Certificate Forgery: Hearing in ex-minister Nnaji’s suit against UNN, others stalled
Hearing in the certificate forgery suit filed by former minister Uche Nnaji against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and others was stalled at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The case was adjourned to April 20 to allow lawyers regularise their processes. Counsel to UNN and other defendants requested the adjournment, which was not […]
NAAT, NASU, others shut UniCross offices over unpaid salaries
Members of NAAT, NASU and other non-academic unions have shut down offices at the University of Cross River State (UniCross) over unpaid salaries. The workers locked administrative buildings to press home their demands. The unions accused the school management of failing to pay outstanding wages and allowances. They said several appeals and meetings had not […]
Friendly: Okobi delighted to rejoin Super Falcons after maternity break
Midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has expressed joy after rejoining the Super Falcons following her maternity break. The experienced player last featured for Nigeria at the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and missed the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The 32-year-old stepped away from football due to pregnancy and childbirth. She recently received a surprise call-up […]
NUC warns against abuse of honorary doctorates in Nigerian universities, issues guidelines
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has warned Nigerian universities against the misuse and indiscriminate award of honorary doctorate degrees. The commission said it will sanction institutions and individuals who fail to follow the new rules. In a statement, the NUC released 16 guidelines to regulate how honorary degrees are awarded and used. It stressed that […]
I didn’t lobby to be Bayelsa Deputy gov – Pastor Peter Akpe
Bayelsa State’s new Deputy Governor, Pastor Peter Akpe, has said he did not lobby for the position following the death of his predecessor. He made the statement during a reception held at the Government House in Yenagoa. Akpe stressed that his appointment was not driven by personal ambition but by divine purpose. He said throughout […]
Brazil supreme court convicts two politicians over 2018 murder of Marielle Franco
Brazil’s Supreme Court has convicted former lawmakers Chiquinho Brazão and Domingos Brazão for ordering the 2018 murder of Rio councilwoman Marielle Franco. The unanimous ruling described the crime as politically motivated and linked to organized militia groups. Franco, a 38-year-old Black and openly lesbian activist, was shot dead alongside her driver, Anderson Gomes, in central […]
Burna Boy’s associate, Rahman Jago confirms singer converted to Islam
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has reportedly converted to Islam, according to his associate, Rahman Jago. The singer, who was raised Christian, hinted at embracing Islam during a recent podcast. A video shared by Jago on X shows Burna Boy praising Allah alongside friends, captioned “Allahu Akbar,” fueling speculation about his religious shift. Former presidential […]
Former US Air Force Pilot Arrested for Allegedly Providing Combat Training to Chinese Military
A former U.S. Air Force pilot has been arrested and charged for allegedly providing unauthorized combat training to Chinese military aviators, the Department of Justice announced Feb. 25. Gerald Eddie Brown Jr., 65, was taken into custody Wednesday in Jeffersonville, Indiana, and charged with violating the Arms Export Control Act, according to a DOJ statement. […]
NY College professor placed on leave for making racist comments about black students
A Hunter College professor in New York, Allyson Friedman, has been placed on leave after making racist comments about black students during a virtual meeting. The remarks, captured on a hot mic, sparked outrage among parents, students, and public officials. College President Nancy Cantor confirmed the leave and said an investigation is ongoing under the […]
Friendly: Super Falcons camp swells with 15 players ahead Cameroon clash
The Super Falcons’ camp has grown as 15 new players joined preparations ahead of their friendly against Cameroon. Coach Randy Waldrum called up the additions to strengthen the squad for the upcoming clash. The team is training intensively, focusing on tactics, fitness, and team cohesion ahead of the international friendly. The inclusion of new players […]