UK Imposes Emergency Brake on Study Visas for Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan

The United Kingdom government has announced a historic “emergency brake” on visa issuance for nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, citing a sharp rise in asylum claims by individuals who initially entered the country through legal routes, including study visas. This unprecedented move, announced on 4 March 2026, will come into effect from 26…

ADMISSION INTO POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2025/2026 ACADEMIC SESSION (FUTMINNA)

The Federal University of Technology, Minna hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Postgraduate Programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. Applications are open for the following categories: Admission is offered through the Postgraduate School in collaboration with the various Schools and Departments of the University. The process is competitive and strictly…

Outrage as SS3 Student Allegedly Assaulted by School Bursar at Command Secondary School, Iyana Ipaja

Public concern is mounting following allegations that a Senior Secondary School 3 student, Maryiane Okonkwo, was allegedly beaten by a school official at Command Secondary School, Iyana Ipaja, sparking widespread calls for urgent investigation and accountability. The incident, which reportedly occurred within the school premises, has generated significant reaction on social media and among concerned…

Iranian Drones Strike U.S. Embassy in Riyadh: Saudi Arabia and U.S. Respond Amid Rising Tensions

The United States Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was struck by two Iranian drones early Tuesday morning, sparking a limited fire and raising alarm over escalating tensions in the Middle East. According to the Saudi Ministry of Defense, the drones hit the embassy compound, causing minor material damage but no injuries or fatalities, as the…

How to Score Above 300 in the 2026 JAMB UTME: A Complete Guide for Aspirants

The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) is a pivotal milestone for Nigerian students aspiring to secure admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. With the 2026 UTME around the corner, thousands of candidates are asking the same question: How can I score above 300? Achieving a score of 300 and above is no longer…

FG Approves ₦48 Billion for Engineering Upgrade in 12 Universities, Allocates ₦4 Billion Each

The Federal Government has approved a total of ₦48 billion, allocating ₦4 billion each to 12 universities across Nigeria to upgrade engineering workshops, laboratories, and related infrastructure in a major intervention aimed at strengthening practical education and boosting graduate employability. The announcement was made on Monday during the inauguration of the Implementation Committee for the…

Niger State Delivers 24-Hour Solar Power to 180 Communities After Over a Decade of Darkness

In what officials describe as a decisive break from years of chronic grid failure, no fewer than 180 communities across Niger State are now enjoying uninterrupted 24-hour electricity supply powered entirely by solar energy. The development marks a major shift in the state’s power strategy, particularly for rural and peri-urban settlements that endured more than…