JAMB to Decide 2026 Admission Cut-Off Marks
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that its 2026 Policy Meeting will hold on Monday to determine guidelines for admissions into tertiary institutions across the country, including minimum cut-off marks for candidates. In a statement issued on Sunday, JAMB’s Public Communications Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, said the meeting would be chaired by the Minister […]
NDLEA Arrests Three Disabled Drug Suspects
he National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested three persons living with disabilities, including a 60-year-old man, during separate anti-drug operations in Anambra State and Kwara State. The agency also uncovered a cannabis stash house valued at ₦5.8 billion in Lekki Phase 1 and dismantled a skuchies production factory in Lagos. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi […]
Lagos Shuts Section of Eko Bridge for Repairs
The Lagos State Government has announced the emergency closure of a section of Eko Bridge outbound to Lagos Island for safety investigations and repair works. The state Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday. According to the statement, the closure will begin on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, and will […]
Troops Kill Three Suspected Terrorists in Katsina
Troops of the Nigerian Army attached to the 17 Brigade have neutralised three suspected terrorists during an ambush operation in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area. The operation was carried out on Friday night by troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) FUDMA along the Turare-Kitibawa-Kuka-Mai Damusa Road. The development was confirmed in a statement issued […]
Guardiola Jabs United Over Champions League Celebration
Pep Guardiola has taken a swipe at Manchester United over the club’s celebrations after securing qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League. United confirmed their return to Europe’s top competition after defeating Liverpool 2-1 last Sunday, guaranteeing a top-five finish in the Premier League. The result marked a significant achievement for the Red Devils, who […]
TUC Proposes Refinery Subsidy to Reduce Petrol Prices
The Trade Union Congress has proposed a production subsidy for local refineries, including the Dangote Refinery, as part of efforts to reduce the rising cost of petrol in Nigeria. TUC President Festus Osifo made the proposal on Friday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today. Osifo said the union understood that the Federal Government […]
Ribadu Meets Vance, Rubio Over Counterterrorism
Nuhu Ribadu has met with United States Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to discuss security cooperation between both countries. The meeting, held at Vance’s residence, focused on efforts to strengthen collaboration in combating terrorism across West Africa, particularly threats linked to Boko Haram and Islamic State. Details of […]
Bruno Fernandes Wins FWA Footballer of the Year
Bruno Fernandes has been named the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Men’s Footballer of the Year following an impressive individual season in England. According to BBC Sport, the Football Writers’ Association recognised the Manchester United captain for his consistency, creativity and leadership throughout the campaign. Fernandes delivered strong individual numbers, scoring eight goals and providing 20 […]
Lagos Warns School Food Vendors Over Safety Violations
The Lagos State Government has warned food vendors operating in public schools across the state to comply strictly with approved health and safety regulations, stating that principals will be held accountable for any violations within their schools. The warning was issued by Idowu Olufunke Oyetola during her first strategic meeting with school principals at the […]
Police Recover 67 Rustled Cows in Kano
The Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with a Military Joint Task Force, has recovered 67 cows and other livestock allegedly rustled by suspected criminals in Gwarzo Local Government Area. The command said the operation followed credible intelligence that cattle rustlers had attacked villages in Gwarzo and nearby communities along the Kano-Katsina border. In a […]
