National Universities Commission: Federal Government to Revamp University Governing Councils
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National Universities Commission: Federal Government to Revamp University Governing Councils

Chris Maiyaki, the acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), disclosed that the Federal Government is in the process of reconstituting the governing councils of universities. He mentioned that the Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman, has already initiated the necessary steps to finalize the list for the councils. During a media briefing with education journalists in Abuja, Maiyaki assured that the councils would be inaugurated promptly upon completion of the list. In response to a recent ultimatum from the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) demanding the restructuring of public university governing councils within two weeks, Maiyaki reiterated the NUC's commitment to enhancing access to higher education. He emphasized the increasing demand...
EPL: Pochettino Condemns Chelsea Player Following 2-1 Victory Over Brighton
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EPL: Pochettino Condemns Chelsea Player Following 2-1 Victory Over Brighton

Expressing his disappointment, Mauricio Pochettino, the Chelsea manager, criticized Reece James for his actions that led to a red card in their 2-1 triumph against Brighton on Wednesday. After kicking out at Joao Pedro, James was given his marching orders. The English defender was shown a red card following a VAR review with only two minutes remaining in normal time. Due to this being his second offense, James is now facing a suspension for four matches. "Perhaps it was due to frustration on his part. Nevertheless, it is indeed regretful. It ruined what was otherwise a fantastic night of football, especially considering he is our captain and an integral player," remarked Pochettino. "I'm disappointed because he will now be unavailable for the upcoming game and potentially miss several ...
Update from NECO regarding 2024 SSCE internal registration extension
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Update from NECO regarding 2024 SSCE internal registration extension

According to a statement from Azeez Sani, the acting Director of the Directorate of Information and Digital Communication at NECO, the registration deadline for the 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal Registration has not been extended. The registration process commenced on Monday, December 18th, 2023 and is scheduled to close on Monday, June 3rd, 2024. Late registration, which incurs an additional fee, will be allowed between Tuesday, June 4th, 2024, and Monday, June 10th, 2024. It was emphasized that any claims on social media suggesting an extension of the registration period till Monday, June 20th, 2024 should be disregarded by candidates, school principals, commandants, state ministries of education, and other stakeholders. The 2024 SSCE Internal examinatio...
England captain reveals the most underrated footballer
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England captain reveals the most underrated footballer

Describing his former teammate, Harry Kane named Jordan Henderson as the most underrated player he has played with in his career. During a recent interview with GOAL, Kane was given different words to associate with footballers. When asked about the term "underrated," he quickly responded with "Henderson." Henderson, who was part of the England national team alongside Kane, moved from Liverpool to Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League last summer. However, he has now returned to European football, currently representing Dutch side Ajax.
The World Bank Discloses 59 Blacklisted Nigerian Firms and Individuals
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The World Bank Discloses 59 Blacklisted Nigerian Firms and Individuals

It has been reported that the World Bank has taken action against 59 Nigerian companies and individuals due to their involvement in corrupt practices and various procurement offenses. The information was recently made public on the World Bank's website under the title 'World Bank Listing of Ineligible Firms and Individuals Notes on Debarred Firms and Individuals'. Among those impacted, there are 39 Nigerian companies that were previously blacklisted by the African Development Bank (AfDB), as well as 19 individuals who were flagged by the World Bank through the cross-debarment policy. The World Bank regularly updates the list every three hours, and as of the current moment, the list contains a total of 1,210 companies and individuals worldwide. As a result of this action, the companies...
MNJTF commander charges troops to be positive minded, dedicated to duties
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MNJTF commander charges troops to be positive minded, dedicated to duties

MNJTF Commander Urges Troops to Maintain Positivity and Dedication The call for positivity and dedication was reiterated by Major General Ibrahim Sallau Ali, the Force Commander of the Multinational Joint Task Force, MNJTF, encouraging troops to believe strongly in their capabilities and determination for triumph. In a recent operational visit to Darak, Far North region of Cameroon on May 15, 2024, the Force Commander addressed the troops emphasizing the importance of self-belief and unwavering commitment for the success of their mission to eliminate terrorism from the Lake Chad Islands. During this visit aimed at boosting morale and evaluating the progress of Operation Lake Sanity 2, Ali commended the troops for their unwavering dedication and resilience, expressing ...
Riot in Abuja Claims Lives of Two Women and a Boy
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Riot in Abuja Claims Lives of Two Women and a Boy

An outbreak of violence in Byazhin, Kubwa, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory resulted in the tragic deaths of two women and a young boy. Reports indicate that the riot, which commenced on Tuesday night, stemmed from a clash between local scavengers, known as Baban bola, and community residents. The unrest began when a bola boy tried to steal a woman's pot of soup on Tuesday evening. When the woman raised an alarm, neighbors and passersby intervened and subdued the scavenger. Subsequently, the scavenger, following a severe beating, rallied other troublemakers armed with weapons like machetes to retaliate. An eyewitness, identified only as Monica, recounted to NewsNow that the hoodlums launched random attacks on residents, resulting in the death of one woman. Two other ...
Abuja Riot Results in Deaths of Two Women and a Boy
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Abuja Riot Results in Deaths of Two Women and a Boy

Tragically, a total of three individuals, comprising two women and a young boy, lost their lives during a violent clash that erupted in Byazhin, Kubwa, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory on Wednesday. Reports indicate that the upheaval, which commenced on Tuesday night, stemmed from a confrontation between local scavengers, known as Baban bola, and members of the community. The turmoil began when a bola boy tried to steal a woman's pot of soup on Tuesday evening. The woman sought help from neighbors and bystanders, leading to the apprehension and beating of the scavenger. An eyewitness, identified as Monica, disclosed that after the scavenger was set free following a severe beating, he gathered a group of hoodlums who later returned armed with weapons, including machet...
NNL Issues Strict Warning to Clubs Regarding Registration of New Players for Super Eight Playoff
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NNL Issues Strict Warning to Clubs Regarding Registration of New Players for Super Eight Playoff

Clubs participating in the Super Eight playoff tournament have been cautioned by the Nigeria National League against registering new players, as reiterated by Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman, the NNL Chief Operating Officer, during the draw event held on Wednesday. Abdulrahman emphasized the deadline for submitting team lists by May 22, 2024, and stressed that the roster should only include players already registered for the 2024 season. In his address at the draw ceremony, Abdulrahman emphasized, "It is not customary to register new players when approaching the Super Eight. Please eliminate that notion," highlighting the completion of the 2023-24 NNL season's initial phase and the provision of two transfer windows at its onset and mid-season. He further stated, "Any attempts for registratio...
Government Reports 7,395 Women Using Contraceptives to Prevent Pregnancies in Cross River State
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Government Reports 7,395 Women Using Contraceptives to Prevent Pregnancies in Cross River State

Official records show that 7,395 young women have opted for Self-Injectable birth control methods to avoid unplanned pregnancies in areas of Cross River State. During an event in Calabar, Director of the family planning program in the state ministry of health, Mrs. Lucy Bassey Enakirerhi, confirmed this number. The event was a collaboration between the Society for Family Health and Children’s Investments Fund Foundation to mark the conclusion of a 2-year Empathetic Counseling for self-injection project in the state. Mrs. Enakirerhi noted that this figure represents only the period from January to April 2024 and expressed satisfaction with the high level of acceptance among women participating in the project. The director mentioned that over half of the women in the program opted for s...