Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has approved 150 as the minimum admission benchmark for universities in the 2026 admission exercise. The decision was reached during the annual JAMB policy meeting held in Abuja on Monday, where heads of tertiary institutions and education stakeholders gathered to determine admission guidelines for the new academic session. Under the…
Celebrations following Paris Saint-Germain’s UEFA Champions League victory descended into disorder across parts of France, with authorities confirming that more than 400 people were arrested nationwide after clashes, vandalism, and violence erupted in several cities. The unrest followed PSG’s European triumph over Arsenal, a victory that prompted thousands of supporters to flood streets across the…
Telecommunications expert and President of the National Consumers Advocacy Network, NCAN, Tobi Olanrewaju, has explained why the Nigerian Communications Commission directed telecom operators to compensate subscribers for poor network service. According to Olanrewaju, the move by the NCC under the leadership of Executive Vice Chairman Aminu Maida represents a major step toward protecting Nigerian telecom…
An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan has arraigned four individuals over an alleged assault involving a neighbour and two police officers. The defendants — Wahab Sikiru, Taiwo Sikiru, Taiwo Balikis, and Ifeoluwa Alabi — are facing charges of conspiracy, assault, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. Defendants Deny Allegations All four defendants…
Passengers aboard an Aurigny flight travelling from Guernsey to Manchester experienced an unexpected disruption after the aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing following the discovery of a cracked windscreen. The airline confirmed that the incident occurred during Flight GR678 on Sunday, prompting the crew to divert the aircraft to Southampton as a safety…
The Osi Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Olubunmi Isioye-Dada, has passed away, bringing mourning to the ancient city of Ibadan and its traditional institution. Sources within the palace confirmed that the respected monarch died at his residence in Ibadan following a brief illness. His death marks the end of another chapter in the historic Ibadan traditional…
Ghanaian singer Captan has alleged that dancehall star Shatta Wale once helped Nigerian Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy after he was reportedly arrested in Ghana. The claims were made during a recent podcast interview that has since generated reactions across social media. Captan Recounts Alleged Ghana Arrest According to Captan, Burna Boy was allegedly detained by…
Marjane Satrapi, the internationally acclaimed author, illustrator and filmmaker best known for the graphic memoir Persepolis, has died at the age of 56, according to reports from France on June 4, 2026. French President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to her contribution to culture and freedom. The death of Marjane Satrapi marks the end of a…
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (Redeemed Christian Church of God) has dismissed allegations that its General Overseer, Enoch Adeboye, has ever campaigned in support of any government in Nigeria. The church made the clarification in an official statement released on Tuesday, describing the claims as inaccurate and misleading. Church Reaffirms Political Neutrality According to…
Premier League side Fulham have reportedly opened discussions with former Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa as the club searches for a new manager. The development comes following the departure of Marco Silva, who has reportedly left Craven Cottage to begin a new chapter with Portuguese giants Benfica. If completed, the move would represent one of…
