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JAMB: 2.2m candidates sit for 2026 UTME nationwide

The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has commenced nationwide, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across accredited centres. The examination, organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions. JAMB Registrar, Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to uphold professionalism and dedication, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their performance. He gave […]

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NCDC warns of cholera risk, other outbreaks as NiMET predicts flooding

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health advisory warning of an increased risk of cholera and other disease outbreaks following forecasted flooding in parts of the country. According to projections by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Federal Ministry of Environment, several states are expected to experience heavy rainfall and flooding between April 13 and 17, 2026. States identified as high-risk include […]

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Tinubu congratulates Benin Republic’s president-elect Wadagni

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Romuald Wadagni on his election as President of Benin Republic, describing his victory as a clear expression of the confidence the Beninese people have in his leadership and public service record. Wadagni, currently serving as the country’s Minister of Finance, secured a decisive win in the presidential election held on April 12, 2026. In a personally signed message, Tinubu praised the government and citizens of […]

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NCDC identifies 10 states at risk of cholera outbreak.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has placed 10 states on high alert following forecasts of heavy rainfall and potential flooding, warning of an increased risk of disease outbreaks, particularly Cholera. Director-General of the agency, Jide Idris, said projections from the Federal Ministry of Environment and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency indicate that parts of Adamawa, Enugu, Kaduna, Kogi, Niger, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Taraba, and Kwara states are […]

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CBN proposes mediation panel for loan disputes.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has proposed the establishment of a Mediation and Dispute Resolution Panel to handle loan-related disputes and reduce the need for immediate court action in secured lending transactions. The proposal was outlined in a circular signed by the Acting Director of the Development Finance Advisory Department, P. I. Oluikpe, inviting stakeholders to submit comments on draft guidelines for the panel under the Secured Transactions in […]

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Trump says China agrees not to arm Iran.

United States President, Donald Trump, has said that China has agreed not to supply weapons to Iran following direct communication with Chinese leader, Xi Jinping. Trump disclosed this in a post, stating that he received personal assurances from Xi ahead of their planned summit scheduled for May 14–15 in Beijing. According to the US President, Xi had “essentially” confirmed in a letter that China was not providing weapons to Iran, […]

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Iran Threatens to Block Red Sea Shipping Over US Naval Blockade

Iran has warned it may block trade routes across key waterways, including the Red Sea, if the United States continues its naval blockade on Iranian ports. The threat was issued by Ali Abdollahi, head of Iran’s military central command centre, in a statement broadcast on state television. Abdollahi said continued actions by the US that disrupt Iran’s commercial shipping and oil exports could escalate tensions and undermine existing ceasefire conditions. […]

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Court Fixes May 26 for DSS to Open Case Against Malami, Son

A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed May 26, 2026, for the Department of State Services (DSS) to commence trial in the alleged terrorism case against former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz. At Wednesday’s proceedings, prosecution counsel, Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN), informed the court that an amended five-count charge had been filed to replace the earlier one on which the defendants were arraigned. He […]

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Fayose Cautions Makinde, Reiterates Alleged Plot Against Olubadan

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has advised Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, to tread carefully in the exercise of power, reminding him that his tenure is temporary. Fayose gave the warning on Tuesday while addressing journalists during a visit to the residence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, in the Bodija area of Ibadan. The former governor reiterated his claim that there were plans to dethrone […]

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