< 1 mn read At the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) policy meeting on education in Abuja, several stakeholders opposed the newly established minimum admission age of 18 years. Students of the Muslim Girl’s High School are pictured in Ijebu Ode, Nigeria, 11 June 2014. [Getty Images] When the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, announced the […]
2 mn read The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has vowed to enforce a law mandating the minimum age for entry into tertiary institutions as 18 years. Prof. Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education [Punch Newspapers] Prof. Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education [Punch Newspapers] Speaking at the 2024 Policy Meeting on Admissions into Tertiary Institutions, organized by the […]
< 1 mn read The Federal Ministry of Environment in Adamawa has partnered with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to plant thousands of seedlings across the 21 local government areas of the state. This initiative aims to make Adamawa greener and protect the environment against climate change and other environmental challenges. Hajiya Safiya Abubakar, the Controller of […]
< 1 mn read Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has expressed deep shock over a fire incident that claimed the lives of the daughter, elder sister, and two siblings of Dr. Yusuf Kofar Mata, the Commissioner for Higher Education. Kano State Commissioner of Higher Education Yusuf Kofar Mata and Governor Abba Yusuf [Pulse.ng] Kano State Commissioner of Higher […]
< 1 mn read The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, announced that a new curriculum will be implemented in secondary schools nationwide by September 2024. This declaration was made on Thursday, July 18, during the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) policy meeting in Abuja. “We are working hard to ensure that a new curriculum is introduced […]
< 1 mn read Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon recently shared his insights on the challenges faced by social media skit makers aspiring to break into the acting industry. Speaking on the Echoo Room podcast, he emphasized the difficulty of deviating from established norms and the importance of perseverance. “If you’re ever trying to do anything different from the norm, […]
< 1 mn read A 24-year-old Nigerian named Oside Oluwole, also known as “Khoded,” has broken a world record certified by the Guinness World Records (GWR) for the longest videogame marathon playing a soccer game. He achieved this feat by playing Dream League Soccer 2023 continuously for 75 hours, surpassing the previous record of 50 hours set by Englishman […]
< 1 mn read President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as confirmed by the White House in a statement on Thursday. Despite being vaccinated and boosted, he is experiencing mild symptoms. Following an event in Nevada, where the positive test result emerged, Biden will self-isolate at his private residence in Delaware. Despite his illness, he intends to […]
< 1 mn read In 2023, Nigerians emerged as the largest group of African asylum seekers in Canada, according to recent data. They were followed by Kenyans, Congolese, Ugandans, Ethiopians, Ghanaians, and Senegalese. This statistic underscores the significant number of Nigerians seeking asylum abroad, reflecting challenges such as insecurity and economic instability back home. Over the years from 2016 […]
< 1 mn read Tyler Perry’s latest film, “Divorce in the Black,” premiered on Prime Video on July 11, 2024, but has encountered a challenging reception from critics, receiving a dismal 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes based on reviews from 11 critics. Despite this harsh critique, the audience response paints a more positive picture with a favorable 71% score […]
2 mn read In a surprising move, model and video vixen Amber Rose publicly endorsed Donald Trump for a second term during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on July 15, 2024. This endorsement marks a stark departure from her previous criticisms of Trump during his 2016 presidential campaign. Speaking passionately at the convention, Rose emphasized her concerns […]
< 1 mn read Simi recently addressed the misunderstanding sparked by her statement that she doesn’t actively listen to music, clarifying that she typically doesn’t engage with songs unless she discovers a voice she resonates with. The Nigerian singer expressed frustration over how her words were misconstrued, particularly by some media outlets, leading to negative reactions on social media. […]
< 1 mn read Purple Speedy, also known as Peace Pever Anpee, is a prominent content creator, dancer, social media influencer, and TikTok star who has gained widespread recognition for her vibrant TikTok videos and energetic dance performances. Born on December 10, 1998, in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria, she was raised alongside her sisters Glory and Faith Pever by […]
< 1 mn read “Shina,” an acclaimed Nollywood film executive produced by Timini Egbuson, has garnered significant attention and success since its release on June 14, 2024. It has consistently remained among the top 10 most streamed movies on Netflix in Nigeria, a notable achievement that underscores its popularity with local audiences. Directed by Muyiwa Adesokun and Carmen Lilian-Ike-Okoro, […]
< 1 mn read Ini Dima-Okojie, a Nigerian actress, recently shared on Instagram that her fibroids have returned three years after undergoing a successful myomectomy in 2020. In a heartfelt message to her followers on July 17, 2024, she expressed her disappointment at this setback but emphasized her decision not to undergo another surgery immediately. Instead, she plans to […]
< 1 mn read In response to the planned nationwide protest against economic hardship scheduled for August, a coalition of Concerned Northern Youths and Students from 19 Northern states has decided to withdraw their participation. The coalition, represented by Jibril Sani Bello, the National Coordinator, made this announcement in Kano, citing concerns about the organizers and the unclear aims […]
< 1 mn read Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has expressed concerns over the rising prices of locally sourced crude oil due to the practices of international oil companies (IOCs). According to Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil & Gas at DIL, these IOCs are offering crude oil at prices above the official rates set by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum […]
< 1 mn read The Bankers Committee is close to completing a major renovation and upgrade of the National Theatre in Lagos, aiming to restore national pride and enhance cultural infrastructure. The project, initiated in July 2021 and approved by the Federal Government, includes comprehensive improvements to facilities such as HVAC systems, fire safety standards, power, water supply, and […]
< 1 mn read The recent reports alleging that Umara Zulum, the son of Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, was arrested in India for allegedly killing a Chinese man in a nightclub fight over a woman have been strongly refuted by the Borno State Governor’s Media Unit. The reports, which circulated on social media and some news platforms, claimed […]
< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu highlighted Nigeria’s strides in the renewable energy sector during the African Natural Resources & Energy Investment Summit, 2024, held in Abuja. Represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu disclosed that Nigeria has attracted over $2 billion in investments in renewable energy, marking it as a rapidly growing sector in the economy. Tinubu reaffirmed […]
