Kingsley Aniji

Lagos Police Commissioner Orders: “No Officer Should Search Phones on the Road”

In a bold move aimed at curbing police overreach and protecting citizens’ privacy, Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has issued a firm directive declaring that no police officer is allowed to search the mobile phones of commuters or motorists on Lagos roads. While the announcement has been widely welcomed, questions abound about whether…

Kano State Sends 350 Scholars Abroad

In a landmark move that underscores the renewed focus on education and human-capital development, the government of Kano State has officially dispatched 350 postgraduate scholars to pursue advanced studies abroad. Spearheaded by Abba Kabir Yusuf, the initiative forms a key part of the state’s revitalised Foreign and Domestic Scholarship Scheme and marks a significant milestone…

Reps Halt 2026 WAEC CBT Rollout: Lawmakers Order Immediate Suspension Over Fears of Massive Failure

In a major decision that has sparked wide debate across the education sector, the House of Representatives has ordered the immediate suspension of plans by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Federal Ministry of Education to introduce Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The directive followed…

ASUU Sets November 21 Deadline, Threatens Full-Blown Strike Over Unresolved Demands

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a fresh warning to the Federal Government, announcing that it will commence a full-scale nationwide strike on November 21 if all unresolved issues affecting public universities remain unaddressed. The ultimatum was delivered by the ASUU Owerri Zone, which includes the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO),…

NUGA 2025 Quarter-Finals Deliver Unforgettable Thrills as EKSU, KASU, FUTMINNA, and TSU Advance to Semi-Finals

The 27th edition of the National Universities Games Association (NUGA) Games 2025 has reached a thrilling juncture as the quarter-finals witnessed high-octane football matches that left fans on the edge of their seats. The competitions, staged at various venues across Jos, Plateau State, saw Ekiti State University (EKSU), Kaduna State University (KASU), Federal University of…

UI Graduates 5,900 Students as 448 Earn First Class Honours

The University of Ibadan (UI), Nigeria’s premier and oldest university, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to academic excellence as it graduated a total of 5,900 students across various faculties during its 2025 Convocation Ceremony. Out of this number, an impressive 448 students bagged First Class honours, reflecting the institution’s growing standard of academic…

UNILAG Releases Crucial Notice for Newly Admitted Students

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has officially issued an important notice to all newly admitted candidates for the 2025/2026 academic session. The university management has outlined mandatory steps every fresh student must take, including participation in the toxicology screening exercise, which is a prerequisite for full registration and clearance. This announcement serves as a vital…

NYSC Announces Official Date for 2025 Batch C Orientation Course

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially announced that the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Orientation Course will commence nationwide on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, marking the beginning of yet another cycle of national service for thousands of Nigerian graduates. This development, confirmed through an official circular released by the NYSC management, comes after weeks of…