The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has cleared 85 underage candidates for exceptional admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions. All the candidates are younger than 16 years as of September 2025. JAMB’s Head of Media, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, stated that they completed a multi-stage evaluation and met all requirements. The candidates have been notified to…
The Ekiti State Police Command arrested three officers after a viral video showed them brutalising a motorcyclist in front of Osi-Ekiti Outpost station in Ido-Osi Local Government Area. SP Sunday Abutu, the command’s spokesperson, announced the arrests on Monday in Ado-Ekiti. He stated that the command condemns the officers’ unprofessional actions. The police also reassured…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a final warning to the Federal Government, threatening a nationwide strike starting Saturday if urgent demands are not met. NARD President Dr. Muhammad Suleiman explained that doctors have already begun ward rounds and patient handovers in preparation for the industrial action. The association emphasized that the…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has handed over a petrol station it sealed in Lagos to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The move followed an ongoing investigation into alleged fuel diversion and regulatory violations. Officials said the action aims to ensure transparency in the petroleum distribution process and to protect consumers….
The Ondo State Police Command has uncovered a baby factory and human trafficking network operating in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area. Officers rescued five pregnant girls and a baby boy during the raid. How Police Exposed the Syndicate Police spokesperson Olayinka Ayanlade said the case began when 17-year-old Vivian Peter, from Ikot Ekpan in Akwa…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking and abuse in October 2025, making several high-profile arrests and seizing large quantities of illegal substances across Nigeria. The agency’s operations stretched across airports, nightclubs, border points, and several states. Cocaine Seized at Lagos Airport At the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA)…
A shooting erupted Saturday night at Lincoln University in Oxford, Pennsylvania, injuring at least seven people. The incident occurred amid homecoming festivities on campus, when crowd activity was high and public events were underway. Authorities responded swiftly, securing the area and launching an investigation. Timeline and Location of the Attack The shooting broke out around…
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened Canada with a 10% import tax on all goods after it delayed pulling down an anti-tariff advertisement. His warning followed a heated exchange between Washington and Ottawa over trade and public messaging. Background on the Dispute Canada launched a government-funded ad campaign that criticized Trump’s tariffs on steel and…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State has officially introduced its newly elected officials. The presentation took place at the party’s secretariat in Jos, where members gathered to witness the event. The announcement marks a fresh chapter for the PDP as it seeks to rebuild its influence across the state. Strengthening Party Unity and…
On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump attended a ceasefire signing between Thailand and Cambodia during his Malaysia trip. The two nations agreed to expand a truce amid past violent skirmishes. Trump’s presence underscored U.S. diplomatic backing for the deal. Key Terms of the Agreement Under the agreement, Thailand will release Cambodian prisoners. In return, Cambodia…
