The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has commenced the disbursement of the April 2025 upkeep allowance to students benefiting from the federal government’s student loan programme. The move is part of ongoing efforts to support students’ living expenses and enhance access to higher education. According to a statement issued by NELFUND’s Director of Strategic Communications, […]
Chelsea Women’s team marked their historic 3-0 triumph over Manchester United in the 2025 Women’s FA Cup Final with a vibrant and culturally rich celebration that has since gone viral. The jubilant squad broke into dance to Nigerian Afrobeat star Skales’ 2014 hit song “Shake Body”, filling the Wembley dressing room with energy and […]
The Nasarawa State Government has confirmed the receipt of ₦9.75 billion from the Federal Government as a refund for the takeover of the Lafia Cargo Airport. The refund follows the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request by the Senate for the issuance of promissory notes to Nasarawa and Kebbi States. The move comes after […]
Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to overhauling the Plateau State civil service, promising to introduce far-reaching reforms aimed at enhancing productivity, accountability, and service delivery. Speaking during a recent engagement with stakeholders, Governor Mutfwang highlighted the urgent need to address longstanding inefficiencies in the system, including widespread absenteeism and lack of […]
Prominent human rights lawyer, Tope Temokun has petitioned the Attorney-General of Ondo State, Kayode Ajulo, demanding the immediate release of several detained members of the Akoko Youth Forum (AYF), who were arrested following a confrontation allegedly involving the Attorney-General himself. The arrest of the youths, who are of Ikale origin, has sparked a wave of […]
The Federal High Court in Lagos has reserved ruling on the no-case submission filed by former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, in his ongoing ₦6.9 billion money laundering and fraud trial. The case, which has been ongoing since 2018, was adjourned by Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke after both prosecution and defense presented arguments on the […]
A magistrate court in Ogudu, Lagos State, has ordered the remand of a 22-year-old security guard, Ifeanyi Kelvin Udoka, on allegations of sexually assaulting a four-year-old girl. The suspect was detained at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre pending the advice of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The court’s decision was announced by Magistrate S.K. […]
Another tragic accident occurred today, May 19, 2025, on Karu Bridge along the Nyanya-Keffi road in Abuja, leaving many feared dead and several others injured. This incident comes just a day after a deadly tanker explosion at the same location, intensifying concerns over road safety on this critical route. Eyewitnesses reported that the crash […]
The Lagos State Government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has made significant strides in infrastructure development over the past year, completing 172 roads and five bridges across the state. This extensive effort aligns with the administration’s THEMES+ agenda, which prioritizes traffic management, transportation, and the overall welfare of residents. As part of this ambitious […]
Governor Uba Sani has declared that peace has returned to Southern Kaduna, a region long troubled by ethnic and religious violence, crediting the change to his administration’s commitment to inclusive and impartial leadership. Speaking during an official engagement, Governor Sani stated, “There are no more killings in Southern Kaduna because I am leading without religious […]
