Nigeria’s groundwater under threat: FUT Minna lecturer urges urgent action
A lecturer at the Federal University of Technology Minna has called for urgent action to address the growing threats to Nigeria’s groundwater resources. The academic warned that declining water levels, pollution, and climate-related challenges are putting the country’s underground water supply at serious risk. Groundwater remains a major source of drinking water and agricultural support […]
Ogun to eliminate examination malpractice in schools – Commissioner
The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Abayomi Arigbabu, has pledged that the state government will eliminate examination malpractice in both public and private schools. He gave the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting held at Lisabi Grammar School in Abeokuta, stressing that the ministry is determined to close all loopholes that encourage cheating. […]
Tinubu set to embark on visit to kebbi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to pay a one-day official visit to Kebbi State on Saturday. During the trip, he will inaugurate several projects completed by the state governor, Nasir Idris. The visit was confirmed in a statement released by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. As part of his […]
NNPP urges Presidency, NSA to clear Kwankwaso of terrorism allegations
The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on the Presidency and the Office of the National Security Adviser to publicly clear its National Leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, of alleged links to terrorism. The appeal was made in a statement issued by the party’s state Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Karaye. According […]
Rivers bye-election: PDP, LP, ADC do not have candidates — Electoral commissioner, Yomere
The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Rivers State, Professor Gabriel Yomere, has confirmed that the upcoming bye-elections for Khana Constituency 2 and Ahoada East Constituency 2 will go ahead as planned. According to him, the exercise will take place on February 21 despite the absence of candidates from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), […]
New League Of Imams And Alfas Will Bring Boko Haram To South-West – Grand Mufti Warns
Concerns have been raised in parts of Southwest Nigeria following claims that a newly formed League of Imams and Alfas could pose security risks to the region. Some critics fear that the emergence of the group might create tensions or be wrongly linked to extremist threats such as Boko Haram. However, there is currently no […]
Michael Carrick Named Premier League Manager of the Month for January
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has been named Premier League Manager of the Month for January, following an outstanding start to his tenure at Old Trafford. Carrick, who assumed managerial duties from Ruben Amorim in mid-January, has made an immediate impact, guiding United to a series of impressive results against top-flight opposition. His reign […]
Hundreds protest in Ireland over planned deportation of Nigerian family
The Department of Justice has reiterated that both the International Protection Office (IPO) and the International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT) operate independently in determining applications for international protection. In a statement, the department emphasised that each case is assessed on its individual merits and in accordance with national and international asylum law. It said applicants […]
INEC Releases Timetable for 2027 General Election, Reaffirms Readiness
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially unveiled the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 General Election, reaffirming its preparedness to deliver credible and transparent polls. INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, announced the schedule during a press conference held Friday in Abuja, assuring stakeholders of the Commission’s commitment to conducting elections in strict […]
Horrific video shows how Nigerian student was k!lled in South Africa
A tragic incident has left many Nigerians in shock following the death of 22-year-old Isaac Satlat, a student from Plateau State who was killed in South Africa. Isaac, who was reportedly close to graduating and planning to continue his studies in Canada, was said to have been attacked during a suspected car hijacking outside Pretoria. […]