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NUT rejects FG plan to exempt NCE candidates from UTME
The Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, has opposed the Federal Government’s decision to exempt candidates seeking admission into the Nigeria Certificate in Education, NCE, programme from writing the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, warning that the move could further undermine standards in teacher education. The union’s National President, Audu Amba, made the position known on Tuesday in […]
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BREAKING: Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo is dead
Popular Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, is dead. He was 40. His death was confirmed on Tuesday by his colleagues, Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo, and Godwin Nnadiekwe, who claimed to be his ally. Sharing on her reels on Instagram, Akindele wrote, “Hmmmmmm. Rest in peace, Alex.” Meanwhile, Ninalowo, who is now in the United States, also […]
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81-year-old Museveni sworn in for seventh term as Uganda’s President
Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for his seventh term as President of Uganda on May 12, 2026, at the Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala, following his victory in the January 2026 elections. Recall Museveni won with 71.65 percent of the vote, defeating his main challenger, 43-year-old Bobi Wine, who received 24.72 percent of the vote, […]
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UK minister resigns, urges PM Starmer to set exit timetable
A member of the United Kingdom government, Alex Davies-Jones, has resigned from her position as Minister for Victims and Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls. The lawmaker also cited the need for “bold, radical action” following the Labour Party’s recent electoral setbacks across the country. In a resignation letter addressed to Keir Starmer, Davies-Jones described […]
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FG, World Bank in talks over second-largest $1.25bn loan
The Federal Government has stepped up engagement with the World Bank for a fresh $1.25bn loan to support economic reforms, job creation, and competitiveness, as findings by The PUNCH showed that the facility has reached a critical stage in the lender’s approval process. The proposed loan, titled Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration, is […]
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ISIS moves operations to W’Africa, US warns
The United States has identified Nigeria and the Lake Chad Basin as critical fronts in its 2026 counterterrorism strategy, warning that extremist groups operating across Africa remain a growing threat to global security. In the strategy document, the US government said parts of Africa, including West Africa, the Sahel region, the Lake Chad Basin, Mozambique, […]
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INEC to deploy 1.4m corps members for 2027 elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says over 1.4 million members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) will be deployed for the 2027 general election. Joash Amupitan, INEC chairman, spoke on Monday when he paid a courtesy visit to Olakunle Nafiu, the director-general of the NYSC, at the Yakubu Gowon House in Abuja. said […]
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Eid-el-Kabir: Ram prices soar in Kaduna markets
As Muslims prepare for the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the prices of rams have increased sharply in Kaduna State, forcing many prospective buyers to delay purchases despite the availability of the animals in major markets. A survey conducted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in some livestock markets within Kaduna metropolis showed that the markets were […]
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BREAKING: FG approves 150 cut-off mark for universities, nursing colleges
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and stakeholders in the tertiary education sector have approved 150 as the minimum admission benchmark for universities for the 2026 admission exercise. The decision was reached on Monday during the 2026 annual policy meeting on admissions into tertiary institutions held in Abuja. The approved scores, officially known as the […]
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Adeleke appoints BOVAS founder as UNIOSUN chancellor
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has approved the appointment of Victoria Adunola Samson as the new Chancellor of Osun State University. Mrs Samson, popularly known as BOVAS, succeeds Folorunso Alakija, whose tenure ended on March 18, 2026, after serving the institution for 10 years. The Osun State Government on Friday paid a courtesy and appreciation […]
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FG mandates drug tests for secondary school students
The Federal Government has introduced stringent new measures to combat drug and substance abuse in secondary schools, including mandatory drug testing for students and temporary suspension for those who repeatedly test positive after undergoing treatment and rehabilitation procedures. Under the new policy, all newly admitted students in secondary schools will be subjected to compulsory drug […]
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Bosun Tijani asks telcos to improve service quality, says NCC will sanction defaulters
Bosun Tijani, minister of communications, innovation and digital economy, has asked telecommunications operators to improve service quality, warning of regulatory actions against defaulters. Speaking on telecoms service quality in a statement on Sunday, Tijani said operators are now functioning in a more stable and market-driven environment and have returned to profitability following reforms introduced by […]
