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By Peter Omopo  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a high-level review of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results following widespread public outcry over technical glitches and poor performance. The review session, scheduled for Thursday, will bring together vice-chancellors, rectors, provosts, school principals, examiners, and key education stakeholders to assess the conduct and outcome of the examination. The meeting will also include representatives from professional and educational bodies such as the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools, the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria, and…

By Peter Omopo  A Kano State High Court on Tuesday rejected an application by former Governor of Kano State and current National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, seeking to stop his prosecution in an alleged bribery and corruption case. Justice Amina Adamu-Aliyu dismissed the preliminary objection filed by Ganduje, his wife Hafsat, son Umar, and five others, challenging the court’s jurisdiction to hear the 11-count charge brought against them by the Kano State Government. The charges involve alleged bribery totalling $413,000 and the misappropriation of N1.38 billion. Other defendants in the case include Abubakar Bawuro,…

By Peter Omopo  Youths in Edo State on Tuesday staged a peaceful rally at the Government House in Benin City in a show of solidarity with Governor Monday Okpebholo’s firm stance against cultism and related violence across the state. Addressing the demonstrators, Governor Okpebholo reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to eradicating cult-related activities, declaring that no amount of intimidation or threats would deter the ongoing crackdown. “If my life had not been protected as a youth, I would not have become the governor of Edo State today,” Okpebholo stated. “We must save our land. Cultism must stop in Edo State.…

By Peter Omopo  The Lagos State Government has announced the successful delivery of 9,970 housing units over the past six years, as part of its sustained efforts to address the state’s housing deficit and promote affordable home ownership for residents. The state Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, disclosed this on Tuesday during the 2025 Lagos State Ministerial Press Briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja. Akinderu-Fatai highlighted the government’s commitment to providing decent and affordable housing, particularly for low- and middle-income earners. He noted that the housing projects were strategically distributed across the state to ensure wide accessibility. “We have commissioned and…

By Peter Omopo  Amid growing defections and deepening internal strife, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has intensified efforts to stabilise its ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections. Former Senate President Bukola Saraki, now chairing a high-powered reconciliation committee, met with members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) on Monday to address critical issues, including recent defections, leadership disputes, and the vacant National Secretary position. The meeting, which held in Abuja, included acting National Chairman, Amb. Umar Damagum; National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature; and National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN). According to party insiders, discussions focused on halting the…

By Peter Omopo  Human rights lawyer and legal counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has criticised a recent report by Amnesty International that linked the group to the recent killings in Okigwe, Imo State. Ejiofor described the report as “hasty” and “riddled with inconsistencies,” calling instead for a comprehensive and unbiased investigation. The criticism comes in the wake of an attack by unidentified gunmen who ambushed and killed several travellers along the Okigwe Road days ago—a development that has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ejiofor questioned the credibility…

By Peter Omopo  The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has deployed 1,600 corps members to Bauchi State for the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream 1 service year, with an assurance that they will make meaningful contributions to their host communities. The Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, gave the assurance during the official closing ceremony of the orientation course held in Bauchi on Tuesday. He was represented at the event by the Bauchi State NYSC Coordinator, Rifkatu Yakubu. Brig. Gen. Nafiu praised the corps members for their conduct during the three-week orientation, commending their patriotism, discipline, and commitment. “By…

By Peter Omopo  Prominent political figures gathered on Tuesday at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja for the official launch of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido’s autobiography, Being True to Myself. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo led a distinguished list of attendees, which included former Vice Presidents Atiku Abubakar and Namadi Sambo, as well as former Senate Presidents Ken Nnamani and Pius Ayim. Also present at the event were former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, who was scheduled to review the book, and the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi. Governors Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya…

By Peter Omopo  Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has mourned the passing of Professor Ibiang Oden Ewa, a renowned academic and respected community leader, describing him as a towering figure in the study of military politics and a dedicated public servant. In a statement released on Tuesday, Governor Otu expressed deep sorrow over the professor’s death, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday after a brief illness. The late scholar was the father of the state’s Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Mr. Oden Ewa. Governor Otu paid a personal condolence visit to the bereaved family,…

By Peter Omopo  The Rotary Club of Omole Golden has commissioned and handed over a newly constructed four-unit modern toilet facility to the Iju Ogundimu Market community in Lagos, in a move aimed at addressing long-standing sanitation challenges in the area. Valued at over N4 million, the facility—which includes separate toilets for male and female users—was officially commissioned on Tuesday. The project was entirely funded through voluntary contributions by members of the club. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Club’s President, Rotarian Babajide Ogunleye, said the initiative was a direct response to persistent appeals from the market community over the…