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Kwara Teenager Achieves Remarkable Score of 362 in 2024 UTME

3May

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Kwara Teenager Achieves Remarkable Score of 362 in 2024 UTME

An impressive feat was achieved by Olukayode Victor Olusola, a student at Government Secondary School, Omu Aran, Kwara State, who scored 362 marks in this year's Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). His score positions him as one of the top performers in the examination. The Registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Isaq Oloyede, emphasized that the Board would not disclose the highest scorer to avoid confusion, which occurred in the past. Despite this, Olukayode's achievement is praiseworthy and stands out among the best scores in recent years. He excelled by scoring 95 marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, along with 77 in English Language. Olukayode's exceptional performance is notable considering the overall poor performance of can...

Threat of Sanction by NAB against Akwa Ibom Chapter Over Planned Election

3May

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Threat of Sanction by NAB against Akwa Ibom Chapter Over Planned Election

There is the threat of the National Board of the Nigeria Association of the Blind to suspend the Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Association for proceeding with an alleged illegal election scheduled for today (Friday). In a meeting held at the conference hall of the Ministry of Women Affairs, the state chapter set up an electoral committee to conduct the election, defying the directives of NAB. The association is calling on Governor Umo Eno to intervene in the constitutional crisis currently affecting the state chapter. According to a letter from the National President of the association, Stanley Oyebuchi, addressed to Governor Eno on Thursday and signed by the South-South Zonal Coordinator, Nkemakonam Ofili, the State Commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Welf...

Cardoso: Government’s Palliative Measures Worsening Food Inflation

3May

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Cardoso: Government’s Palliative Measures Worsening Food Inflation

Expressing his views during the March Monetary Policy Committee meeting, Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, highlighted that the government's substantial procurement of food items for palliatives is fueling the rapid food inflation in the nation. The MPC, as published on the CBN website, decided to raise the benchmark interest rate to 24.75 percent from 22.75 percent in a bid to combat inflation. Despite this restrictive stance, inflation surged to 33.2 percent in March, with food inflation peaking at 40.01 percent, a substantial increase of 15.56 percentage points compared to March 2023. The National Bureau of Statistics attributed the spike in food inflation to the escalating prices of staples like garri, millet, yam tuber, water yam, among oth...

Ex-Attorney General Aondoakaa Criticizes EFCC for Error in Kogi Fraud Investigation Involving Yahaya Bello

3May

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Ex-Attorney General Aondoakaa Criticizes EFCC for Error in Kogi Fraud Investigation Involving Yahaya Bello

In the investigation involving former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello, Former Attorney General of the Federation, Michael Aondoakaa, has criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for a mistake in their handling of the case. Aondoakaa pointed out that including Bello in a charge that predates his tenure as governor was a fundamental error on the part of the EFCC. According to Aondoakaa, the ex-governor was able to capitalize on this error by the EFCC to assert his fundamental human rights. During an interview with Arise Television, the former AGF expressed his views, stating: "The controversy surrounding Yahaya Bello was unnecessary. Some of the emerging details seem needless." He further explained, "There was an ongoing case with Yahaya Bello regarding the enforc...

Unsuccessful Earnings: The Story Behind the Hit Single ‘Oyinmo’

3May

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Unsuccessful Earnings: The Story Behind the Hit Single ‘Oyinmo’

The silence surrounding the rift between Nigerian singer Oluwabamishe Abioro, known as Young Duu, and popular skit maker Efe Oderhohwo, also known as Carter Efe, has finally been broken. Issues arose when Young Duu accused Efe of unfair dealings following their collaboration on the hit track 'Oyinmo'. However, in a recent interview with Saturday Beats, Efe denied any discord with the singer, mentioning that he had reached out to Young Duu and cleared the air. According to Efe, “There is no bad blood between Young Duu and me. I confronted him about tarnishing my reputation, but he clarified that it was part of promoting our song 'Oyinmo'. “I was compensated for my solo performance of the song at an event. Initially, I hesitated to perform 'Oyinmo' but eventually did to support its promo...

