President Tinubu Condemns Kwara Attack, Promises Justice for Victims
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the recent deadly attack on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State, describing the assailants’ actions as “cowardly and beastly” and promising swift military action. In a statement released on Thursday, President Tinubu said he met with Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to be […]
JAMB Opens Registration for 2026 UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has opened registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the exam used by candidates seeking admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria. Registration began on 26 January 2026 and will close on 28 February 2026. The board has advised candidates to complete their […]
World Bank Praises Nigeria’s Economic Reforms, Pledges Stronger Partnership
Nigeria has been recognised by the World Bank as a global reference point for credible and steady economic reforms, with the lender pledging deeper cooperation to support the country’s development agenda. The commendation came during a meeting at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday, where President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima received […]
President Tinubu Orders Overhaul of Road Maintenance System
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has warned that poor road maintenance is draining public resources and has ordered a major overhaul of how federal roads are managed. He has directed the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) to create a comprehensive, geo-referenced national database of failed and failing federal roads, aimed at identifying why roads deteriorate and […]
US Sends Ground Troops to Nigeria Amid Security Cooperation
The United States has confirmed that it has deployed a small team of ground troops to Nigeria, marking a rare acknowledgement of US military presence in the country. The announcement was made by General Dagvin Anderson, the head of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), during a press briefing on Tuesday. According to General Anderson, the […]
Actor Bolanle Ninalowo Joins Pro-Tinubu Group
Nigerian film star Bolanle Ninalowo has been appointed as the Atlanta, United States coordinator of a pro-President Bola Tinubu support group, expanding the growing involvement of celebrities in political advocacy ahead of the 2027 elections. Mr Ninalowo confirmed the appointment in a post on Instagram, where he shared a campaign flyer bearing the logo of […]
Renowned Worship Leader Ron Kenoly Passes On at 81
Legendary American gospel singer and worship leader Dr. Ron Kenoly has died at the age of 81. According to reports online, he passed on on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The news of his death was first reported by multiple outlets and quickly shared by fellow artists such as Nigerian gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey and fans […]
NECO Announces 2025 SSCE External Results
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for External Candidates, just as it said that 9,016 cases of examination malpractice were recorded in this year’s examinations as against 6,160 in 2024, which shows an increase in the number of malpractice cases by […]
Friend Reveals Heartbreaking Details of Ifunanya’s Death After Snake Bite
The Abuja music community is reeling after the sudden death of singer Ifunanya, fatally bitten by a snake at her Lugbe home on Tuesday morning. Sam C. Ezugwu, director of the Amemuso Choir where she belonged, in a long post on X, has given a heart-wrenching account of her final hours. “At 10:13 a.m., Stephanie […]
FG Declares Public Health Emergency Over Greenhouse Gas-Linked Diseases
The Nigerian federal government has declared a public health emergency in response to the rising burden of diseases linked to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, including respiratory and cardiovascular conditions. Speaking at a stakeholder meeting organised by the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) in Abuja, Balarabe Lawal, Minister of Environment, said environmental surveillance and health […]