January 2025
WAEC Offers WASSCE Candidates Resit Exams
A new initiative has been introduced by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to enable applicants who failed the last exam to retake the West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) papers at an earlier time than before. John Kapi, WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, addressed this on Monday during an interview on Ghana’s JoyNews […]
Congo puts 102 “urban bandits” to death, and 70 more are scheduled to be killed.
According to the country’s justice minister, the Congolese government has executed over 102 persons in the last week and has 70 more scheduled for execution. In a statement to the Associated Press on Sunday evening, January 5, 2025, Minister of Justice Mutamba said that the individuals, who were between the ages of 18 and 35, […]
The Rivers gas explosion injured 15 people, including four children and a pregnant mother (graphic video).
According to ireport247news yesterday, a gas cylinder exploded near a large tree in Orazi, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, causing severe burns to 17 individuals. A recent update revealed that over 20 people, including a pregnant woman, four children, and a spouse, had suffered serious injuries as a result of the gas exposure. The gas cylinder […]
Ibadan stampede: Elders said that ex-queen Naomi’s detention is a stain on Yoruba
The detention of the former queen, Naomi Silekunola, is a disgrace in Yorubaland and a stain on the ethnic group, according to some Yoruba elders who are affiliated with the Kaaro Oojiire Omo Oodua Foundation (KOOOF). The elders demanded their immediate release, claiming that the incarceration of the well-known broadcaster Hamzat Oriyomi and the principal […]
El-Rufai: “I didn’t defect to the PDP or any other party.”
As reported, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, the immediate past governor of Kaduna state, has denied defecting to the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) or any other political party. Social media users and several internet sites announced on Sunday that Nasir El-Rufai, a former governor, has rejoined the PDP in order to run for president in 2027. […]
Kano Commissioner Resigns amid “friction”, Nearly A month After Cabinet Reshuffle
Engr. Muhammad Diggol, the Commissioner for the Ministry of Project Monitoring and Evaluation, has officially resigned from his position, raising eyebrows and sparking speculations about the political dynamics within the state’s government. While the specific reasons behind Diggol’s resignation have not been disclosed, speculation in some quarters suggests that his departure may stem from a […]
INEC Won’t Destroy Uncollected PVCs, Ignore Misleading News
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied a misleading report purportedly cooked by mischief maker(s) claiming that the Commission is considering the destruction of over six million uncollected Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs). In an official statement on the commission’s X handle ( formerly Twitter), it expresses thus: “Our attention has been drawn to a […]
To honour the late SSG, Aiyedatiwa announces a three-day period of mourning.
In remembrance of the late former Secretary to the State Government, Tayo Oluwatuyi, who died on Saturday, Ondo State Governor Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa announced three days of mourning on Sunday. After being involved in a car accident along the Ife-Ibadan Motorway a few days prior, the late SSG, also known as Tukana, passed away on […]
Garlands, Encomiums, As Tinubu Commission projects in Enugu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received garlands of praises when he visited Enugu State from Igbo leaders and citizens alike. The President was warmly welcomed by Governor Peter Mbah and a host of dignitaries. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as cultural groups performed traditional display Tinubu commissioned several key projects aimed at driving economic growth […]
Tanker explosion destroys Delta property and banks, killing five people.
A gasoline tanker explosion that shook Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, has left at least five persons dead and destroyed numerous properties, including two banks. Sunday afternoon saw the horrific event along Old Asaba-Lagos Road, which left a path of damage and casualties in its wake. The fire destroyed property valued […]