The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has inaugurated a committee of education stakeholders and experts to develop a framework to introduce life skills and critical thinking into the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, inaugurated the committee on Wednesday in Abuja, saying the move …
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano has affirmed Alhaji Muhammad Abacha as its candidate for the forthcoming gubernatorial election in the state. Newsextra24 reports that Muhammad is the son of the late Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha. The PDP State Chairman, Dr Bello Gambo-Bichi, announced this on Wednesday …
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) organizations to take ownership of sensitising members ahead of the 2027 general election. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during a National Strategy Engagement with the Joint National Association of Persons with …
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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Wednesday relaunched the Confederation of African Football (CAF) A-License Coaching Course after a nine-year hiatus The ceremony, held in Abuja, brought together NFF officials, facilitators and 25 coaches selected from different parts of Nigeria. NFF Acting General Secretary, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, expressed appreciation to …
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The Nigerian Navy has applauded the Uyo Federal High Court for convicting and sentencing nine persons for crude oil theft under Operation DELTA SENTINEL. The commendation is contained in a statement by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, made available to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja. Folorunsho …
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Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised two terrorists and arrested eight suspects in separate operations in Katsina and Plateau. An operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday said the operations were conducted between Sept. 14 and Sept. 16. Under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the …
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President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the importance of documenting the experiences of national institutions and their leaders to preserve history and provide useful lessons for future generations. Tinubu, represented by Sen. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), stated this on Wednesday at the public presentation of …
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Access Bank Plc has unveiled a financial crime awareness initiative to educate young people on scams and fraudulent activities. Solomon Abiakalam, Chief Conduct and Compliance Officer, Access Bank, said this at a news conference on the bank’s “Spot-The-Scam” campaign in Lagos on Wednesday. Abiakalam said the initiative targets students aged …
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Senegalese President Bassirou Faye and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva have welcomed progress in talks towards a new programme supporting the country’s economic recovery. The Senegalese Presidency said on Tuesday that Faye and Georgieva agreed to move quickly towards a new IMF-supported programme following their meeting at …
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has conducted its substitution primary in Nasarawa, producing Mr Musa Shugaba-Abdullahi as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections. The exercise was held on Tuesday in Lafia and also produced five candidates for the Nasarawa State House of Assembly. Dr Peter Onigah, NDC National …
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