By Yarima Haruna, Birnin Kebbi In its tireless efforts to revamp education, the Kebbi state government has approved and release the total sum of seven hundred million naira for sixty students of Kebbi state studying medicines and pharmacy in various foreign countries. This was disclosed by Kebbi state Commissioner for higher education, Alhaji Isah Abubakar Tunga in a press conference in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday, 5 February, 2026. According to him, N177 million was approved for 28 students studying Medicine and Pharmacy in Subharti and GD Goenka Universities in India; the money covers registration fees, tuition, upkeep, visa extension and…
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By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has disclosed that he is currently without a club following the mutual termination of his contract with South African outfit Chippa United. The 28-year-old shot-stopper made this known during an interview with SABC Metrofm after ending his four-year spell with the club, a decision reached by both parties with six months still left on his contract. Nwabali said the separation was amicable and centred on personal fulfilment and career progression rather than footballing issues. According to him, the agreement allowed both sides to move on peacefully. “To be honest with you,…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Lagos State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the alleged assault and robbery of popular actor and skit maker, Ganiyu Morufu, popularly known as Ijoba Lande, with the officers involved reportedly taken into custody. The probe followed social media posts on Friday, 6 February, 2026, in which the actor accused some police officers of brutally attacking and dispossessing him of personal belongings, prompting the command to intervene and begin an internal inquiry. Confirming the development in a post on X, the Lagos Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi, said the officers implicated in the…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has said many Nigerian leaders are widely respected and honoured internationally but are frequently criticised, abused and undervalued by citizens at home, attributing the trend to hate-driven narratives and political manipulation. She stated this on Friday, 6 February, 2026 in a post on her Facebook page, days after United States President Donald Trump publicly described her as a “very respected woman” during the National Prayer Breakfast held in Washington, DC, where global political and religious leaders gathered to reflect on faith and leadership. Responding to the international recognition,…
The Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) on Friday, 30 January, 2026, held its Annual General Meeting 2026 Annual General Meeting. The event which took place at Karawan Village, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, also saw the inauguration of the new branch Chairman, the newly elected executive members and also the induction of new members into the society. Held under the theme ‘Beyond the Blueprint: Where Engineering Meets Entrepreneurship, the event brought together engineers, professionals, and members of the Nigerian Diaspora to reflect, connect, and chart a bold path forward for the engineering profession. The…
By Oluwole Solanke PhD, FCIB There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when sweat meets ambition, when persistence collides with purpose. It’s not the magic of fairy tales or sudden windfalls, but something far more profound: the transformative power of hard work. This is the alchemy that turns dreams into reality, potential into achievement, and ordinary moments into extraordinary lives. Life doesn’t come with guarantees. We aren’t promised success, happiness, or even fairness. But we are given something perhaps more valuable: the ability to shape our own path through effort, determination, and an unwavering commitment to showing up, day…
Allegations of institutional cover-up have again put the Nigeria Police under scrutiny following claims by Mrs. Nnenna John-Anozie that senior police authorities are deliberately protecting officers linked to the abduction and disappearance of her husband, Mr. John Chukwuemeka Anozie. Mrs. John-Anozie, at the weekend in Abuja accused the police of ignoring valid court orders and the outcomes of formal investigations, insisting that the actions of the Nigeria Police point to an internal network operating above the law. According to her, the continued protection of the officers involved has not only obstructed justice but has also eroded public confidence in the…
A pro-government group, the Legacy Support Group for President Bola Tinubu, has pushed back against criticisms of the Federal Government’s policies, accusing opposition figures and “disgruntled political actors” of spreading misinformation to undermine the administration’s reform agenda. Speaking at the inauguration of the group in Abuja at the weekend, its National Coordinator, Ezinna Chima Duru, said the attacks on President Tinubu were not based on constructive criticism but on “campaigns of calumny” driven by political frustration and personal interests. Duru said while democratic governance allows for criticism, such engagements must be grounded in facts and aimed at strengthening the system,…
By Omah Ngozi, Awka It was indeed a memorable occasion for citizens of Eziowelle community in Idemili North Council of Anambra State as gaily dressed men and women from all walks of life stormed their community from parts of Nigeria and overseas to witness the collation of Archbishop Dr Joseph Onyekachukwu Nzekwesi. Eziowelle is the the country home of Francis Cardinal Arinze. The enthronement of the newly elevated Archbishop Nzekwesi kicked off with an holy mass. The entire members of Nzekwesi family, friends and well-wishers expressed immense joy on his elevation and investiture. While speaking to journalists, the family members…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has sensitised teachers and students from public secondary schools across the state on fire safety, waste management and environmental sustainability as part of efforts to promote safer learning environments. The sensitisation programme was held on Sunday, 1 February, 2026 at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Ikeja, where students and teachers participated in practical and interactive sessions on waste sorting, the use of fire extinguishers and emergency response procedures. The initiative was designed to strengthen safety consciousness and environmental responsibility within school communities. Presentations at the event were…