Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

JAMB Denounces Fraudulent Messages Urging Candidates To Reprint Exam Slips. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a stern warning to candidates, disowning misleading messages circulating via a spoofed version of its official 66019 shortcode, which falsely instruct candidates to reprint their examination slips for another resit of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The board has clarified that no further examinations are currently scheduled, labelling the messages as fraudulent and intended to cause confusion. In a statement released on Wednesday by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr Fabian Benjamin, the board addressed concerns raised by candidates who…

Ooni Of Ife Donates Land For World’s Largest Ifa Temple In Historic Move. In a landmark gesture underscoring his commitment to preserving Yoruba heritage, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has donated three acres of land to the International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) for the construction of the world’s largest Ifa Temple. The announcement, made on 27 May 2025, has been hailed as a significant step towards promoting Yoruba spirituality and culture on a global scale. The donated land, located in the Stadium Area along Route 7 in Ile-Ife, Osun State, will serve as the…

Kaduna Court Orders El-Rufai To Pay ₦900 Million For Unlawful Detention Of Adara Elders. A Federal High Court in Kaduna has ordered former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, to pay ₦900 million in damages for the unlawful arrest and detention of nine Adara community elders in 2019. The judgement, delivered on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, by Justice Hauwa’u Buhari, also imposed ₦20 million in fines on the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector General of Police, and the Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, for violating the fundamental human rights of the elders. The case was brought by Awemi…

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Legal Team Decries ‘Selective Justice’ Amid Federal Charges. The legal team of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has strongly condemned what it calls a “troubling pattern of selective justice” following the Federal Government’s decision to file criminal charges against her, despite a dozen unresolved petitions she submitted between March and May 2025. The accusations, detailed in a statement issued on 28 May 2025 by her lead counsel, Uju Nwoduwu, highlight concerns over biased enforcement by Nigerian authorities. The Federal Government initiated a three-count criminal charge against the suspended senator on 16 May 2025, marked CR/297/25,…

Labour Party Declares 2027 Presidential Ticket Open, Rejects Peter Obi’s Automatic Candidacy. The Labour Party of Nigeria has firmly dismissed claims that its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will receive an automatic ticket for the 2027 general election, emphasising that the party’s nomination process remains open to all eligible candidates. In a statement addressing recent media reports, the party also expressed dismay over Obi’s involvement in a pro-coalition group, describing it as an affront to its leadership. The Labour Party clarified that remarks suggesting it was “celebrating” Obi’s intention to run again in 2027 were taken out of context.…

US Embassies Halt Student Visa Appointments Amid Expanded Social Media Vetting. The administration of US President Donald Trump has instructed American embassies worldwide to suspend scheduling new appointments for student visas as part of a broader initiative to intensify social media vetting for applicants. The move, outlined in a memo from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signals a significant shift in the processing of student and foreign exchange visas, with potential ramifications for international students and US higher education institutions. According to the memo, obtained by CBS News, US embassies were directed on Tuesday to remove all unfilled student…

NAFDAC Clarifies Reduced Fees For Reopening Onitsha Drug Market, Easing Traders’ Concerns. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced clarifications regarding administrative fees imposed on traders at the Onitsha Bridge Head Drug Market, also known as Ogbo Ogwu, following its reopening on 9 March 2025. The move comes amid public outcry and misinformation surrounding the costs for shop owners to resume business after a month-long closure aimed at curbing the sale of counterfeit and substandard pharmaceuticals. In a statement issued on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, detailed that two…

UEFA Conference League Final 2024/25: Real Betis Vs Chelsea Preview. The stage is set for an enthralling UEFA Conference League final as Real Betis face Chelsea at Stadion Wrocław in Poland on Wednesday, 28 May 2025, with kick-off at 8:00 PM WAT (9:00 PM CET). This clash pits a Spanish side chasing their first-ever European trophy against a Chelsea team aiming to make history by becoming the first club to win all five major UEFA men’s senior competitions. Here’s a detailed preview of the match, covering team form, key players, tactics, head-to-head history, and how to watch. When and Where…

Wike And Atiku Absent At PDP NEC Meeting Highlighting Internal Strife And National Concerns. In a pivotal gathering of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja yesterday underscored both the party’s internal divisions and its resolve to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The absence of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike from the meeting signalled ongoing tensions within the party, as the NEC navigated critical issues while deferring contentious decisions to a future date. The NEC, chaired by Acting National Chairman Umar…

President Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval For £16.9 Billion Borrowing Plan To Boost Nigeria’s Infrastructure And Economy. President Bola Tinubu has submitted a request to the Nigerian Senate for approval to borrow $21.5 billion (£16.9 billion), including a (£55 million) grant, to fund critical infrastructure projects and stimulate economic growth. The announcement, detailed in a letter to the Senate on 27 May 2025, underscores the government’s growing debt issues aiming to address Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit and mitigate the economic impact of the fuel subsidy removal. In his letter, President Tinubu outlined the objectives of the 2025-2026 External Borrowing Plan, stating,…

Troops Thwart Bandit Attack In Plateau, Neutralise Three Suspects. In a decisive operation, troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have neutralised three suspected bandits in Teng and Kayarda communities of Qua’an Pan Local Government Area (LGA) in Plateau State, preventing planned attacks on local villages. The operation, which took place on Tuesday morning, also led to the recovery of weapons and ammunition, bolstering security efforts in the region. Major Samson Zhakom, Media Officer for OPSH, disclosed the details in a statement issued in Jos on Tuesday. He explained that the troops acted on credible intelligence indicating that armed militia…

Mental Health Crisis In Nigeria: WHO Report Reveals About 20 Million Live With Mental Conditions. A staggering 20 million Nigerians, representing 20% of the nation’s population, are living with mental health conditions, according to a recent World Health Organisation (WHO) report. The alarming statistic was highlighted by Dr Azubike Aliche, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of the Nigeria-American Institute for Mental Health (NAIMH), during a mental health GAP Action training programme in Owerri on Tuesday. The four-day training, organised by NAIMH in collaboration with the Centre for Social Awareness, Advocacy and Ethics (CSAAE), is funded by the Nigeria…