Redeemer’s university announces double certification for students
Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun, has announced that it will commence the issuance of double certificates in academic and vocational studies for graduating students. The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Shadrack Akindele, made this statement during the 21st matriculation ceremony of the university on Tuesday in Ede. Akindele said that 1,644 students were being matriculated, of […]
Drug abuse among youths a growing concern – NDLEA
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has expressed concern over the high rate of drug abuse among youths in the country. The agency said drug abuse among young people had become a source of serious concern in Nigeria. The Deputy Commander of NDLEA in Osun, Mrs Oluwatoyin Adegoke, stated this on Tuesday while delivering […]
Urhobo people condemn marginalisation in oil and gas appointments
An Urhobo group has condemned what it described as systematic exclusion of the Urhobo people from the management, leadership and governance structures of Nigeria’s petroleum sector, saying it is regrettable. The group said while recent developments showed that frontline managers and directors were inaugurated in the newly constituted boards and leadership structures of the Nigerian […]
UN demands independent probe into woman’s killing by US immigration officer
The UN rights office voiced deep concern at the killing of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, who was shot dead in her car by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in the Midwestern city last Wednesday.
Morocco 2025: Super Eagles remain confident as Gusau quashes fears of manipulative officiating
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) has dismissed fears of possible biased officiating when the Super Eagles lock horns with hosts Atlas Lions of Morocco in Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations second semi-final in Rabat.
ADC Ticket: Atiku is the most experienced contender for 2027 — Momodu
According to Momodu, President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) can be defeated with the right strategy.
Mother of five dies after doctors allegedly leave scissors in her body in Kano
Tragedy has struck in Kano State following the death of a mother of five, Aishatu Umar, after an alleged case of medical negligence at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, a government-owned health facility.
5 killed in LPG truck mishap, as transport minister mourns
Five persons were killed on Monday, January 12, 2026, in a fatal road accident involving a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) truck at Lawanti village, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.
Mbappe absent from training as Arbeloa takes charge at Real Madrid
Striker Kylian Mbappe was absent as Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa took charge of his first training session on Tuesday, after replacing Xabi Alonso at the helm of the Spanish giants.
Ekiti 2026: Court nullifies PDP governorship Primary, orders fresh election
A Federal High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has nullified the governorship primary election conducted by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2026 governorship poll and ordered the party to conduct a fresh primary.
NELFUND disburses N161bn to 864,798 students
According to him, the fund has so far received 1,361,011 loan applications from students across the country.
AFCON 2025: Ghanaian Referee Daniel Laryea gets Nigeria–Morocco semi-final assignment
Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea has been appointed to officiate the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash between Nigeria and host nation Morocco.
Carrick named Manchester United caretaker manager
According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the club is finalising arrangements, including Carrick’s backroom staff.
AFCON 2025 Observatory: Jersey You Can’t Buy – Why African football is leaving billions on the table
Everywhere I turned, airports, fan zones, street markets, there was only one shirt on offer: Morocco
Northern groups condemn alleged attacks on Hausa traders in Ekpoma
…call for restraint among Hausa traders, to dialogue on peace By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG, yesterday, vehemently condemned alleged attacks on Hausa traders in Ekpoma, Edo State. CNG made the condemnation in a statement signed by the National Coordinator, CNG, Comrade Jamilu Charanchi, where the coalition said the alleged […]
5 times Nigeria, Morocco have met at AFCON
Nigeria will battle hosts Morocco in a blockbuster semi-final of the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday, January 14, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
