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FGN Approves N50,000 Uniform Exam Fee For WAEC, NECO Candidates From 2027

Education, News Flash

FG Approves N50,000 Uniform Exam Fee For WAEC, NECO Candidates From 2027 The federal government says it has approved N50,000 as the new examination fee for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) for secondary school candidates from 2027. In a statement on June 18, issued by Adeniji Ibrahim, director of senior secondary education of the ministry of education, the approval followed a request by WAEC for an upward review of the fee for Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for candidates from 2027. Ibrahim said the decision stems from a meeting between examination bodies and…

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INEC Extends Deadline For Submission Of Candidates For 2027 Presidential, NASS Elections

News Flash, Politics

INEC Extends Deadline For Submission Of Candidates For 2027 Presidential, NASS Elections The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the names and personal particulars of their candidates for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections following an appeal by political parties. In a statement issued on Sunday by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, the commission announced that the deadline, initially set for Saturday, July 11, 2026, has been extended to midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. According to INEC, the extension was…

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‘If I am President, I Will Do Everything Possible To Make Opposition Parties Strong’- Peter Obi

News Flash, Politics

‘If I Am President, I Will Do Everything Possible To Make Opposition Parties Strong’ – Peter Obi The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says if he were Nigerian president he would do everything possible to make opposition parties strong and participatory in governance. Obi made this known during an interview with media entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo, aired on Saturday. According to him, what the politicians and political parties should be doing now to bring the country and other ideas together to work for the interest of the citizens. When asked if president Bola Tinubu believes his own party…

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2026

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NDLEA Arrests South African Woman With Heroine At Abuja Airport

News Flash, Crime

NDLEA Arrests South African Woman With Heroin At Abuja Airport The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a 38-year-old South African woman, Will Ann, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for allegedly attempting to smuggle 5.75 kilograms of heroin into Nigeria while travelling with her three-year-old son. According to the agency, the suspect was arrested on Monday, July 6, 2026, during the inward clearance of passengers aboard Qatar Airways Flight QR1433 from Doha. NDLEA said the suspect allegedly concealed 14 large blocks of heroin in two suitcases and initially denied travelling with any checked-in luggage. In a statement…

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers

News Flash, War, World News

Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has promised to avenge the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a message shared on his official Telegram channel during his father’s funeral ceremonies, Mojtaba said those responsible for the killing would be punished. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed during U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on February 28, an event that sparked a major regional conflict. In his statement, Mojtaba Khamenei said avenging his father’s death was not only a personal duty but also the wish of the Iranian people. “We promise to avenge the…

Jul

11

2026

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Obi Applauds Rescue Of Oyo Pupils, Seeks Stronger Protection For School Children

News Flash, Politics, Security

Obi Applauds Rescue Of Oyo Pupils, Seeks Stronger Protection For School Children The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in the 2027 election, Peter Obi, has welcomed the rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, describing their safe return as a moment of thanksgiving while urging the government to strengthen the country’s security architecture. In a statement shared on his X account on Saturday, Obi expressed relief over the successful operation and commended the security personnel and others who worked to secure the victims’ release. “I am greatly relieved and delighted to learn of the safe…

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11

2026

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Obi Faces EFCC Petition, Likely To Miss Out On 2027 Presidential Race

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Obi Faces EFCC Petition, Likely To Miss Out On 2027 Presidential Race A chieftain of the Labour Party, Abayomi Arabambi, has called on former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, claiming he possesses documents alleging financial irregularities involving the former presidential candidate. Arabambi made the remarks during an interview with Symfoni TV, where he said he intends to make the documents public through the television station so Nigerians can examine them ahead of the next general election. According to him, the documents contain records that should be subjected to public scrutiny. He argued that…

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11

2026

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APC Retains Shettima As Tinubu’s Running Mate

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APC Retains Shettima As Tinubu’s Running Mate The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Friday formally announced Vice President Kashim Shettima as the running-mate to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 presidential election, expressing confidence of securing a landslide victory at the polls. The names of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima were officially submitted to the National Chairman of the APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, for onward transmission to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in line with electoral requirements. The submission was made on behalf of the President by his Special Adviser on Political Matters, Alhaji Ibrahim Masari, at a brief…

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2026

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Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom

Crime, News Flash, Security

Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom Residents of Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on Friday erupted in celebration as the teacher and 39 pupils abducted from three schools in the area on May 15 regained their freedom after 56 days in captivity. A video trending online captured scenes of jubilant passersby as the released pupils and teachers arrived while appreciating the efforts of the armed forces. The victims, made up of 39 pupils and seven teachers, including the school principal, Mrs Alamu Folawe, were released following a coordinated operation by the military, the Department of…

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2026

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Interpol Arrests 5800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers$293 Million

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INTERPOL Arrests 5,800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers $293 Million The International Criminal Police Organisation, INTERPOL, on Thursday said it arrested over 5,800 fraudsters and intercepted $293 million in global operations in Nigeria and other 96 countries between January and April, 2026. The INTERPOL, in a statement on Thursday, said its “global anti-fraud operation involving 97 countries and territories has led to the arrest of 5,811 individuals and the interception of $293 million in illicit assets.” Code named, “Operation First Light 2026” coordinated by INTERPOL, the operations focused on combating social engineering scams and associated money laundering activities in the first quarter…