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The Lagos State Police Command has taken a significant step to unravel the mystery surrounding the death of Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. To this end, they have formed a 13-man special investigation team dedicated to the case. Lagos State Commissioner, Idowu Owohunwa, emphasized the unique investigative capabilities of INTERPOL and assured…
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a self-service solution that enables Nigerians to register for their National Identification Number (NIN) from the convenience of their homes using a smartphone app. This platform was launched during the 5th Identity Day celebration, jointly organized by the NIMC and the Ministry of Interior in Abuja. Abisoye…
In a significant development, the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, COREN, has issued a stern warning to several universities in the country, stating that their engineering programmes lack accreditation and are thus incapable of producing qualified engineering graduates. During a press conference following the council’s 179th ordinary meeting, the Registrar of the…
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has confirmed that he plans to spend N5 billion on refurbishing the Governor’s Office in Calabar to bring it up to the desired standard. He also mentioned plans to renovate the state’s liaison offices in Abuja, Lagos, and other locations to match the same standard. Governor Otu emphasized…
Chicago State University has provided the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois with the academic records of President Bola Tinubu during his time as an Accounting student at the institution. These records were submitted as part of a civil action filed by Tinubu’s co-contestant in the last presidential election, Alhaji Atiku…
In a thrilling Premier League encounter, Liverpool showcased their resilience and quality as they battled back from a lackluster first-half performance to secure a 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Molineux Stadium on Saturday. The first half belonged to the hosts, who dominated proceedings and deservedly took the lead when Hwang Hee-chan found the…
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced a reduction in tuition fees after meetings with the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) executives, which followed several student protests. The vice-chancellor of the University, Folashade Ogunsola, expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the meetings and stated, “Like everything, once you start something, you come back to…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a Presidential Committee dedicated to the reform of the livestock industry and finding long-term solutions to the recurring clashes between herders and farmers in Nigeria. This announcement came following the submission of a report from the National Conference on Livestock Reforms and Mitigation of Associated Conflicts in…
Dr. Ewumi Azeez Folorunso, hailing from Abeokuta in Ogun State, South Western Nigeria, has made history as the first Nigerian and African scholar to obtain a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in the field of Aquaponics. He earned this prestigious degree from the Faculty of Fisheries and Protection of Waters at the University of South…
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-West Operation HADARIN DAJI (OPHD) have successfully thwarted two kidnap attempts in Zamfara State, rescuing 17 kidnap victims and recovering 130 rustled cattle in a series of operations. In a statement by Captain Yahaya Ibrahim on behalf of the Information Officer, OPHD, it was revealed that on September 14,…