President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described elder statesman and leader of the Afenifere, Reuben Fasoranti, as a steadfast voice for Nigeria’s unity and the dignity of its citizens. The President made the remarks on Monday in Akure, Ondo State, during activities marking the 100th birthday celebration of Pa Fasoranti. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu praised the elder statesman for dedicating most of his life to the service of justice, democracy, education and advocacy for the underprivileged. According to the President, Pa Fasoranti consistently sacrificed personal comfort to defend the oppressed and speak for the under-represented in society.…
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, says it will begin an option of “Bring Your Own Device” for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, from 2027. The Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this during the 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions into Tertiary Institutions on Monday in Abuja. Mr Oloyede said candidates would be allowed to use their personal devices for the examination, but a flash drive would be inserted to prevent malpractice. tiamin rice He explained that the option would be cheaper and easier to manage and would also address complaints from candidates who often report that…
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has affirmed the 12-year prison sentence handed to Dauda Sani Haladu for raping his 15-year-old domestic worker in Abuja. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, describing the judgment as a landmark victory in the fight against sexual and gender-based violence. According to the agency, the apex court delivered its final judgment on May 8, 2026, upholding the conviction and sentence earlier imposed by an FCT High Court presided over by Justice M.A. Nasir in 2021. NAPTIP stated that the incident occurred on March…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of retired Major General Adeyinka A. Famadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security. The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation and signed by the Head of Information and Public Relations, Chris Ugwuegbulam, on Monday. Igboho Seeks FG Approval for Iru Ekun Security Network According to the statement, the appointment reflects the administration’s commitment to strengthening internal security coordination, enhancing intelligence-driven operations, and improving inter-agency collaboration in tackling emerging security threats across the country. The circular conveying the appointment was…
Justice Maryann Anineh of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja, has revoked the bail granted to former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman and issued a bench warrant for his arrest over his failure to appear in court for his ongoing trial. The ruling was delivered on Monday, May 11, 2026, during proceedings in the alleged N31.07 billion fraud case instituted against the former minister and seven others by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Mamman has reportedly remained out of circulation since May 7, 2026, when Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, convicted…
Police in Malawi have arrested nine additional suspects over allegations of spreading false information linked to claims of disappearing private parts, amid growing panic in parts of the country. According to a statement issued by the National Police Deputy Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Alfred Chimthere, the suspects were arrested after reporting on May 10, 2026 that their genitals had allegedly vanished after physical contact with other individuals. The incidents, which police described as false, are connected to ongoing rumours and superstitious beliefs circulating in Nsanje and Chikwawa districts regarding alleged magical acts. Police said all the complainants were referred to…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the appointment of Prof. Bukar Muhammad Usman as the pioneer Executive Chairman of the newly established Zakkat and Waqf Collection and Distribution Commission. The Commission, which became operational in 2025 following the passage of its enabling law by the State Assembly and the Governor’s subsequent assent, is mandated to oversee the collection, administration, and equitable distribution of Zakkat and Waqf across the state. The appointment of the Executive Chairman is in accordance with the powers conferred on the Governor under Section 4 (1) and (2) of the Commission’s Law, 2025. Prof.…
Tsohon ministan sadarwa na Najeriya Farfesa Isa Ali Pantami ya yi ƙarin haske kan dalilin da ya sa ya taɓa mayar da akwatin zaɓensa zuwa Abuja daga Gombe. A hirarsa da gidan talabijin na TVC a yau Lahadi, Pantami wanda ɗaya ne daga cikin masu neman tikitin takarar gwamnan jihar Gombe a zaɓen 2027, ya kuma yi tsokaci kan zargin da ake masa na watsi da lamuran jam’iyyar ta APC na tsawon lokaci. Pantami ya ce ya maida akwatin zaɓensa zuwa Abuja ne a shekarar 2019 saboda muƙamin da ya riƙe na shugaban hukumar NITDA a lokacin, kuma yana daga…
The Kano State Government has received the Award of Excellence from the National Examinations Council (NECO) in recognition of its outstanding support for candidate sponsorship and registration in the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). Kano State emerged as the Second Best Outstanding State in the sponsorship and registration of a high number of candidates for two consecutive academic sessions—2023/2024 and 2024/2025. The award was presented on Thursday, May 7, 2026, during the grand finale of NECO’s 25th Anniversary celebration held at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. The event brought together education stakeholders, policymakers, and dignitaries from across the country to…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in safeguarding public health, enhancing consumer protection, and reducing regulatory overlaps between both agencies. The agreement is expected to improve coordination in regulatory enforcement, information sharing, and joint investigations, with the ultimate goal of ensuring safer products and a more effective consumer protection framework across Nigeria. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, described the MoU as a strategic framework designed to deepen synergy…