PTDF honours geoscientist Omar Rahaman at 80, hails enduring legacy
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has paid glowing tribute to eminent geoscientist, Professor Omar Rahaman, describing his contributions to Nigeria’s energy sector and academic development as foundational and enduring. Speaking at the Season of Rahaman Distinguished Lecture Series in Abuja to mark the professor’s 80th birthday, the Executive Secretary of […]
Napoli’s Serie A title defence nears end with Lazio defeat
Napoli could concede the Serie A title to Inter Milan as so as next week after falling to a 2-0 home defeat at the hands of Lazio on Saturday.
Bauchi APC splits over Bala Mohammed’s defection; sets up committee
In order to resolve the division, the caucus unanimously agreed to constitute a high-powered committee
NOUN is answer to Nigeria’s university admission crisis – Tinubu
Speaking at the 15th convocation of the National Open University of Nigeria, NOUN, Tinubu said the institution has become a strategic solution to the growing mismatch between the number of candidates seeking admission and the limited spaces available in conventional universities.
No bomb blast, 2 killed in fuel station explosion – Plateau Police
The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed that an explosion at a fuel station in Daffo District, Bokkos Local Government Area, killed two persons while three others sustained injuries.
UTME: JAMB announces release date for 2nd batch of results
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has announced that the second batch of results for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, will be released before midnight on Saturday.
Gunman opens fire in Ukraine capital, killing at least 5
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that at least five people were dead and 10 hospitalised with wounds and trauma after the shooting in a residential district of the capital.
Leeds pull clear of trouble, Bournemouth sink Newcastle
Fresh from a first league win away at fierce rivals Manchester United since 1981, Leeds all but secured their top-flight status.
Top 10 most educated countries in the world
Canada consistently holds the top spot globally. Over 64% of its adult population has completed some form of higher education.
Allegri rules out taking Italy job, wants to stay at AC Milan
Massimiliano Allegri said Saturday that he was not interested in the vacant Italy job, the AC Milan coach saying that he was hoping to stay with the seven-time European champions.
ADC Nigeria’s true opposition, ready to defeat APC – Atiku
Abubakar made the remark in a post on X on Saturday, where he described the ADC as a party “strong in ideals and structure.”
