Real reason 5,000 candidates with 300+ UTME scores missed admission
Out of the figure, only about 2.7 million were admitted to higher institutions of learning, leaving about 5.8 million stranded.
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Nigeria sitting on ticking time bomb – Obasanjo warns
“Until we banish poverty in Africa, international communities will not recognize us as a serious continent.”
Cassie alleges Diddy brought Britney Spears to her 21st birthday party
Cassie Ventura told jurors that the birthday party was a turning point, saying, “Sean was there and he brought Dallas Austin, Britney Spears. I think those were the two people that stand out to me.” She said the event marked the start of their romantic relationship with a first kiss.
Nigeria’s inflation rate drops to 23.71% – NBS
Nigeria’s inflation rate fell to 23.71% in April 2025, driven by a decline in food and transport costs, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
Senate urges Tinubu to sign forest security bill to tackle insecurity
The Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu to sign the Forest Security Service Bill into law as part of a broader strategy to address rising insecurity in rural and forested areas.
Abductors of APC chairman ‘kidnap those who took ransom to them’ , demand fresh N30m
One of the sources, who craved anonymity stated that “those who took the ransom to them, as agreed during negotiations, were held by the same kidnappers.
Driver’s licence, number plate prices jump as JTB implements new rates
The price adjustment, according to JTB, is due to the introduction of enhanced security features in the number plate and driver’s licence and an incidental increase in production cost.
‘Let’s fight it out in the street’ – Oshiomhole dares Abati to physical duel over TV remarks
”If you want to abuse me, don’t hide behind the TV; let’s meet in the street and fight it out.”
Trump ends Syria sanctions, extends olive branch to Iran in speech to Saudi royals
President Donald Trump announced the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria in a speech in Riyadh, saying the move is meant to give the war-torn country’s new government “a chance at greatness.”
FX reserves increase as CBN implements multiple strategies to boost inflows
The gross FX reserves have increased by $86.67 million, reaching $38.10 billion.