NAL convocates members, urges caution on use of digital technology
The Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL), on Thursday in Lagos, through its 27th convocation ceremonies, convocated some of its members, invested fellowships on others, and gave awards of excellence to some distinguished Nigerians. The president of the academy, Professor Sola Akinrinade, at the event themed ‘The humanities in the modern digital world’, spoke on the […]
FG approves nine new private universities, maintains moratorium on new applications
The Federal Government has granted operating licences to nine new private universities, marking a significant push to expand higher education access while enforcing tighter quality controls across Nigeria’s tertiary sector. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced the approval on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu […]
Rivers pastor arrested as video shows children beaten in alleged spiritual cleansing
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 41-year-old pastor, Ifediorah Onyeibor Joseph, alongside several church members, over alleged dehumanisation of minors during a religious ceremony in Eneka, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state. The arrest follows the circulation of a disturbing video on social media, showing at least 20 children, some unclothed and […]
Toke Makinwa expecting first child after years of waiting
Nigerian media personality and bestselling author, Toke Makinwa, has announced that she is expecting her first child, bringing an end to years of public speculation and personal longing. The 41-year-old revealed the joyful news this morning on Instagram, sharing an elegant maternity photoshoot alongside an emotional caption celebrating divine timing. In her post, Toke described […]
12-year-old trafficking survivor rescued after months of sexual exploitation in India
A 12-year-old Bangladeshi girl has been rescued after enduring months of horrific sexual exploitation in India, where she was allegedly raped by over 200 men. The minor fled her home in Bangladesh after failing a school exam, fearing punishment from her strict parents, only to fall victim to a ruthless human trafficking ring. According to […]
Tinubu orders screening of civil servants recruited between 2013 and 2020 over job sale claims
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has ordered a fresh verification exercise targeting thousands of workers recruited into the federal civil service between 2013 and 2020, following allegations of job racketeering and sales of employment slots to desperate applicants. The directive, contained in an August 4 circular signed by Ndiomu Ebiogeh Philip, Permanent Secretary at the Federal […]
MonITNG slams Wike, Kingibe over neglect of Abuja school, says it’s death trap for pupils
Over 478 pupils have reportedly left the Local Education Authority (LEA) Nomadic Primary School in Gagare, Paikon Kore, Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory because the school buildings are no longer safe. Reports have it that the roofs of some of the school buildings have holes, the walls are cracked, and ceiling boards […]
Cristiano Ronaldo proposes to Georgina Rodriguez
Cristiano Ronaldo is now officially engaged to his long-time girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez. The couple, who have been together for nearly ten years, are ready to take the next step in their relationship. The 40-year-old football star proposed recently, and Georgina shared the news on Instagram on Monday. She posted a photo showing a stunning diamond […]
Kemi Badenoch: Critique your country without renouncing it —Wiebe Boer
Businessman and former president of Calvin University in the United States, Dr Wiebe Boer, has reacted to Kemi Badenoch’s recent statement that she no longer identifies as a Nigerian, saying that people can critique their country without renouncing it. Badenoch, who grew up in Lagos State, Nigeria, and is now the leader of the United […]
What former Nigerian Vice President Osinbajo said after watching documentary film ‘Madu’
The immediate former Nigerian Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, has revealed that watching the documentary film ‘Madu’ was a “profoundly moving experience” for him. Osinbajo, who recently stated this through his verified Facebook page, stated that ‘Madu’ was not simply a film about ballet, but rather a quiet portrait of courage, sacrifice, and the cost of […]