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Mathematics no longer compulsory for arts students as FG reviews institutions' entry requirements

Nigeria, Oct. 15 -- Candidates seeking admissions into Faculties of Arts in Nigerian Universities no longer need to pass Mathematics in their Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), according to... Read More


Father of late Bilyaminu Bello forgives daughter-in-law, hails Tinubu

Nigeria, Oct. 15 -- Ahmed Bello, the father of late Bilyaminu Bello, said he has forgiven his daughter-in-law, Maryam Sanda, who was convicted for his son's murder. Speaking at a press conference in ... Read More


Senate urges Nigerian govt to secure release of citizens in Libyan detention

Nigeria, Oct. 15 -- The Senate on Tuesday passed a resolution calling on the federal government to intensify diplomatic efforts to secure the release and safety of Nigerians currently detained in Liby... Read More


Westland University appoints Oluwo as Chancellor

Nigeria, Oct. 15 -- The management of Westland University, Iwo, Osun State, has appointed the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, as the chancellor of the institution. The appointment was anno... Read More


Coup in Madagascar after Gen Z protests forced President to flee

Nigeria, Oct. 15 -- The army in Madagascar has seized control of the government following a parliamentary vote to remove the President, Andry Rajoelina, who has also fled the country. Al Jazeera repo... Read More


Insecurity: Reps seek stronger ties with Niger Republic to tackle banditry in Sokoto, Sahel Region

Nigeria, Oct. 15 -- The House of Representatives has urged the federal government to renew diplomatic and security cooperation with neighbouring Niger Republic and other Sahel countries to help curb t... Read More


How uneven funds allocation mar zonal constituency projects in Nigeria- UDEME

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- Ogun and Akwa Ibom states have emerged as the top beneficiaries of Zonal Intervention Projects (ZIP) in the 2025 fiscal year. Every year, since its inception in 1999, the federal ... Read More


Electoral Act: Nigerian lawmakers propose non-compulsory use of PVCs for voting

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- Members of the National Assembly are proposing an amendment to the Electoral Act to make the use of the Permanent Voter Card (PVC) non-compulsory for eligible voters during electio... Read More


Nigeria vs Benin: Osimhen hat-trick keeps Super Eagles' World Cup dream alive

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- Victor Osimhen delivered a stunning hat-trick as Nigeria thrashed Benin Republic 4-0 in Uyo on Tuesday to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive through the playoffs. Despite ... Read More


Over N38 billion revenue generated in solid minerals sector in 2024 - Tinubu

Nigeria, Oct. 14 -- President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said the solid minerals sector generated over N38 billion in revenue in 2024, up from the N6 billion it generated the previous year. The president... Read More