The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to reschedule candidates affected by technical disruptions during the ongoing 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The board said the decision is aimed at ensuring fairness and giving all candidates equal opportunity to complete their examinations. Assurance to Affected Candidates JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian…
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has described Victor Osimhen as one of the most important players in his squad, comparing the striker to global stars Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane. The manager made the statement while addressing concerns over Osimhen’s fitness as he continues his recovery from injury. Osimhen’s Importance to Galatasaray Buruk emphasised that…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should be concerned about the 2027 general election. According to the opposition party, current economic hardship and insecurity across Nigeria could influence voter decisions. ADC Reacts to Tinubu’s Comments The party’s reaction followed recent remarks by President Tinubu, where he expressed confidence and…
Airtel Nigeria has announced the temporary suspension of its airtime and data borrowing services for prepaid customers. The service previously allowed eligible users to borrow airtime or data and repay during their next recharge. Decision Linked to Regulatory Adjustments In a statement issued on Friday, the company said the move is part of ongoing efforts…
The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has concluded arrangements to vaccinate about 1,600 intending pilgrims ahead of the 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia. The vaccination programme is part of preparations to ensure that all pilgrims from Lagos State meet international health requirements before travelling for the annual Islamic pilgrimage. Vaccination to Cover Key Diseases…
Veteran Nigerian singer Chinagorom Onuoha, widely known as African China, has revealed how he took extraordinary measures to protect himself during the peak of his music career. The “Mr President” crooner disclosed that his socially conscious songs once put his life at risk, forcing him to adopt both physical and spiritual means of protection. Faced…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly known as Blord, following his arraignment over an alleged impersonation case. Blord had been in custody for several weeks at Kuje Correctional Centre after authorities accused him of impersonating social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as…
The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has officially commenced across Nigeria, with more than 2.2 million candidates taking part in the nationwide exercise. The examination, organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), is being conducted in over 900 accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres. Authorities say the process has been largely smooth, despite…
Nigeria is intensifying efforts to attract global investors as the country faces a widening infrastructure deficit estimated at $2.3 trillion. Experts say the funding gap, which spans over two decades, continues to limit economic growth and development across key sectors. The investment requirement, projected between 2020 and 2043, highlights the urgent need for sustained funding…
United States President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a temporary ceasefire. The development signals a possible pause in hostilities between the two countries after years of tension. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social platform, stating that both sides had reached an understanding to reduce conflict. According to…
