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In a bold move to curb rising crime and antisocial behavior, Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has announced a statewide ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages. The decision, made public on May 7, 2025, comes alongside serious allegations against military and security personnel, whom Zulum accuses of promoting criminality in Maiduguri and its…
In a shocking turn of events, an 18-year-old bride, Saudat Jibril, has been arrested in Kano State, Nigeria, for allegedly slitting the throat of her husband, Salisu Idris, just nine days after their wedding. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of May 6, 2025, in Farawa Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area, has left…
The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results have sparked widespread discussion, with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) revealing a staggering 76% failure rate among candidates. Out of the 1,955,069 students who sat for the exam, over 1.5 million scored below 200 out of a possible 400 marks, raising concerns about the state…
In a significant step towards modernizing education in Nigeria, the Minister for Education, Maruf Alausa, has announced that the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) will transition their examinations to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) starting in November 2025. This move is poised to revolutionize the way these critical examinations are conducted,…
In a match that will be remembered for years to come, Inter Milan triumphed over Barcelona in the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League, winning 7-6 on aggregate after two legs filled with drama, goals, and pure football magic. First Leg: A Six-Goal Showdown in Spain The first leg took place at Barcelona’s temporary home…
In the early hours of Wednesday, tragedy struck in the Izge community of Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State, as suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a deadly attack that claimed the lives of an army captain and a soldier. According to reports, the insurgents stormed the village under the cover of darkness, taking the military…
Paris, France – Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has delivered a major boost to fans ahead of their crucial UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against Arsenal. Star forward Ousmane Dembélé has been declared fit and will be available for selection after recovering from a muscle injury. “He has been training with the squad for…
In an exciting development for students at the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA), OPay has extended its ₦1.2 billion 10-year scholarship program. The initiative aims to support deserving students, alleviating the financial burden on talented individuals and enabling them to focus on their academic pursuits. A Strategic Partnership for Empowerment This transformative scholarship program…
A Shocking Declaration at Church? On Sunday, May 4, 2025, something unexpected happened in Minna, the capital of Niger State. Governor Umar Bago, a Muslim, stood before a congregation at Living Faith Church (also known as Winners Chapel) and publicly declared himself “born again.” Yes, you read that right! This moment came during the church’s…
Tragedy struck in Benue State on Sunday as suspected armed herdsmen reportedly ambushed a commercial vehicle along the busy Otukpo-Adoka road. According to eyewitness accounts, the attackers hijacked the fully loaded vehicle, shot and killed the driver on the spot, and abducted several passengers into the nearby bush. The incident occurred in the evening hours,…
