Although details of the out-of-school strategy are still sketchy, government’s ambitious target implies that 937,500 out-of-school children would be returned to classrooms every quarter. Nigerians also await the Bola Tinubu administration to reconstitute the governing councils of federal universities in the first quarter of this year. Recall that in June 2023, the National Universities Commission (NUC) dissolved the governing councils of all federal universities following the President’s directive. Also, it was gathered that lobbyists are jostling to be part of governing councils of federal institutions with over 40 universities affected. Stakeholders have expressed concerns that this could hamper Federal Government’s plan to return out-of-school children to the classrooms.

In the just concluded year, headline inflation rose from 21.8percent y/y in January to 28.2%lpercent y/y in November largely due to the continued pressure on the food inflation sub-basket. “On the basis of the above, we estimate a softer m/m headline reading of 2.4percent as against 2.5percent in the earlier forecast. As per the food inflation sub-component, we estimate the y/y reading to climb to 34.1percent (from 32.8%), while the m/m reading should settle at 2.8percent,” Afrinvest stated in its weekly report made available to Nigerian Tribune. For the core inflation sub-basket, the firm estimate a y/y reading of 21.3percent and m/m print of 1.8percent compared to 22.6%lpercent y/y and 1.6percent m/m in the preceding month. Looking ahead into 2024, the firm projects a modest decline in the average headline inflation rate (beginning from Q2) to 22.1percebt in a blue sky scenario.

Inspired by the anime One Punch Man, Anime Punch Simulator is a Roblox fighting game where you’ll traverse a town and take on enemies by punching. Anime Game Team, the developer of Anime Punch Simulator, normally distributes these codes on the game’s Roblox page and on socials, but we’ve done all the hard work and rounded up all of the current and expired codes for Anime Punch Simulator right here. Not sure how to redeem codes in Anime Punch Simulator? Image credit: Anime Game Team/Eurogamer Enter your code in the field that pops up and hit “Claim.” Image credit: Anime Game Team/EurogamerPunching out of Anime Punch Simulator but still want to check out other anime-inspired Roblox games? We've got codes guides that'll help you get an easy start in Anime Adventures, Anime Champions Simulator, Anime World Tower Defense, and Anime Fighters.

Current allegations of corruption, which are being investigated, involve a former minister, who worked with former President Muhammadu Buhari. This brings to memory the campaign slogan by former President Muhammadu Buhari and members of All Progressives Congress (APC), including Tinubu, that if Nigeria did not kill corruption, corruption would kill Nigeria. If the avowed mantra of APC at inception was truly to kill corruption, Tinubu should summon rare courage to do so where Buhari had failed. President Tinubu should remember his promise to stamp out corruption in his Renewed Hope Agenda document. Let President Tinubu, the Judiciary and National Assembly rescue Nigeria.

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has expressed optimism that the judgments delivered by the Supreme Court of Nigeria regarding the governorship election disputes in various states across the country will pave the way for improved public faith in the nation’s justice system. “The Supreme Court Justices, through their considered decisions, have proven their dedication to the sustainment of justice and fairness. By upholding the popular will of the people, they have reasserted the judiciary’s position as the temple of justice. “This demonstrates a commitment to the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary, which are essential for a functioning democracy. “Tinubu’s neutrality throughout the Supreme Court process indicates his commitment to leaving a legacy of entrenched judicial independence for coming administrations to build upon.

A civil society group under the aegis of Take-It-Back Movement (TIB) has decried the impacts of the high rents on households’ income across the country and called for government’s intervention. A three-bedroom flat that was previously between N500, 000 to N800, 000 has increased to N1.5 million. A two-bedroom is as high as N1million and N1.2million, while a self-contained unit could be as high as N600, 000 or N1million in some highbrow locations. At a peaceful protest against the high cost of housing in the state, the group lamented the rising cost of housing, particularly in Lagos Island and other areas, describing it as unaffordable for the masses. A statement by the Lagos Island chapter of TIB, said the protest is strongly against the unaffordable cost of housing.

