AFP Report: Nigerian Government Allegedly Paid ₦2 Billion Ransom to Boko Haram for Release of 230 St. Mary’s Schoolgirls

Agence France-Presse (AFP) has reported that it can confirm that in November, the Nigerian Government paid Boko Haram ₦2 billion for the release of 230 abducted St. Mary’s Catholic School girls. According to the report, the money was delivered in cash via helicopter to Ali Ngulde, a Boko Haram commander in Gwoza, Borno State, described…

ID Card Collection Begins Across Departments at Federal University of Technology, Minna

Newly admitted 100 Level students of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) have commenced the collection of their official school ID cards, as several departments have begun distribution at the departmental level. This development marks a critical administrative phase for fresh students, as the university identity card serves as the primary means of identification…

Simi Breaks Silence After Twitter Bullying Over Old Tweets: The Full Story Behind the Controversy

Nigerian music star Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has released a detailed public statement following a wave of online criticism and bullying triggered by the resurfacing of her decade-old tweets. The backlash erupted after Simi made a powerful post on X (formerly Twitter) condemning sexual violence and calling for stronger accountability against rapists. The…

Spotify Celebrates Five Years in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana: Revealing the Most Streamed Songs

Spotify, the global audio streaming leader, is commemorating five years of operations in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana — a landmark period that highlights the rapid growth of digital music consumption and the expanding influence of African artists on the world stage. The platform entered these markets on 23 February 2021 as part of a major…

IXPN Deploys New Internet Infrastructure to Boost Website Speed and Strengthen Nigeria’s Cyber Resilience

The Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) has announced the deployment of new internet infrastructure aimed at significantly improving website loading speeds across Nigeria while strengthening the nation’s resilience against cyber disruptions. The development marks another milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to deepen digital capacity and reduce dependence on foreign internet routing. By expanding and…

El Mencho Killed, Mexico Erupts: Could Cartel Violence Disrupt the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Tension is rising across parts of Mexico following a dramatic military operation that reportedly led to the death of one of the country’s most feared cartel leaders, sparking violent reprisals and igniting online calls for the cancellation of 2026 World Cup matches scheduled to be hosted in the country. According to multiple international reports, Mexican…

OFFICIAL NOTICE ON APPROVED BIKE FARES

The Students’ Union Government of Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) wishes to formally inform all students that a strategic meeting was held with the Bike Association operating within the campus on 22nd February, 2026. The meeting was convened to address growing concerns over inconsistent transportation charges and to establish a clear, standardized fare structure…

SUG Moves to Enforce ₦200 Transport Fare, Set to Halt Okada Entry at School Gate Tomorrow

In what is shaping up to be a decisive intervention, the Students’ Union Government (SUG), in collaboration with the Office of the Welfare Director, has concluded plans to halt the entry of all motorcycles (okada) into the school premises starting tomorrow at the front gate. This action follows repeated allegations that commercial motorcyclists operating within…