Fidelis Ilechukwu Throws Weight Behind Finidi for Super Eagles’ Success

3May

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Sports

Fidelis Ilechukwu Throws Weight Behind Finidi for Super Eagles’ Success

In a show of solidarity, Rangers' technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has expressed strong support for the newly appointed head coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi George. He believes that Finidi's achievements will not only benefit him but also raise the profile of local coaches in general. Seeing the appointment as a validation of Nigerian coaches' capabilities, the young tactician is optimistic about the prospects of Finidi leading the Super Eagles. Confident in Finidi's abilities, the former MFM coach stated, "Finidi's success is crucial for all of us. His role represents a collective opportunity for NPFL coaches to shine." Emphasizing the significance of this moment, he added, "If Finidi faces setbacks, it will not just be his failure but a setback for all NPFL coaches as well. We...

The 3-day Weather Forecast by NiMet: Sunny and Cloudy Conditions Ahead

3May

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The 3-day Weather Forecast by NiMet: Sunny and Cloudy Conditions Ahead

Prepare for a mix of sunshine and cloudiness as forecasted by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, from Friday to Sunday throughout the country. For the forthcoming days, expect sunny skies in a hazy atmosphere over the northern region with the exception of Taraba State, where pockets of clouds may appear at times. The North Central region is likely to experience sunny patches amid clouds, while the southern region is expected to have a cloudy atmosphere with potential morning thunderstorms in areas like Cross River and Akwa Ibom states. Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are expected over various states including Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Bayelsa, Rivers, Edo, Delta, Osun, Ogun, Ondo, Abia, and Imo. Saturday's weather projection includes sunny skies with a hazy backdrop in ...

Division in UniAbuja ASUU Regarding Strike Decision

3May

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Division in UniAbuja ASUU Regarding Strike Decision

Contrary voices have emerged within the University of Abuja's Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) regarding the recently announced indefinite strike. Following the strike declaration on Thursday, there were reports of lecturers within the union distancing themselves under the banner of “Anti-strike ASUU Members.” The decision to embark on the strike was made by the Abuja chapter of ASUU during its congress at the institution's Permanent Site. Shortly after the announcement of the strike, the Anti-strike ASUU members held a press conference expressing their refusal to participate. Dean and former convener of ASUU National Political Committee, Abubakar Kari, along with ex-Nigerian ambassador to Japan and head of department, Prof. M. Y. Gana, criticized the group they referred to ...

Appointment of KWAM1’s Daughter as SSA by Sanwo-Olu

3May

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Appointment of KWAM1’s Daughter as SSA by Sanwo-Olu

Basirat Damilola Marshall, daughter of the famous Fuji artist King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, also known as KWAM1, has been appointed by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as his Senior Special Assistant on Tourism. A viral video of KWAM1 expressing his gratitude to the governor and congratulatory messages on her Instagram page, @damimarshall_, revealed the appointment. In the video, KWAM1 thanked Sanwo-Olu during a performance at the coronation and birthday event of Oba Sikirullah Apena and acknowledged his daughter's request to appreciate the governor for her appointment. Congratulatory messages poured in for Damilola's appointment. Olanrewaju-Smart Wasiu commended her hard work and contributions, saying, "Congratulations on your appointment as...

Bandits invade Kaduna community, leaving eight dead and five abducted

3May

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Metro

Bandits invade Kaduna community, leaving eight dead and five abducted

Confirmation has been made by the Member representing Kakangi Ward at the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Yahaya Musa Dan Salio, regarding a recent bandit attack on Maraban Agyaro community. The targeted individuals included the village heads of Kakangi, who were abducted, and eight villagers who tragically lost their lives in Kisaya village of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area in Kaduna State. The invaders struck the area at 8 am on Thursday, seizing four farmers from their fields and also abducting six women from the village. Reports from a community source indicate that the two village heads were taken while en route from Kakangi to Birnin-Gwari. Speaking on the incident, Hon Yahaya Musa Dan confirmed that he was informed of the abduction of the two village heads in his constituenc...