Kenya's Agnes Ngetich became the first woman to run 10 kilometres in under 29 minutes as she won the Valencia Ibercaja road race. Ngetich clocked a time of 28:46, beating the road world record held by Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw by 28 seconds. Her time also bettered the track world record held by another Ethiopian, Letesenbet Gidey. Following her run, Ngetich said 'I am so happy. I didn't expect this world record.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria were held to a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea in their first game of the 2023 African Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast on Sunday. Equatorial Guinea drew first blood in the 37th minute when Iban Salvador scored a well-placed shot, leaving the Super Eagles’ goalie, Stanley Nwabali, motionless. An instant response from Nigeria following a kickoff saw Victor Osimhen head an equalising goal for Nigeria before the break. Although Osimhen scored his first AFCON goal on his first appearance, he, in the 75th minute, missed a big chance. Nigeria, in Group A, will further challenge Ivory Coast, and Guinea Bissau later in the tournament.

Stakeholders have stated that harnessing Foreign Direct Investment in the hospitality industry can lead to a 400 per cent increase in revenue within six months. In an exclusive interview with The PUNCH, the Chief Executive Officer of Landmark Group, Paul Onwuanibe, asserted that a 400 per cent increase in Foreign Direct Investment was achievable in the sector. He said, “While Foreign Direct Investment stands as a readily accessible opportunity, the resilience of the hospitality industry, which requires comparatively minimal infrastructure and offers cost-effective employment, has shielded it from severe impacts. From an FDI standpoint, with a concerted effort and commitment, there exists significant potential to amplify FDI by 300-400 per cent within six months. For instance, the beach resort, developed in just nine months, has become a popular tourist destination, contributing to revenue generation.

Obviously not everyone is a fan but, even if you don’t exactly love sport, sometimes the emotion and drama of a moment can sweep you up without you even realising. We’re asking you to vote for your favourite moment in Australian sport, to see if we can settle the debate once and for all. This shortlist of 50 moments was whittled down from hundreds of reader nominations and compiled by a brains trust of Guardian Australia’s best sporting minds. Read more about each moment and relive the action by clicking on the red plus button, then cast your vote by clicking on the green “vote” button. After the votes are tallied, the top 10 will be revealed next Monday – when the final round of voting will open.

Later that day, we learned that Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive party (DPP) had scored an unprecedented third consecutive win. This is a giant thorn in Beijing’s side, because Taiwan shows that democracy works. Had the Kuomintang (KMT) and Taiwan People’s party (TPP) – the two losing parties – formed an alliance, the DPP would not have won. 00:01:24 Taiwan elections: pro-sovereignty DPP party wins unprecedented third term – videoIt must look beyond economic policy for answers. “It’s very rebellious.” That rebellious history is forged through its links to social movements, whose victories will seem astonishing, no matter where you’re from.

Mohamed Salah saved Egypt from an embarrassing defeat in their opening Africa Cup of Nations game on Sunday, as he converted a penalty seven minutes into injury time to snatch a 2-2 draw with Mozambique. The penalty was awarded following a VAR check by the referee for a foul on Mostafa Mohamed in the area at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan. Salah’s strike denied Mozambique a historic first ever AFCON win. Mohamed had given record seven-time African champions Egypt the ideal start when he scored inside two minutes of the Group B encounter. The game was completely turned on its head as Mozambique scored again three minutes later when Clesio Bauque, on as a half-time substitute, burst through to make it 2-1.

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At the instance of President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday departed Abuja to represent Nigeria at the 2024 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum scheduled to be held in Davos, Switzerland. Nkwocha said this time, the VP will join other political and business leaders across the world at the week-long annual Forum to discuss global socio-economic and development issues. Shettima will also chair a roundtable dialogue on Nigeria’s economic path on the sidelines of the annual meeting. He will attend a special session dedicated to building trust in the global energy transition programme. The Vice President is expected to return to Nigeria after participating in the week-long event.