WAEC, NECO to Go Fully CBT by 2026 — FG
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating examination malpractice in Nigeria by transitioning to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for WAEC and NECO by 2026. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, revealed during a televised interview yesterday, that CBT would begin with objective papers in November 2025, with full implementation—covering essay sections—by May/June 2026. He acknowledged […]
Richie Sambora Rocks Kentucky Derby Gala With Fractured Hand
Richie Sambora brought rock energy to the 2024 Kentucky Derby festivities despite nursing a painful injury. Just a week before taking the stage at the Unbridled Eve Derby Gala on May 2, the 65-year-old guitarist fractured his hand in two places during a casual game of touch football in New Jersey, where he’s currently staying […]
Ahmed Musa to Lead Super Eagles at Unity Cup
Attacker Ahmed Musa will captain the Nigeria Super Eagles at the Unity Cup in London later this month, leading the team against Ghana and other nations. NPFL club Kano Pillars confirmed that Musa will captain the Nigeria Super Eagles in the upcoming Unity Cup tournament scheduled for from May 26 to 31 2025 at Brentford […]
$1,000 Stipend Proposed for Migrants Who Voluntarily Leave U.S.
The Trump administration plans to offer a $1,000 stipend and travel assistance to migrants who elect to voluntarily “self deport” from the U.S According to the Department of Homeland Security, the stipend and potential airfare for migrants who voluntarily depart would cost less than an actual deportation, the agency said. The average cost of arresting, […]
UK Launches Visa Centres in Enugu, Port Harcourt
UK has opened Visa Application Centres in Enugu and Port Harcourt, to cater to the increasing demand for UK visas from Nigeria. According to the UK Home Office, the new centres will help complement existing UK Visa Application Centres in Abuja, Ikeja, and Victoria Island, which have been operational since November 2024. It noted that […]
NIPOST Phases Out Cash Transactions by July 2025
Nigerian Postal Service, NIPOST, has announced July 1, 2025, as the deadline to end cash transactions across all its offices nationwide. Announcing this in a statement yesterday, NIPOST’s director of corporate communications, Frank Alao, said the move is part of reforms aimed at transforming the organisation into a more transparent, efficient, and digitally driven institution. […]
Putin Claims West Pushed for Nuclear Conflict, Insists Restraint
Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that Western nations are attempting to provoke him into resorting to nuclear weapons amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The remarks came in a new documentary marking Putin’s 25 years in power, as reported by Russian state media. “They tried to provoke us into making mistakes,” Putin said, referencing […]
Nguema Takes Office as Gabon’s President After 94.85% Win
General Brice Oligui Nguema has been sworn in as president of Gabon after winning 94.85% of votes in the April 12 election. Nguema had seized power in a coup nearly two years ago, ending the Bongo dynasty’s 50-year rule. His inauguration at the weekend was attended by several African leaders, and he has vowed to […]
Oworonshoki Bridge Rehab Kicks Off May 6
Lagosians and motorists are reminded of a 110-day emergency repair programme for the Oworonshoki/Third Axial Bridge, with focus on the bridge’s expansion joints. Scheduled to commence tomorrow Tuesday, May 6, 2025, and run through Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the Lagos State’s Ministry of Transportation says the repair works will be executed in eight phases, with […]
FG Halts BEA Scholarships, Prioritizes Local Education
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has announced a five-year suspension of the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) programme, established through diplomatic partnerships, enabled Nigerian students to study in various countries, including China, Russia, Algeria, Hungary, Morocco, Egypt, and Serbia. The minister in a statement at the weekend, explained that the suspension after a comprehensive […]
