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In response to a distressing incident, the Osun State Government has initiated an investigation into the hospitalization of approximately 18 pupils from James Primary School B, Osogbo. The pupils reportedly fell ill after consuming a mid-day meal provided under the state's free school feeding...
In a recent interview with The PUNCH, Prof. Emmanuel Oshodeke, a representative of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), disclosed that universities across Nigeria may witness strikes in 2024 due to the insufficient budget allocated to the education sector and poor remuneration...
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima sparked social media uproar after pledging N25m to indigent female students, advising male students to find their own school fees. In a viral video from a convocation lecture, Shettima defended his stance, stating men could "struggle and pay" their fees...
Nigeria faces yet another power crisis as the national electricity grid succumbed to failure on Monday afternoon, leaving the country in darkness. The collapse occurred at approximately 1 pm, causing a drastic reduction in electricity generation from 4,032.80 megawatts at noon to a mere 43...
Canada's Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has decided to prolong a crucial policy, allowing specific international students to exceed the standard 20-hour-per-week limit for off-campus employment. Initially introduced in 2022, the policy, which was slated to conclude on...
In a candid and cringe-worthy TikTok video, user Lotus (@huge.pear) recounts the unforgettable story of how she inadvertently ruined her own marriage proposal, leaving her boyfriend injured and their relationship in shambles. Three years ago, at the tender age of 22, Lotus and her boyfriend of...
In a somber turn of events, the demise of Aisha Bello Mustapha, a revered broadcaster from the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), has reverberated through the realms of Nigerian media. The news of her passing emerged today, December 11, prompting an outpouring of condolences and reflections on...
In the early hours of today, the news of the passing of esteemed NTA broadcaster Aisha Bello Mustapha sent shockwaves across the nation. Aisha, known for her professionalism and iconic presence on NTA News, was remembered as a model broadcaster. Nigerians took to social media platforms to...
In a recent development, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has taken decisive action against corruption within its ranks. Following recommendations by the Personnel Management Board, LASTMA terminated the employment of five officials involved in corruption, while two others...
During a press conference, Thomas Inugonum, TCN's general manager for the Port Harcourt region, disclosed that the Transmission Company of Nigeria can presently transmit only 8,100MW out of the 13,000MW generated due to weak and aging infrastructure. Inugonum expressed concern over persistent...
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) announced the successful elimination of Yellow Jambros, a notorious terrorist responsible for numerous kidnappings and killings along the Abuja-Kaduna Road and in multiple communities across Kaduna, Niger, Katsina, and Zamfara. According to Edward Gabkwet, the NAF...
During the annual Holy Ghost Congress of the Redeemed Christian Church of God in Ogun State, Pastor Enoch Adeboye revealed a rather unconventional desire regarding his death. The renowned cleric expressed that he wishes to pass away similarly to his uncle, recounting the incident during a...
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