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Admissions: Mathematics no longer compulsory for Arts students, says FG

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that Mathematics is no longer a compulsory requirement for students seeking admission into tertiary institutions to study Arts and Humanities. The new policy, revealed on Tuesday by the Federal Ministry of Education (FME), aims to remove unnecessary barriers for admission while maintaining academic standards across Nigerian universities, polytechnics, […]

Abure Represents Labor Party At INEC Meeting

The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Barrister Julius Abure, on Tuesday represented the party at a meeting organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja. The meeting, which involved leaders of registered political parties, focused on electoral reforms and preparations ahead of future elections in Nigeria. Abure’s attendance at the INEC […]

FCT projects: Expect what you have not seen during Tinubu’s third anniversary – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has promised that Nigerians will witness unprecedented development projects in Abuja by the time President Bola Tinubu marks his third year in office. Speaking at the commissioning of access roads in Sector Centre B, Dakibiyu District, Wike expressed confidence that President Tinubu’s leadership will deliver […]

Edo: Gov Okpebholo swears in 20 commissioners amid cabinet shake-up speculations

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has officially sworn in 20 newly confirmed commissioners on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, following their screening and approval by the Edo State House of Assembly. The ceremony, held in Benin City, comes amid growing speculations of an imminent cabinet reshuffle, causing unease among some current members of the State Executive […]

Madagascar’s Presidency dissolves National Assembly

In a dramatic turn of events, the Presidency of Madagascar has announced the dissolution of the National Assembly, the lower chamber of the country’s Parliament. The decision was confirmed through an official presidential decree issued on Tuesday, citing Article 60 of the Constitution as its legal basis. According to local media, the dissolution came at […]

Three Kaduna PDP reps members defect to APC

In a major political shift, three members of the House of Representatives from Kaduna State have officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers include Aliyu Abdullahi representing Ikara/Kubau Federal Constituency, Abdulkareem Ahmed representing Kaduna South Federal Constituency, and Sadiq Abdullahi representing Sabon Gari Federal Constituency. Their […]

Most important game of my career — Chelle speaks on Super Eagles vs Cheetahs

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has described the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic as the most important match of his coaching career. The Nigerian national team will face their West African neighbours today, Tuesday, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, as they push for a spot in the 2026 FIFA […]

BREAKING: Enugu Governor, Peter Mbah dumps PDP for APC

In a surprising political twist, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made during a televised broadcast on Tuesday, marking a major realignment in the state’s political landscape. Governor Mbah explained that his decision came after “deep reflection” […]

Madagascar President flees country as soldiers join anti-government protests

Madagascar’s political crisis took a dramatic turn on Monday, October 13, after reports emerged that President Andry Rajoelina fled the country amid growing anti-government protests and a military uprising. According to French state radio RFI, the president, who also holds French citizenship, was flown out of Antananarivo on a French military aircraft following a deal […]