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JAMB to Conduct Mop-Up UTME for Absent Candidates
Abuja,Nigeria:The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to organize a mop-up Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for candidates who were unable to participate in the 2025 exercise. JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this during a stakeholder meeting in Abuja, held to review challenges encountered during the recent examination cycle. According to […]
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IHVN Advocates Better Tracking of Vaccine Reactions
Abuja, Nigeria :The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has called on governments and healthcare institutions to prioritize the training of healthcare workers and invest in robust infrastructure to improve the monitoring of Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI). This move aims to promote safer vaccination practices and reinforce public trust in immunization programs across the […]
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Attack on Seyi Tinubu Affront on Nigerian Youths – Balami
Nigeria — APC chieftain and youth advocate, Comrade Isaac Balami has condemned the constant attacks on Seyi Tinubu, stating that an attack on him should be seen as a slap on Nigerian youth and the less privileged whom Mr. Tinubu has dedicated his time to the protection of their rights and privileges. Balami, who referenced […]
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Senator Urges Relocation of Old Buildings Near Abuja Airport
Abuja, Nigeria — The Senator representing Ebonyi North Senatorial District, Onyekachi Nwebonyi, has called for the relocation of the habitats of old buildings in the community around the Abuja International Airport. Nwebonyi made this call in a now-trending video during the last plenary on Thursday. The Deputy Senate Chief Whip said he wanted the vicinity […]
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UPDATED: NSF Games Organisers Assure Traders After Inferno
Abeokuta, Nigeria — A fire outbreak disrupted activities at the Alake Sports Complex, venue of the ongoing Gateway Games 2024, following a diesel truck explosion on Tuesday afternoon. The incident, which occurred while the truck was refueling a generator, resulted in panic across the vicinity, affecting several shops and a kiosk near the facility’s entrance. […]
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2025 Hajj: Nigeria needs your prayers – Gov Namadi
Hajj – Governor Umar Namadi on Monday night bid farewell to 550 first flight of Jigawa State intending pilgrims urging them to pray for peaceful coexistence in the country. The pilgrims were airlifted from Nuhu Muhammadu Sunusi International Airport at about 12: 00 am to the Saudi Arabia for the 2025 hajj exercise. Addressing the intending […]
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2.9 million Children in Nigeria suffer from malnutrition
Nigeria – The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has revealed that about 2.9 million children in Nigeria are suffering from Acute Severe Malnutrition (SAM). The UNICEF Country Representative, Mrs Cristian Munduate, who said this yesterday in Ilorin, Kwara state capital, noted that the affected children must be immediately taken to the Hospital for […]
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Minister Umahi woos Peter Obi to join APC ahead of 2027
Nigeria – Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi has urged former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, to join the All Progressive Congress. He said the plea became necessary because all the governors in the Southeast region are supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He equally hinted that a section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway […]
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UTME 2025: Reps panel attributes JAMB crisis to human error
Nigeria – The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education and Examination Bodies says the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, results crisis is due to human error and not technical glitches. The Chairman of the Committee, Oboku Oforji, while speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, stated that preliminary findings showed that the error, […]
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I am Igbo by blood – Davido reveals to everyone
Nigeria – Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said he is Igbo by blood. The singer stated this while responding to a troll who warned him over his association with Igbo folks. The troll claimed that he could be betrayed by his Igbo associates, being a Yoruba man. The X user, Yakbel […]
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Pilgrims Embark on Spiritual Ziyara Across Sacred Madinah
Madinah, Saudi Arabia — As pilgrims continue their sacred journey in the revered city of Madinah, many are partaking in Ziyara—an enriching spiritual tour that offers a profound connection to the roots of Islam and the legacy of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Ziyara, a non-obligatory but spiritually recommended aspect of the pilgrimage, invites […]
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Reps Demand Independent Probe Into UTME Errors
Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has called for an independent investigation into the errors that marred the conduct of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), expressing deep regret over the challenges faced by affected candidates. The demand was made by Mr. Oboku Oforji, Chairman of the House Committee on Basic Education and […]
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Mercy Johnson Denies Rumors About Her Health Issues
Lagos, Nigeria — Popular Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, has dismissed widespread rumours suggesting she is battling cancer, clarifying that she is in good health and has fully recovered from a past thyroid-related issue.   The clarification came in a video shared on her social media platforms, following growing concerns sparked by an old clip from […]
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125 Children Die Per 1,000 Births in Bauchi — NDHS Report
Bauchi, Nigeria — The latest figures from the 2023/2024 National Demographic Health Survey (NDHS) reveal a troubling child mortality rate in Bauchi State, where 125 out of every 1,000 live births result in death before age five. The statistics place Bauchi well above the national under-five mortality average of 101 per 1,000 and reflect closely […]
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Ex Katsina Military Governor Akaagerger Dies
Benue, Nigeria — The Benue government has announced the death of former military governor of Katsina State, Rtd Col. Joseph Akaagerger. This is contained in a press statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Benue Governor, Mr Tersoo Kula and made available to newsmen in Makurdi on Tuesday. Kula stated that the former […]
