Truck Crushes LASUSTECH Students in Ikorodu, Leaves Several Injured

A horrifying road accident has thrown the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Ikorodu, into mourning after a sand-laden truck lost control and crushed several students along the Powerline Junction by the Ikorodu Roundabout on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Eyewitnesses reported that the unregistered truck, fully loaded with sand, suffered a brake failure…

JAMB Clarifies Its Role in NYSC Mobilisation for ND (Part‑Time) and HND (Full‑Time) Graduates

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially clarified its role in the mobilisation of ND (Part‑time) and HND (Full‑time) graduates into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). The Board dismissed claims that it delays or obstructs the mobilisation process, providing much-needed clarity for affected graduates. Background Over the past years, ND (Part‑time) and…

NYSC Extends Registration Period for 2025 Batch C Prospective Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially announced a 48-hour extension for the registration of 2025 Batch C Prospective Corps Members (PCMs), giving graduates across Nigeria a final opportunity to complete their online mobilisation process. The extension is aimed at accommodating graduates who were unable to meet the initial deadline due to technical, logistical, or…

NYSC Commences Physical Verification of Foreign-Trained Graduates for the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Service Year

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially announced the commencement of physical verification of credentials for all foreign-trained graduates ahead of the 2025 Batch ‘C’ service year. According to the announcement, the verification exercise will hold between Monday, November 10 and Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at nine designated centres across the country. This exercise…

FUTMINNA Releases Full Academic Calendar for 2025/2026 Session — Key Dates, Breaks, and Senate Approvals Announced

The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has released its detailed academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session, outlining all key activities for both new and returning students. The comprehensive schedule, signed by the Registrar, Mal. Danladi Mallam, covers the First and Second Semesters and highlights all major academic events, examinations, recess periods, and official…

Nigeria’s 2026 Hajj Fare Slashed: Southern Zone Pilgrims Score Biggest Reduction in Historic Move

The federal government of Nigeria has announced a significant reduction in the cost of the 2026 hajj pilgrimage, with the southern zone of the country receiving the largest fare cut. This unprecedented move aims to make the pilgrimage more affordable for thousands of intending Nigerian pilgrims, reflecting the government’s commitment to easing financial burdens while…

Feel the Roar: Jay-Jay Okocha Backs Super Eagles Ahead of Crucial Gabon Showdown

Nigerians across the world are eagerly anticipating a decisive football encounter as the Super Eagles prepare for a high-stakes World Cup playoff clash against Gabon. Adding to the growing momentum and national enthusiasm, Nigerian football icon and former Super Eagles captain, Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, has publicly voiced his unwavering support for the team, encouraging them…

Nigerian Army Arrests 14 Suspected Oil Thieves, Dismantles Illegal Refineries In Major Niger Delta Operation

The Nigerian Army has intensified its campaign against crude oil theft and illegal refining in the Niger Delta as troops successfully arrested fourteen suspected oil thieves and dismantled multiple illegal refinery sites across strategic creek locations. This latest development reinforces the Federal Government’s commitment to safeguarding national oil assets and curbing the massive financial losses…

Tension As Trump Restores Stricter U.S. Visa Rules For Nigerians And Other Applicants

The United States is once again tightening its immigration procedures, and Nigerians are among those expected to feel the impact. Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reinstated tougher visa regulations that affect non-immigrant visa applicants from several countries, including Nigeria. The updated policy is expected to influence the adjudication of tourist, student, work, and other…

Taking Back the Nation’s Wealth: Tinubu’s Bold Move to Reclaim Nigeria’s Resources from Foreign Exploitation

In a stirring address delivered at the inaugural Joel Babatola Annual Lecture in Ado Ekiti, veteran politician Bisi Akande declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is spearheading a determined effort to extricate Nigeria’s natural and human‐resources from the grasp of illegal foreign exploitation. According to Akande, this is a cornerstone of Tinubu’s governance agenda —…