Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

UNIZIK Expels Student Over Viral Lecturer Assault Incident. The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has expelled a student, Goddy-Mbakwe Chimamaka Precious, for allegedly assaulting a lecturer in an incident that went viral online. The decision was announced in a statement on Friday by UNIZIK’s Acting Registrar, Victor Modebelu, following an internal investigation into the altercation. The incident occurred on Tuesday, 4th February 2025, at the university’s Faculty of Arts and involved Dr Chukwudi Michael. According to eyewitness accounts, the student was dancing and filming a TikTok video in a corridor when the lecturer, attempting to pass, tapped her…

Chernobyl Radiation Shield Struck By Russian Drone, Ukraine Claims. A Russian drone has struck the protective radiation shield covering the damaged Chernobyl nuclear reactor, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed. The overnight attack caused a fire at the site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster, though emergency crews have since extinguished the flames. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), radiation levels inside and outside the facility remain stable. Russia has denied any involvement, insisting its military does not target Ukraine’s nuclear infrastructure. “Any claims that this was the case do not correspond to reality,” a Russian government…

Hollywood Calls For A Revival Of LA Productions After Devastating Wildfires. Hollywood, long regarded as the heart of the global entertainment industry, is facing increasing competition from cities such as Atlanta, London, Toronto, and Sydney, where lower costs and attractive tax incentives have lured productions away from Los Angeles. The recent wildfires, which claimed at least 29 lives and destroyed thousands of homes, have only deepened the city’s ongoing production crisis. Now, many within the industry are urging studios, streaming platforms, and state officials to take action by boosting local productions, providing much-needed economic relief to struggling film workers. …

Canadian Embassy Denies Visas To Nigerian Defence Chiefs For Official Event. In a surprising turn of events, the Canadian Embassy has denied visas to Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, along with other senior military officials, preventing their attendance at an official engagement in Canada. The delegation had been scheduled to participate in an event honouring war veterans, particularly those injured in battle, recognising the sacrifices made by Nigerian military personnel. However, their travel plans were abruptly halted as several members of the group were refused entry by Canadian authorities. The news quickly spread on…

Porto And Roma Play Out Draw In Europa League Knockout Play-Off First Leg. Porto and Roma, two of the pre-season favourites to lift the Europa League trophy, played out a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their knockout-phase play-off. Roma took the lead just before half-time when Zeki Celik reacted swiftly to Artem Dovbyk’s knock-on, hooking the ball into the net from close range. However, Porto responded in the second half, capitalising on a defensive lapse. Diogo Costa’s long ball downfield caught Roma off guard, allowing Francisco Moura to strike from the edge of the box. His effort…

FA To Introduce Semi-Automated Offside Technology In FA Cup Fifth Round. Semi-automated offside technology will make its debut in English domestic football during the fifth round of the FA Cup, marking a significant advancement in officiating. The Football Association (FA) announced on Thursday that the technology will be implemented in seven matches taking place at Premier League stadiums. Following its introduction in the Emirates FA Cup, the Premier League is expected to adopt the system later this season. This cutting-edge technology aims to eliminate certain elements of human subjectivity in offside decisions. Traditionally, officials in the Video Assistant…

Munich Car Attack Leaves 28 Injured As Police Investigate Suspect’s Motive. At least 28 people have been injured after an Afghan asylum seeker drove a car into a group of people in Munich, police have confirmed. Authorities are treating the incident as a suspected attack, with the 24-year-old suspect already known to law enforcement for previous theft and drug offences. According to reports, the suspect arrived in Germany in 2016 and had his asylum application rejected. However, his deportation was suspended, allowing him to remain in the country. Witnesses say the vehicle accelerated before colliding with a trade union rally,…

Sanwo-Olu Ends Remote Work For Lagos State Workers. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the cancellation of the remote work initiative for public servants, with full resumption at offices set to begin on 1 April 2025. The decision, confirmed by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro, was communicated in a statement on Tuesday. The directive ends a policy that had been in place since February 2024. According to Agoro, the move aligns with the implementation of the new minimum wage and other measures aimed at improving the welfare of public servants. He urged all workers to fully…

Chelsea Face Injury Setbacks But Recoveries Offer Hope. Chelsea Football Club have confirmed that striker Nicolas Jackson will be sidelined for the next six to eight weeks due to injury. Manager Enzo Maresca announced the setback, stating, “He’s not going to be available until the end of the international break.” The Blues have also been dealt another blow with Marc Guiu suffering a hamstring injury, ruling him out for an unspecified period. Maresca confirmed the news, saying, “Marc Guiu has suffered a hamstring injury and will be out for a while.” Despite these setbacks, Chelsea have received encouraging…

CBN Introduces New ATM Transaction Fees, Effective March 2025. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a revision of Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees, set to take effect from 1st March 2025. This adjustment aims to enhance efficiency and encourage the deployment of more ATMs across the country. In a statement signed by John S. Onojah, Acting Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, the CBN confirmed that the changes align with Section 10.7 of the CBN Guide to Charges by Banks, Other Financial and Non-Bank Financial Institutions, 2020. Breakdown of the New ATM Charges…

MTN Nigeria Increases Data Prices As NCC Approves 50% Tariff Hike. MTN Nigeria has increased the cost of its data subscription plans as telecommunications operators across the country begin implementing the 50% tariff adjustment recently approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).   According to the revised prices as observed by our correspondents,  MTN’s 1.8GB monthly plan now costs ₦1,500, replacing the previous 1.5GB plan, which was priced at ₦1,000. Similarly, the 20GB plan has been adjusted to ₦7,500 from ₦5,500, while the 15GB plan now costs ₦6,500, up from ₦4,500. While other telecom providers—including Airtel, Globacom, and 9mobile—have…

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt Warns Of AI Risks, Calls For Regulation. Eric Schmidt, the former chief executive of Google, has expressed concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) could be exploited by terrorists or rogue states to cause harm. Speaking to the BBC’s Today programme, Schmidt described the dangers of AI as an “extreme risk,” highlighting the potential for countries such as North Korea, Iran, or Russia to misuse the technology in the development of biological weapons. “The real fears that I have are not the ones that most people talk about AI – I talk about extreme risk,” Schmidt…