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Catholic Priest Dies while Playing Tennis in Anambra
Amambra, Nigeria — The Catholic Diocese of Awka, Anambra State has expressed its deep sadness over the passing of one of its priests, Reverend Father Anthony Udogu, who died in the early hours of Monday, while playing lawn tennis. The deceased, until his death was the Parish Priest of St. Francis Parish, Awka and Dean […]
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JAMB to Release UTME Re-Sit Results for 379,000 Candidates Wednesday
Abuja, Nigeria — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the release of results for 379,000 candidates who participated in the rescheduled Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), slated for Wednesday, May 20. This was made known by the Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, following the completion of the makeup exams conducted between […]
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NSF 2024: NSC Disqualifies Athletes for Doping
Abeokuta, Nigeria — The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its firm commitment to anti-doping compliance, announcing the disqualification of several athletes from the ongoing Gateway Games 2024 due to doping-related issues. The announcement followed a joint strategic session of the Main Organising Committee and the Local Organising Committee of the 2024 National Sports Festival […]
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Vatican Visit Shouldn’t Be Politicised – Peter Obi
Nigeria — The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has returned from a trip to the Vatican, emphasising that his participation in the inauguration ceremony of Pope Leo XIV should not be misconstrued as political. Accordimg to a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Obi clarified that the […]
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Reps Want Oloyede Out, UTME Cancelled Over Glitches
Abuja, Nigeria — The South-East Caucus in the House of Representatives has called for the resignation of the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, over widespread technical failures during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). In a statement issued by the Caucus leader, Hon. Igariwey Iduma Enwo (APC, […]
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Ogbomoso Rulers Oppose Alaafin as Oyo Council Head
Ogbomoso, Nigeria —The Mogajis of the Soun Ruling Houses in Ogbomoso have voiced strong opposition to a proposed amendment to the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs Law, which seeks to designate the Alaafin of Oyo as the permanent chairman of the Council. In a joint statement released today, Princes Olawuyi Itabiyi (Aburumaku), Sikiru […]
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Radio callers slam APC chairman for denying hardship
Nigeria – Radio listeners who called into FAD FM Calabar have expressed outrage over remarks made by the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State, Barrister Alphonsus Eba, during a live radio interview. During the early morning programme, which focused on defections to the APC and the ongoing economic challenges in […]
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Trump calls to probe Kamala Harris celebrity endorsements
UNITED STATES – US President Donald Trump said Monday he would launch a “major investigation” into his 2024 election rival Kamala Harris over celebrities who backed her failed run for the White House. “Candidates aren’t allowed to pay for ENDORSEMENTS, which is what Kamala did, under the guise of paying for entertainment,” he posted on his […]
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I had cancer, underwent thyroid surgery – Mercy Johnson
Nigeria – Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has opened up about her health struggles and her sudden weight loss. News recalls that the movie star recently sparked concerns with her drastic weight loss, which has been the subject of intense discussion across social media platforms. In a recent conversation with veteran actress Joke Silva, Okojie explained that […]
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Rivers Decries High Rate of Hypertension Cases
Rivers State – The Chief Medical Director of the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH), Prof Chizindu Alikor, has decried that there is high cases of people living with hypertension disease in the state. Prof Alikor, who spoke at an event to mark the World Hypertension Day organised by RSUTH in conjunction with the Rivers […]
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Pope Leo XIV receives US VP Vance, Secretary of State Rubio
United States – Pope Leo XIV on Monday received United States Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Vatican, a day after his inauguration mass. Vance’s spokesperson said the audience with the pontiff lasted 45 minutes. The Vatican, in a statement, said Vance then met with the Holy See’s secretary for […]
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Tinubu at Pope’s event shows rare tolerance – Fani-Kayode
Rome, Italy — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s attendance at the inauguration mass of the newly installed Catholic Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, has been described as a groundbreaking act of religious tolerance and mutual respect. The commendation came from Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation and a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), […]
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Davido, Asa Set to Perform at National Sport Festival
Ogun, Nigeria — Director General of National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has confirmed two top Nigerian musicians, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, and Bukola Elemide, also known as Asa, for the opening of the 22nd National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday. The opening will be held at the MKO Abiola Stadium […]
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‘We built this together,’ Davido to Manager
Lagos, Nigeria — The Afrobeats star Davido has penned an emotional tribute to his long-time manager, Asa Asika, following Asika’s traditional wedding in Lagos. It was previously reported that the award-winning singer served as a groomsman during the ceremony, visibly supporting his manager throughout the celebrations. On Saturday, Davido took to X to share a […]
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Man Murders About-To-Marry Ex-Lover in Enugu
Enugu, Nigeria — A middle-aged man identified as Ogbonna, popularly known as Mourinho, has allegedly killed his ex-girlfriend, Chisom Ayogu, at his residence in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State. It was gathered that the deceased, who hailed from Amufie community in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, had visited Mourinho at his […]
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