JAMB cancel UTME, affiliated degree programmes, Colleges of Education
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has formally ended admissions into affiliated degree programmes run by Colleges of Education, marking a major shift in Nigeria’s teacher education system and effectively making the Nigeria Certificate in Education the sole entry route into the institutions from the 2026/2027 academic session. The decision is contained in […]
[PHOTOS] KWASU Students Honour Late 12th Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate, Sheikh Dr. Muhammad Bashir Imam Soliu OON
Peter Obi Calls for Transparent Borrowing Practices
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to adopt a more transparent and accountable approach to public borrowing, citing South Africa’s recent $1 billion loan arrangement as a model. In a statement shared on his verified X account on Thursday, Obi said borrowing is not inherently harmful, provided […]
CUPP Backs Call for Tinubu to Deliver or Resign
The Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has endorsed the House of Representatives Minority Caucus’ call on President Bola Tinubu to either demonstrate effective leadership or step down from office. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Acting National Chairman, Chief Peter Ameh, the coalition said it shares the caucus’ concerns over […]
Police, INEC Assure Security Ahead of Ekiti Poll
The Nigeria Police Force and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have assured residents of Ekiti State of adequate security for election materials, personnel and voters ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. The assurance came as the distribution of sensitive and non-sensitive election materials commenced across the state’s 16 local government areas. Speaking during the exercise […]
Osanga Reacts to Nasarawa United’s Federation Cup Exit
Nasarawa United captain King Osanga has expressed disappointment following the club’s exit from the President Federation Cup after a penalty shootout defeat to Ikorodu City in the semi-finals. The encounter, played at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on Wednesday, ended 1-1 in regulation time before Ikorodu City secured a 4-2 victory on penalties. […]
FG Issues Guidelines for New Tax Regime Transition
The Federal Government has released transition guidelines to support the implementation of Nigeria’s new tax regime, providing clarity for taxpayers, revenue agencies, tax consultants and other stakeholders ahead of the reforms. Issued by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, the guidelines outline how existing tax obligations, ongoing audits, pending disputes, tax incentives and transactions that […]
BREAKING…. Kwara Police Dismiss Bandit Invasion Rumour in Oke-Oyi
The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed reports of a bandit invasion in Oke-Oyi and surrounding communities, describing the claims as false and misleading. According to the police, panic broke out around 9:15 a.m. at Government Girls Secondary School, Oke-Oyi, after reports emerged that suspected bandits had entered the area. The alarm caused temporary disruption […]
Sanwo-Olu Orders Increased Waste Evacuation Across Lagos
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed an immediate expansion of waste evacuation operations across the state following growing concerns over the accumulation of refuse in several communities. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the state government acknowledged residents’ concerns and assured them that urgent […]
Lilo & Stitch Voice Actress Daveigh Chase Dies at 35
American actress Daveigh Elizabeth Chase, best known for voicing Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and starring in the horror film The Ring, has died at the age of 35. Her death was confirmed by her manager, John Ryan Jr., in a statement to BBC News. According to Ryan, Chase was admitted to a Los […]
