The Plateau State Government has ordered the temporary closure of all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state over concerns about a possible diphtheria outbreak. The closure takes effect from Monday, September 7, 2026. The state government said the decision followed the detection of suspected diphtheria cases in Jos North, Jos South,…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results of underage candidates, but clarified that the release does not automatically qualify them for admission into tertiary institutions. JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Dr Fabian Benjamin, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday. According to the…
Popular Yoruba actress, Tayo Odueke, widely known as Sikiratu Sindodo, has opened up about a frightening health battle that reportedly left her in a coma and with only a 50/50 chance of survival. The actress shared her experience during an interview with Oyinmomo TV, recalling how what initially appeared to be a common case of…
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State, Muhammad Gadaka, has apologised and withdrawn his controversial statement urging women to divorce their husbands if they were prevented from supporting the party in the 2027 general elections. Gadaka said his earlier comment, which sparked widespread criticism after a video of the political gathering…
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has expressed deep emotions as she prepares to make her long-awaited debut on the Nigerian cinema screen. The outspoken actress is set to feature in two major films scheduled for release in cinemas in November and December, marking a significant milestone in her acting career. Nkechi will appear in The…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated former Governor of the state, Chief Segun Oni, on the occasion of his 72nd birthday, describing him as a distinguished statesman whose contributions to Ekiti’s development remain remarkable. Oyebanji, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, praised the former governor for his years…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has denied claims that it played any role in Uber’s reported decision to discontinue its ride-hailing operations in Nigeria. FAAN Managing Director, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, clarified the agency’s position on Friday, saying Uber’s decision was entirely based on the company’s economic and regulatory considerations. According to Kuku, FAAN…
Chelsea legend John Terry has predicted a 2-1 victory for the Blues ahead of their Premier League clash against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. The highly anticipated London derby will see Arsenal host Chelsea in what is expected to be one of the biggest Premier League fixtures of the weekend. Terry, a former…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has warned universities, polytechnics and other corps-producing institutions against uploading unqualified graduates for national service, urging them to thoroughly verify students’ records before submitting their names for mobilisation. The NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, issued the warning on Friday at the opening of the 2026 Batch ‘C’ Pre-Mobilisation…
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has revealed that a university recovered through a forfeiture case has been converted into a federal institution, with 1,909 students matriculating in December 2025. Olukoyede disclosed this in a video and accompanying post shared on his official X account on Friday, highlighting the…
