Month: May 2025

News

Bar Results Delay Linked to Exam Fraud — Law School DG

Abuja, Nigeria; The Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, Professor Isa Chiroma (SAN), has attributed the delay in the release of Bar examination results to incidents of examination malpractice, dismissing claims of intentional withholding. Speaking during a session with the House of Representatives Committee on Justice, Professor Chiroma underscored the institution’s firm stance on curbing […]

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News

“NCAA Sanctions Kenya Airways for Consumer Violations”

Kenya, Nigeria: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has sanctioned Kenya Airways for multiple breaches of consumer protection regulations involving three passengers, including Ms. Gloria Omisore. In a formal notice dated May 7, 2025, the NCAA cited the airline for failing to uphold passengers’ right to care, neglecting to provide full disclosure of its terms […]

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News

Delta LG Commission Identifies Ghost Workers in Staff Audit

Delta state, Nigeria: The Delta State Local Government Service Commission has uncovered multiple cases of ghost workers through a recent staff verification exercise, according to its Chairman, Dr. Joseph Otirhue. Speaking during a press briefing in Asaba, Dr. Otirhue disclosed that numerous employees who had relocated overseas without formally resigning were still receiving salaries. He […]

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News

Red Cross launches $1.5bn health project in Nigeria

  ABUJA , NIGERIA — The Nigerian Red Cross Society has announced the launch of Phase 2 of its flagship Saving Lives and Livelihoods project, a $1.5 billion initiative designed to bolster vaccine availability and strengthen healthcare systems across 10 Nigerian states. The announcement was made by the Society’s President, Prince Oluyemisi Adeaga, during a […]

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News

Mercy Chinwo’s ex-manager, EeZeeTee, gets N20m bail

Lagos, Nigeria: A Federal High Court in Lagos has granted bail in the sum of N20 million to Ezekiel Onyedikachi, also known as EeZeeTee, the former manager of gospel artist Mercy Chinwo. Onyedikachi is facing trial over allegations of illegal foreign exchange dealings filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke, […]

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Football

Arsenal lead in Isak chase amid Newcastle exit tension

Nigeria:  Arsenal’s pursuit of Alexander Isak has gained significant momentum, with the Newcastle United striker reportedly open to a potential summer transfer. Sources close to the situation suggest that Isak is growing increasingly frustrated with stalled contract talks, particularly over demands for a release clause and a notable wage increase. With his current deal running […]

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News

Juma Jux to Host Grand Finale Wedding Reception in Tanzania

Nigeria:   Tanzanian musician Juma Jux has announced that the final celebration of his international wedding journey with wife Priscilla Ojo Mkambala will be held in Tanzania on May 28. In a video shared on his Instagram story, Jux revealed that the upcoming event, named the “JP Reception,” will serve as the concluding ceremony following […]

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Politics

Reps give Benue, Zamfara Gov One-Week to Honour Invite

Abuja, Nigeria — The House of Representatives has issued a one-week ultimatum to Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State and Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, alongside the leadership of their respective State Houses of Assembly, to appear before its Committee on Public Petitions. This follows the controversial suspension of several lawmakers in both states. […]

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Politics

I Was Never Going to Step Down From My Position– Akpabio 

Nigeria — The Nigerian Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has declared he never nursed the intention of stepping down from his position as leader of the national assembly. Akpabio stated this on the floor of the senate plenary on Thursday, in response to Senate majority leader, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, who passed a vote of confidence […]

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Sports

Betking Unveils New Casino Game, Honouring Jay-Jay Okocha

Lagos, Nigeria — A Sport gaming platform BetKing has unveiled a street football-themed crash casino game, JJ BallX, while honouring former Super Eagles captain Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha. According to a statement, BetKing recently launched the game in Lagos, paying tribute to Nigeria’s street football culture and the former Super Eagles captain, Okocha, who also inspired […]

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