Niger Delta Development Commission to expand CNG stations across the region.
Ahmed also disclosed that Pi-CNG and EV had activated a national e-mobility programme in collaboration with key Original Equipment Manufacturers to deploy electric vehicles.
He announced that the initiative would unveil its full presence in Kano State in the first quarter of 2026, with President Tinubu expected to inaugurate the Northern Corridor CNG network.
“This initiative is people-centred; the President’s priority is improving the livelihood of ordinary Nigerians, as cheaper transport will directly reduce the cost of goods and services.
“We will power charging stations with CNG to address concerns about electricity supply. Nigeria has enough sunlight and gas resources to sustain large-scale clean mobility,” he said.
Earlier at the electric vehicle fair held as part of the event, Minister of State for Gas, Ekperikpe Ekpo, represented by his Special Assistant, Abel Igheghe, commended Pi-CNG for advancing Nigeria’s clean energy goals.
He said the EV and CNG rollout aligned with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly regarding energy security, industrial growth and environmental sustainability.
According to him, Nigeria’s mobility future will rely on a mix of options including CNG, LPG, LNG and electric vehicles.
“Electric vehicle development will unlock jobs, attract investments and create opportunities in assembly, battery technology and charging infrastructure.
“The Ministry will continue to support initiatives that promote alternative fuels, deepen gas utilisation, strengthen private-sector innovation and advance the Nigeria Energy Transition Plan,” he said.
He urged stakeholders to ensure that clean mobility solutions remain inclusive and affordable.
Ekpo assured that the newly unveiled electric buses would be deployed within the week across several states to provide cheaper transportation during the festive period.
“Pi-CNG has made electric mobility a reality. These buses will be on the road immediately, offering Nigerians affordable transport this Christmas,” he said.
Stakeholders including the National Automotive Design and Development Council and several local and foreign partners showcased their EV brands at the fair. The Federal Road Safety Corps and various road transport unions were also in attendance.
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has introduced new mandatory requirements for all Business Name Online Update requests, in a move aimed at strengthening verification processes and improving the accuracy of business records nationwide.
The directive, released on Wednesday through the commission’s official X account, requires applicants to provide additional personal and contact information before their update requests can be processed.
According to the CAC, every Business Name Online Update submission must now include the proprietor’s date of birth, a registered office email address, the proprietor’s personal email address, a phone number for the registered office or proprietor (where different), and a valid means of identification.
The commission stated that the revised guidelines form part of broader reforms intended to improve documentation integrity and minimise fraudulent alterations to business name records.
“Under the new guidelines, every Business Name Online Update submission must include date of birth, registered office email, proprietor’s email address, phone number for the registered office or proprietor where different, and a valid means of identification,” the CAC said.
The commission added that the additional details would ensure seamless communication with business proprietors, enable more accurate compliance checks, and strengthen its internal verification processes.
It explained that the reforms were also designed to streamline the commission’s database and support its ongoing transition towards more secure and efficient digital service delivery.
The regulatory body urged business owners to comply fully with the updated requirements to avoid delays in the processing of their applications.
According to reports the CAC, which serves as Nigeria’s statutory authority for the registration and regulation of companies, business names and incorporated trustees, has in recent years migrated from manual operations to a digital-first system. This transition has improved accessibility and reduced bottlenecks in registration and post-registration services nationwide.
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