The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced the results for the June/July 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), revealing that 60.55% of candidates achieved five credits, including English Language and Mathematics. While addressing journalists at the NECO headquarters in Minna, Niger State, the Registrar, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, stated that 1,376,423 candidates, including 706,950 males […]
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Northeast PDP Endorses Damagum as National Chairman Amid Party Tensions
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria’s Northeast zone has officially endorsed Umar Iliya Damagum to continue as the acting National Chairman of the party. This decision was announced in a statement released by Humwashi Wonosikou, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State, on Thursday. The endorsement comes at a time of […]
Edo Election: Governor Makinde Affirms Support for PDP Candidate Asue Ighodalo
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has expressed full support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo, in the upcoming Edo State election scheduled for September 21. Makinde made his stance clear on Wednesday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the upgrade of Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan. Responding to concerns about his […]
Chidera Ejuke Emerges as La Liga’s Best Dribbler in Early Season
Chidera Ejuke, the Nigerian forward who recently joined Sevilla, has quickly established himself as a standout dribbler in La Liga. In just four matches this season, Ejuke has successfully dribbled past opponents 17 times, according to the latest statistics. The 26-year-old winger, who made the move to Sevilla after a stint at Royal Antwerp, signed […]
NLC President Criticizes Government Over Dangote Refinery Pricing Control
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of fraudulent interference in the pricing of petroleum products from Dangote Refinery. Speaking during a media briefing at Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, Ajaero condemned the government’s involvement in setting prices for locally produced products, stating that it goes against […]
Yahaya Bello’s Media Team Insists He Was at EFCC Amid Conflicting Statements
The media team of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has reiterated that he was present at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters, despite conflicting statements from the anti-graft agency. Earlier, Bello’s team reported that he attended the EFCC office voluntarily, following consultations with his legal team and political associates. However, EFCC spokesperson […]
Michy Batshuayi on Victor Osimhen’s Arrival at Galatasaray
Galatasaray striker Michy Batshuayi has addressed concerns about potential rivalry following the arrival of Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen at the club. Despite speculations about competition among the attacking trio of Batshuayi, Osimhen, and Mauro Icardi, who is currently dealing with fitness issues, Batshuayi has emphasized the unity and collective focus within the team. In a […]
Nigerian Troops Achieve Success Against Terrorists in Kaduna
On September 17, 2024, the Nigerian Army reported significant successes in their ongoing battle against terrorism in Kaduna State. During a covert operation, troops intercepted terrorists moving from Alawa Forest in Niger State to Birnin Gwari. The ambush led to an intense gunfight, resulting in the death of two terrorists, with others managing to flee. […]
Controversy Surrounds Yahaya Bello’s Visit to EFCC Headquarters
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello’s recent visit to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters has sparked controversy. While Bello’s media team claims he voluntarily visited the EFCC to clear his name of corruption allegations, the anti-graft agency denies this and insists he remains a wanted person. According to a statement from the […]
CBN Set to Reintroduce Cybersecurity Levy on Electronic Transactions, Reduces Rate
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to reintroduce the controversial Cybersecurity Levy on electronic transactions, as part of its Monetary, Credit, Foreign Trade, and Exchange Policy Guidelines for 2024-2025. The levy, initially introduced in May 2024, faced backlash due to the financial burden it placed on Nigerians. In the revised guidelines, the […]