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 […]
$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 […]
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 […]
Tinubu to Meet GENCOs Over N4 Trillion Power Debt
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced a meet between President Bola Tinubu and power generation companies (GENCOs) to discuss a N4 trillion debt. The Minister assured that the government will pay a significant portion of the debt immediately, with the balance settled within six months. The government also plans to implement structural reforms, including […]
Akinyemi Ayinoluwa Named Top Global Music Lawyer by Billboard
Akinyemi Ayinoluwa, an entertainment lawyer and partner at Hightower Solicitors and Advocate, has been recognized by Billboard as one of the world’s most influential music lawyers for 2025. This recognition underscores Ayinoluwa’s outstanding expertise in music law and his relentless advocacy for the rights of record producers and songwriters. According to Billboard’s April edition, Ayinoluwa’s […]
Umahi Halts Shagamu/Iperu Road Work Over Poor Materials
The minister of works, Senator Dave Umahi, has expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of work at the Shagamu/Iperu road of the Lagos-Ibadan-Shagamu interchange axis, covering approximately 12 kilometers of ongoing construction work. Following the assessment, an immediate directive was issued for all construction activities to be halted, whilst also giving the contractor seven days to […]
T.D. Jakes Hands Over The Potter’s House to Daughter and Son-in-Law
Bishop T.D. Jakes has formally passed leadership of The Potter’s House megachurch in Dallas to his daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, and her husband, Touré Roberts, ushering in a new era for the globally recognized ministry. The announcement, made during a Sunday service and livestreamed to viewers around the world, marked a historic moment for the […]
Son Heung-min Out of Spurs’ Europa League Semi First Leg
Son Heung-min will miss the first leg of Tottenham’s Europa League semifinal against Bodo/Glimt today. Announcing this, the club’s Manager, Ange Postecoglou, said Son is in training but he is still improving and hopefully, will return sooner rather than later. The club’s captain has not featured for Spurs since a 1-1 draw with Frankfurt on […]
