As the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) kicks off on April 24, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has taken proactive steps to ensure a safe and orderly examination process across Anambra State. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Head of Media and Tactical Operations, Edwin Okadigbo, revealed that the NSCDC…
In a significant development for Nigeria’s education sector, the Federal Government has released ₦50 billion to settle earned allowances owed to academic and non-academic staff unions of federal universities. This move fulfills a longstanding promise made by President Bola Tinubu. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, through…
In a significant political move, Hon. Oluwole Oke, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Oke, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State, conveyed his resignation in a letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ward 7, Obokun Local Government Area. A…
In a major political twist, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement followed a closed-door meeting held at the Government House in Asaba on Wednesday. Confirming the development, the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, said the move…
In a major political development, former Delta State Governor and PDP Vice Presidential candidate, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection was announced on Wednesday following a strategic meeting at the Delta State Government House in Asaba. Before making the move public, Okowa addressed his supporters in his native…
The Vatican has officially announced that the funeral of Pope Francis will be held on Saturday at 10:00 AM (0800 GMT) in St. Peter’s Square, drawing expected attendance from top world leaders, including former U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and French President Emmanuel Macron. Pope Francis, aged 88, passed away on Monday…
A coalition of civil society organizations, under the banner of Civic Room for Rule of Law, has declared support for the immediate removal of Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Ibok-ete Ibas, citing serious breaches of constitutional procedures. NaijaBlogDaily reports that the move follows growing nationwide outrage over Ibas’ alleged overreach, particularly the controversial dismissal of appointees…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is slowing down sharply due to escalating U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump’s trade policies, with top U.S. trading partners China, Mexico, and Canada bearing the brunt. Speaking during the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings held on April 22, 2025, in Washington, D.C., IMF Chief…
A group of protesters under the banner of Concerned Citizens Against Corruption on Tuesday stormed the office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), demanding the immediate probe and prosecution of former NNPC CEO, Mele Kyari. Naija Blog Daily reports that the protest follows the removal of…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has officially released its nomination and administrative fees for aspirants contesting in the July 12 local government elections. Naija Blog Daily reports that the election guidelines were jointly signed by APC State Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, and Secretary, Dr Adeola Jokomba, on Tuesday. Chairmanship Nomination Fees Councillorship…