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IPoB declares May 30 sit-at-home to honour Biafra heroes
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), under the leadership of Nnamdi Kanu, has declared May 30, 2026, as Biafra Heroes Remembrance Day, a sacred day dedicated to reflecting on and honouring those who lost their lives during the Biafran struggle and in its aftermath. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group […]
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Video: 30-year-old Buba goes viral after APC screening for House of Reps
Mohammed Sadis Buba, a 30-year-old aspirant from Kaduna State, has gone viral following his appearance at the All Progressives Congress (APC) screening for the Sabon Gari/Zaria Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. 30-year-old Buba goes viral after APC screening for House of Reps pic.twitter.com/g9ltUzQZ1p In a video circulating on social media on Sunday, […]
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BREAKING: Civilians reportedly killed in fresh NAF airstrike in Niger community
An unspecified number of civilians have reportedly died following a military airstrike on Guradnayi, a settlement near Kusasu in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. Sources said the incident occurred early Sunday, with witnesses estimating that at least 12 people were killed in one residence. “It happened around 5 a.m.,” Auta Awododo, a resident […]
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Over 8,000 ex-Boko Haram members, families reintegrated into society — Borno Govt
The Borno State Government says it has recorded significant progress in the reintegration of former Boko Haram insurgents and their families, with about 8,000 persons already integrated into society under its rehabilitation programme. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Zuwaira Gambo, disclosed this in Maiduguri on Saturday while speaking on the progress and […]
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2027: Fubara missing as APC screens 14 govs, Tinubu’s challenger
The APC screening exercise ahead of the 2027 general elections recorded the absence of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, even as the party assessed 14 governors seeking re-election and other elective positions. Also, President Bola Tinubu’s sole challenger, Stanley Osifo, was screened. The APC began selling its expression of interest and nomination forms on April 28, […]
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Nigeria may reject World Bank loans over delays – Accountant General
The Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, has warned that Nigeria may reject loan facilities from the World Bank if delays in approval and disbursement persist, saying prolonged timelines could undermine the country’s willingness to proceed with such arrangements. The warning was contained in a press statement issued on Friday by the Director of Press and […]
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INEC opens online accreditation for June 20 bye-elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced the commencement of online accreditation for media organisations ahead of a series of high-stakes bye-elections scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026. In a notice released on Friday on X, the electoral body urged interested media houses “to complete their accreditation promptly through its dedicated portal,” emphasising that “late applications […]
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JAMB extends 2026 DE registration deadline to May 22
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has again extended the registration deadline for the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) application exercise. According to the latest update, registration will now continue until May 22, 2026, giving prospective Direct Entry candidates additional time to complete their applications. The extension is expected to accommodate applicants who have yet […]
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PHOTOS: Bala Mohammed picks APM nomination form for Bauchi senate bid
Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi, has purchased the senate nomination form of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) five days after joining the party. On May 2, Mohammed joined the APM after resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the lingering court cases and internal crisis plaguing the party. He said the APM presents itself as […]
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Senate reverses leadership eligibility rule
The Senate on Thursday rescinded amendments to its Standing Orders after lawmakers raised concerns that key provisions conflicted with the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The Red Chamber had, on Tuesday, amended its standing rules to restrict eligibility for presiding and principal officer positions. These changes appeared to shut the door on several high-profile hopefuls for […]
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NECO to commence computer-based exams in 2026 — FG
The Federal Government has announced that the National Examinations Council will begin conducting computer-based examinations this year as part of efforts to tackle examination malpractice and modernise the country’s assessment system. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Thursday during NECO’s 25th anniversary celebration held in Abuja. Alausa stated that the transition […]
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