In a related development, a student from the University of Stirling found himself confined at the Dungavel Immigration Removal Centre in Scotland. He has been in detention for an extended period without the possibility of being granted bail for working more than the stipulated time of 20 hours. Engaging in […]
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Nigerian students in UK and the crackdown over 20-hour work limit
As the UK Home Office escalates its efforts to identify and take action against international students who violate immigration regulations, it is crucial for Nigerian students studying in the UK to strictly adhere to their visa requirements, particularly the 20-hour work limit during academic terms. Since the beginning of 2023, […]
Students of the University of Jos Protest Over Hike in School Fees.
On Tuesday, University of Jos (UNIJOS) students staged a protest against the increase in tuition fees and various services provided by the university. The entrance to the institution was blockaded by the students, with the Students’ Union Government (SUG) taking the lead in demanding that the university administration roll back […]
Borno State Government Sets December As Deadline For Accreditation and Reaccreditation of Private Schools
The Borno State government has set a December deadline for private schools and colleges that have not undergone accreditation or reaccreditation, warning them of the possibility of complete closure. According to a statement from the Borno State Ministry of Education, as issued by the Director of Schools, Alhaji Mustapha Umar, […]
Department Of State Services Takes in King of Akoh Kingdom For Questioning over DPO’s Death
In a recent development, the Department of State Services (DSS) has apprehended His Royal Majesty Eze Ikegbidi, the King of Akoh Kingdom in Rivers State. This arrest, conducted on Monday, is linked to the gruesome murder of Ahoada Divisional Police Officer, Bako Angbashim, who was tragically killed and beheaded by […]
G20 Summit:Tinubu meets leaders of US, Germany, South Korea
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has met with leaders of the US, Germany and South Korea on the sidelines of the just concluded G20 summit. The summit which was held in New Delhi, India, saw Nigeria attend as a guest. It also witnessed the conferment of permanent member title on the […]
Otti commissions Obehie Road, vows to leverage on Gas in Ukwa to generate Electricity
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has commissioned the 1.2 kilometre Umuokomiri – Obehie ring road in Ukwa West reconstructed by the Abia State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (ASOPADEC). Commissioning the road project, Governor Otti noted that the road had been a work in progress for a long time […]
IGP SETS UP COMMITTEE TO REVIEW FIREARMS LICENSING, REGULATIONS.
The Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun., has announced the establishment of an ad hoc committee tasked with the comprehensive review of firearms licensing and regulations by the Nigeria Police Force in line with the Firearms Act and other extant laws, in the interest of public safety and […]
Men of the Anambra State Police Command has rescued a kidnap victim and shot one of the suspects.
Men of the Anambra State Police Command has rescued a kidnap victim and shot one of the suspects. A statement by the Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer Tochukwu Ikenga said the victim, one Abuchi (Surname withheld) is from Orumba South Local Government Area of the state. The statement explained […]
Tension as Unizik plans to install CCTV to monitor randy lecturers.
The authorities of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, have concluded arrangements to install Closed-Circuit Television(CCTV) cameras in the various offices of lecturers on campus. The decision, a reliable source said was aimed at curbing the rising cases of sexual harassment against female students by lecturers of the university. Recall […]