Over 15 universities in the United Kingdom have announced plans to lay off staff and discontinue certain courses due to a significant drop in enrolment by foreign students, including Nigerians. According to a report by University World News, this decline is especially pronounced at the postgraduate level. This downturn in […]
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Adidas Bans German Fans From Buying Kits With 44 Over Alleged Nazi Link
In a bold move, sportswear giant Adidas has announced a ban on football fans from purchasing German football kits customized with the number 44, following concerns raised about its resemblance to symbols associated with World War II-era Nazi SS units. This decision comes after historian Michael König highlighted the questionable […]
Okongwu Memorial Grammar School, Vision High School, Wins The 3rd Edition Of All Secondary School Championship
In an Excellent finish, Vision High School and Okongwu Memorial Grammar School triumphed in the 3rd edition of the All Secondary School Championship, held at Nnewi High School on Saturday, March 30th, 2024. The championship showcased top-tier secondary school football talent, with nail-biting matches keeping spectators on the edge of […]
Bandits Attack Mosque in Gusau, Zamfara state.
Reports have it that Bandits attacked a mosque in Gusau, capital of Zamfara State, and kidnapped scores of worshippers . This incident took place on Tuesday. According to report, the attack was carried out when Muslim faithful were observing the famous congregational prayer, Tahajjud. Tahajjud is a special prayer being […]
Drop in Lagos-London Fare Following the Introduction of Direct Flights By Airpeace
Airfare prices on the Lagos-London route have seen a significant decline following the introduction of dire HBct flights by Air Peace. According to aviation expert Bankole Bernard, this drop in prices can be attributed to the emergence of Air Peace as a new player on this major route. Bernard, who […]
Governor Adeleke Announces Condition To EnableTeachers of Public Schools To Enjoy Extended Retirement age.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced new conditions for teachers in public schools to enjoy the extended retirement age of 65 years and length of service of 40 years. A circular issued by Ayanleye Aina, the Head of Service, outlines the guidelines for eligibility. According to the circular, […]
Herder-Farmer Clashes Leave 23 Dead In Chad.
At least 23 people were killed during late March clashes between herders and farmers in a region of southern Chad that frequently sees similar land disputes, Chad’s communications minister told journalists on Monday. The fighting was set off by the “assassination” of a nomadic Arab-speaking herder and raged between March […]
16 Of 26 Power Plants Record 37% Capacity Amid Incessant Grid Collapses
Sixteen power plants are currently performing below capacity as the country grapples with the reality of constant grid collapses. Data obtained by Newsmen on this regard from the electricity market operator (NERC) on Monday, revealed that some power plants- Afam IV-V, Sapele ST, Olorunsogo NIPP, Omotosho NIPP, Sapele GT NIPP, […]
Police solicit support for corporal whose wife was delivered of triplets.
Police in Enugu State on Monday sought the support of public-spirited individuals, groups, and organisations for the family of a police corporal whose wife was delivered of a set of triplets on March 21. Helen, wife of Corporal. Kingsley Nnamani serving in Nsukka Urban Division of the Nigeria Police Force, […]
Anambra Assembly Deputy Speaker Reassures Of Support Of Lawmakers To Human Capital Development
In continuation of his philanthropic works that began before his sojourn into politics, the Deputy Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chukwuma Okoye, has presented cash empowerment packages to over 20 constituents of Awka South II Constituency. The second edition of the empowerment program, which featured the disbursement […]