The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Nigeria has announced the commencement of its first Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for Private Candidates, scheduled from Friday, October 25 through Friday, December 20, 2024. According to a statement released by Adesina Moyosola Fadekemi, Acting Head of the Public Affairs Department, the CB-WASSCE will use…
Compiled by OGBOMOLA BOLADALE E The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The political climate in Osun State has intensified following a directive by the state governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, which barred heavy-duty trucks from accessing the Olaiya Flyover in Osogbo due to safety concerns. This directive has sparked a heated exchange between the state’s two major…
Twenty-eight civil society organizations in the Niger Delta region are demanding clarification regarding reports that suggest the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu, has been cleared by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The groups are concerned that such a clearance could potentially tarnish the reputation of President Bola Tinubu’s…
Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo has been sentenced to 20 years and six months in prison for accepting $35 million in bribes from the Brazilian construction company, Odebrecht. The bribes were in exchange for allowing Odebrecht to secure a contract to build a road connecting Peru to western Brazil. Toledo, who served as president of…
Written and compiled by Afuwape Mariam The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has urged the Federal Government to undertake a thorough review of Nigeria’s educational policies to address the challenges facing tertiary education in the country. According to the monarch, although efforts have been made to improve the sector,…
In a decisive move aimed at controlling the surging prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly referred to as cooking gas, the federal government has mandated domestic producers to halt all exports of the commodity. This action is part of a broader strategy to mitigate the economic strain on Nigerian consumers grappling with increasingly high…
As the UEFA Champions League continues to thrill football fans. Arsenal is set to face Shakhtar Donetsk in what promises to be an exciting clash. Both teams will be aiming for victory as they push through the group stage. Here’s everything you need to know about Arsenal vs Shakhtar — from predictions to ticket availability….
The Chief Judge of Kano State, Justice Dije Aboki, has ordered the release of 37 inmates from the Goron Dutse Correctional Centre, citing concerns over their health and prolonged detention without trial. According to a statement by Baba Jibo, spokesperson for Kano State Judiciary, the decision was in line with legal provisions that empower the…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revealed his decision to revoke the certificate of occupancy (C of O) for plots of land allocated to Julius Berger in the Katampe District of Abuja. The land will now be used for the construction of residential quarters for judges. Wike shared this during…
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the federal government to take immediate action in identifying and apprehending those responsible for the murder of 16 youths in Nibo, Anambra State. According to reports from newsmen , unknown gunmen targeted a group of young men gathered for a social event on Sunday, resulting…
The Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, expressed concern over the prevalence of cultism and cybercrimes universities within the state. The Governor’s sentiments were shared by his Special Adviser on Security Matters, Brigadier Ebenezer Ogundana, during a stakeholders’ meeting organized by the Nigeria Police Strategic Forum. The gathering was geared towards training the Schools Protection Squad…
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State recently swore in the 23 newly elected local government council chairmen at a ceremony in Makurdi. During the swearing-in ceremony, the governor emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency for the newly elected officials. The local government chairmen were elected in the local government elections conducted by the Benue…
CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu has commenced his tenure as the new Commissioner of Police in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, signaling a firm stance against crime and criminal activities during his administration. In a briefing with journalists at the Command’s headquarters, Olatunji outlined five key areas of priority that will guide his approach to maintaining…
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In today’s fast-paced digital age, journalism is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Precision journalism, a method that utilizes data to guide reporting, is quickly becoming the cornerstone of modern newsrooms. As technology evolves, the reliance on data and analytics enables journalists to uncover hidden patterns, expose truths, and provide readers with more accurate and insightful stories….
The family plays a fundamental role in shaping individuals and is widely considered the primary agent of socialization. From birth, the family provides the initial environment where children begin to learn societal norms, values, and behaviors. This early stage of life sets the foundation for an individual’s personality, emotional well-being, and future social interactions. Sociologists…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has waded into the industrial face-off between striking primary school teachers in the territory and Chairmen of the six Area Councils. Speaking after a tour of the ongoing Apo-Karshi Road project on Thursday, the minister threatened to use the 10 per cent of Internally…
President Bola Tinubu has called on the United Nations to prioritize debt forgiveness for Nigeria and other developing countries, urging creditors and multilateral financial institutions to provide relief. Tinubu’s appeal was made during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where he was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima….
According to a report by Global Petrol Prices, Libya is said to sell Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) at the cheapest price in Africa at N52 ($0.031) per litre or 0.15 Libyan Dinar. Global Petrol Prices is a platform that tracks retail petrol prices worldwide. The report noted that Libya stands out as the country with…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of 984 personnel for the Enugu State local government election scheduled for Saturday. The Commandant of NSCDC Enugu State Command, Cyprian Otoibhi, revealed this information to journalists on Friday in Enugu. Otoibhi emphasized the importance of the deployed officers and men conducting themselves…
A disturbing report reveals that a filling station, Pinnacle Oil, owned by Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, has been deliberately set on fire by unknown arsonists. The shocking incident took place in the early hours of Friday morning and has caused significant damage to the property. According to sources, the culprits arrived in a…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, has emphasized the importance of maintaining romance and intimacy in marriages, even amidst spiritual responsibilities. Adeboye advised Christian couples not to let their spiritual duties overshadow their conjugal responsibilities to each other. In a post on his official handle, Adeboye shared insight…
The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Archbishop Henry Ndukuba, has called for a state of emergency on social welfare in the country. Archbishop Ndukuba made this plea during the inauguration of a standing committee meeting of the church, emphasizing the urgent need for government intervention in addressing social welfare issues. Specifically, Archbishop…
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has raised an alarm over an alleged plan by the National Officers Committee (NOC) to impose an illegal State Executive Council (SEC) in Kogi State. This development was revealed in a communiqué issued by the NMA Kogi State branch after an emergency general meeting. Signed by Chairman Dr. Abubakar Alhassan…
The Lagos State government has announced plans to temporarily close the Eko Bridge for eight weeks, starting from September 26, to facilitate reconstruction work. According to Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the Lagos Commissioner for Transportation, the closure will be implemented in phases to minimize disruptions. To mitigate the impact on traffic, motorists will be diverted to alternative…
During a presidential debate in preparation for the US Presidential election, former President and Republican candidate Donald Trump made a statement regarding deporting migrants who arrive in the US after fleeing prisons and mental institutions if he were to be elected. Trump claimed that there are millions of people entering the country from prisons, jails,…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has announced the receipt of two million Naira, through a bank draft from a former beneficiary of student loan, Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN. This is contained in a statement by Monalisa Dike, from the Corporate Communications Department of the fund on Friday in Abuja. Dike said that…
Amid the biting economic hardship and current fuel scarcity in the country, the Senior Pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, on Thursday said President Bola Tinubu wants to use the first two years of his administration to serve his family, friends and associates. Giwa said Tinubu will use the remaining…
The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has introduced new standardised uniforms for Supernumerary Police (SPY) officers and directed all organizations utilizing SPY personnel to adhere to the new uniforms. The announcement was made during the inauguration of the new standard SPY police uniforms in Abuja, where Egbetokun emphasized the importance of implementing the new uniforms….
The leadership of the Deeper Life Church has disavowed any connection to a 60-year-old man named Obatayo Adetunji, who has been accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl and claiming to be a pastor at the church. The church clarified that Adetunji is not affiliated with the church as a pastor and condemned rumors circulating…
The Archbishop of Living Christ Mission, Most Rev. Prof Daddy Hezekiah has appealed to the federal government to wake up and tackle the current economic realities which he said have imposed untold hardship on Nigerians. The man of God made the appeal during a church service to mark this year’s Father’s Day…
