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By Peter Omopo Nigeria has achieved its strongest performance yet in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, with 24 universities earning places on the prestigious global list, according to the Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa. The minister announced the milestone in a statement shared via his official X account, describing the achievement as a major indicator of the positive impact of ongoing reforms in the country’s higher education sector. According to Alausa, the number of Nigerian universities featured in the global rankings increased from 21 in previous editions to 24 this year, making Nigeria the most…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Ageku ejò, ó ńṣòro bí agbọn.”..The chopped-up part of a snake is still as fierce and troublesome as a wasp.”..Never mistake someone’s quietness for weakness. Some people don’t speak much, argue much, or seek attention, but that doesn’t mean they lack strength. Silence can hide wisdom, resilience, and the ability to act when it matters most. The proverbs remind us that even what appears weakened can still be powerful. Respect everyone, stay humble, and never underestimate people because they are quiet. ” The silent ones may not make the loudest noise, but they often leave the…

Rashidat Olamidayo Ajakaye, a Graduate Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Language, Arts and Social Science Education, Faculty of Education, Lagos State University (LASU), has garnered commendation following her outstanding academic presentation at the 10th Lagos Studies Association (LSA) Conference, held from June 16 to 20, 2026, at the University of Lagos. The landmark conference, themed “The State of African Studies in the 21st Century: The Lagos Studies Association @10,” brought together scholars, researchers, cultural critics, creative artists, and policymakers from different parts of the world to discuss contemporary issues shaping African studies and cultural development. On June 19, 2026,…

By Peter Omopo The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), in partnership with Rite Foods Limited, will honour seven exceptional Nigerian undergraduates with ₦5 million each at the maiden Academic Excellence Recognition Award Ceremony scheduled to hold on Tuesday in Lagos. The initiative is designed to recognise and reward outstanding academic achievement recorded during the 2025 admission exercise while encouraging a culture of excellence among students across the country. In a statement issued by JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Fabian Benjamin, the examination body said each of the seven beneficiaries was selected for demonstrating exceptional performance in both the Unified Tertiary…

By Peter Omopo The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disowned a purported list circulating online claiming to contain the names of successful candidates from its recently concluded primary elections, describing the publication as false, unauthorised and misleading. In a public notice issued on Sunday, the party said it had not released any official list of successful candidates and urged members, stakeholders and the general public to disregard reports suggesting otherwise. The disclaimer, signed by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, was published on the party’s official X account. According to the party, any publication or report announcing the outcome…

By Peter Omopo The Nigeria Police Force has launched a nationwide advocacy and sensitisation campaign against cultism, drug abuse and other social vices as part of efforts to strengthen crime prevention and community policing across the country. The initiative was flagged off by the Olatunji Disu under the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), according to a statement issued on Sunday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu. The police said the campaign will be implemented across all state commands and is designed to reinforce the Force’s commitment to proactive policing, grassroots engagement and…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan has secured a place in the women’s 100 metres hurdles final at the Paris Diamond League after delivering a commanding performance in her qualifying heat on Sunday. The former world and Commonwealth champion won her heat in an impressive 12.39 seconds under legal wind conditions of +0.4m/s, comfortably finishing ahead of her rivals to book an automatic place in the final. Amusan displayed her trademark speed and composure throughout the race, pulling away from the field in the closing stages to seal victory and continue her strong run of form this season. The Nadine…

By Dr Abubakar Alkali 27/6/26 – Dr Isa Pantami’s Disputed ‘Professorship’ has Been Rejected By ASUU in 2022 and FUTO has taken ASUU to Court hence people should stop addressing him as a Professor Pending the Deternination of the Suit The Court Case Instituted by FUTO in 2022 Against ASUU’s Rejection of Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami’s Disputed ‘Professorship Appointment’ Should be Given an Accelerated Hearing and Determined by the Courts As a former academician, university lecturer and one who holds the noble profession of teaching too dear, I feel hugely embarrassed when academic procedures, rules and regulations either for…

In a celebration of a fulfilled life, the Amokeodo family from Ilesa, Osun State, on Wednesday, buried one of their illustrious sons , the late Joseph Olusanu Amokeodo. A community leader and successful businessman, the late Joseph Amokeodo, fondly called ‘Brother Joe’, died in Lagos on June 14, 2026 at the age of 80 years. The funeral rites commenced on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 with a Christian Wake at 40, Alhaja Eleshin Street, Ogudu, Lagos while the event was attended by family members, relatives, associates and friends. This was followed by the funeral mass at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church,…

By Peter Omopo Actor Joseph Momodu has officially enlisted in the United States Army after successfully completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood. Momodu announced the milestone in a post shared on his Instagram page on Friday, revealing that his prolonged absence from social media was due to the intensive military training programme. According to the actor, the training was physically and mentally demanding, testing his endurance, discipline and resilience throughout the 10-week period. “From inception, I have always believed in achievements earned through merit, which is why I constantly push myself beyond limits,” he wrote.…