WAEC Temporarily Withdraws 2025 WASSCE Results Over Technical Issues
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has temporarily withdrawn the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for school candidates over technical issues. Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, said Thursday that glitches were detected in the result release process, prompting an urgent review. Candidates who have checked their results have been advised to recheck them after 24 hours.
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Aviation Minister Orders No-Fly Ban on Fuji Star KWAM 1
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has directed the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to place Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, on a no-fly list. The directive, issued Thursday, also ordered notification of all domestic and international airlines. Airlines that flout the order risk having their operating licences withdrawn.
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FG Sacks 15 Correctional Officers, Demotes 59 Others
The Federal Government has dismissed 15 personnel of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) and demoted 59 others for misconduct and indiscipline. The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) disclosed Thursday that 224 disciplinary cases involving officers nationwide were reviewed.
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Gunmen Kill Two, Abduct Three in Kwara
Two persons have been killed and three abducted by armed men in Ganmu village, near Babanla, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. The victims, travelling from Lagos, were attacked after suffering a flat tyre. Security forces have launched a manhunt.
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Kano Governor’s Aide Dies After Violent Attack
Sadiq Gentle, Senior Special Reporter to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has died from injuries sustained in a machete attack by suspected hoodlums. Gentle passed away Thursday at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. Police say investigations are underway.
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NiHSA Warns of Heavy Flooding in 31 States, FCT
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has warned that heavy flooding will affect 198 local government areas in 31 states and the FCT between August 7 and 21. States listed include Adamawa, Anambra, Bayelsa, Lagos and Niger. Residents in flood-prone areas have been advised to take precautions.
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Ex-Labour Party Treasurer Defends Peter Obi
Former Labour Party National Treasurer, Oluchi Oparah, has dismissed claims that ex-Anambra governor Peter Obi mismanaged party funds during his 2023 presidential campaign. She said Thursday that Obi personally funded his campaign and made additional contributions to the party.
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EFCC Arrests 11 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 11 suspected internet fraudsters in Lekki, Lagos State. The suspects were apprehended during a Thursday sting operation, with incriminating devices recovered.
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Chinese Worker Dies in Kogi Factory
A 47-year-old Chinese national, Luo Mao, has died after collapsing at a ceramics company in Ajaokuta, Kogi State. Police PRO William Aya confirmed the incident Thursday, adding that the cause of death will be determined by autopsy.
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Police Dismantle Interstate Car Theft Syndicate in Rivers
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested 12 suspects, including a dismissed police officer, and recovered 22 stolen vehicles linked to a sophisticated car-snatching syndicate with foreign connections.
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Presidency Rejects Hunger Claims
The Presidency has dismissed projections that 33 million Nigerians are at risk of hunger, calling them exaggerated. Presidential aide Sunday Dare said Thursday that while economic challenges exist, the situation is not as dire as portrayed in a recent newspaper editorial.
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Bandit Leader Bello Turji Confirms Peace Talks With FG
Bandits’ leader Bello Turji has confirmed ongoing negotiations with the Federal Government to end violence in Zamfara and neighbouring states. In a Thursday video, Turji said the talks aim to foster peaceful coexistence between herders and farmers.
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NCAA Blacklists KWAM 1 for Six Months
The NCAA has blacklisted Fuji star KWAM 1 for six months over alleged unruly behaviour at Abuja airport. NCAA spokesman Michael Achimugu said Thursday that aviation rules apply to all passengers regardless of status.
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NAFDAC Says GMO Foods Are Safe
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has assured Nigerians that genetically modified foods are safe if tested and labelled properly. DG Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye made the statement Thursday during a television interview.
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Ojudu Says Osinbajo Was Warned Before 2019 Helicopter Crash
Former presidential aide Babafemi Ojudu has claimed that ex-Kogi governor Yahaya Bello warned former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo not to visit Kabba before his 2019 helicopter crash there, citing possible harm from locals.
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Gideon Okeke Accuses Jim Iyke of Attempted Shooting
Actor Gideon Okeke has alleged that colleague Jim Iyke once attempted to shoot him during a January 18, 2024 film production. Okeke made the claim in an emotional Instagram video and apologised for recent public outbursts.
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Hermes Says Mother Abandoned Family for Seven Years
Reality TV star Hermes Iyele has revealed that his mother left home for seven years after his father lost his job, forcing the family to live in an unfinished building. He said she returned years later, and he holds no grudge.
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Barcelona Strips Ter Stegen of Captaincy
Barcelona have removed goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen from the captaincy amid a dispute over releasing his medical records to La Liga. Vice-captain Ronald Araujo will serve as acting captain.
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Vinicius, Mbappé, Gyokeres, Dembele Lead Ballon d’Or Shortlist
The 2025 Ballon d’Or shortlist features Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbappé, Viktor Gyokeres and Ousmane Dembélé among others, with no Nigerian player making the list. Notable inclusions include Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay.