The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has temporarily suspended access to the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for school candidates following the detection of technical issues during an internal review. In a statement dated Thursday, August 7, and signed by Acting Head of Public Affairs Moyosola Adesina, WAEC explained that the…
Justine Madugu, head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or award for Best Women’s Football Coach. The announcement was made by France Football Magazine, the organizers of the prestigious awards, via their official X account on Thursday. Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie was also shortlisted for the Women’s Yacine…
The nominees for the 69th Ballon d’Or ceremony in 2025 have been announced, featuring stars like Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé, and Mohamed Salah. Paris Saint-Germain forward Dembélé is the favorite to claim his first Ballon d’Or after an impressive season with 36 goals and 13 assists across all competitions for club and country. He also…
The Federal Government has disclosed that over 300 repentant terrorists are currently undergoing rehabilitation as part of its ongoing efforts to combat terrorism through non-violent means. Major-General Adamu Laka, National Coordinator of the National Counter Terrorism Centre, revealed this on Thursday, August 7, 2025, during a high-level meeting with stakeholders and donors in Abuja. The…
The Secretary to the Niger State Government, Abubakar Usman, announced the death in a statement released on August 7, confirming that Musa died in Abuja after a brief illness. “Senator Ibrahim Musa died today (Thursday) in Abuja, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service to his people and the nation,” Usman said. “His passing is…
Operatives from the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested fifty-five suspected internet fraudsters in a recent sting operation. The arrests took place on Wednesday, July 6, 2025, at K Hotel in Itori, Ewekoro area of Ogun State, following credible intelligence about the suspects’ involvement in fraudulent online activities.…
US President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Commerce to begin preparations for a new census that excludes undocumented immigrants, signaling a renewed effort to reshape electoral maps in favor of Republicans and diminish the political influence of Democratic-leaning populations. Announcing the decision on his platform Truth Social, Trump stated: “People who are in…
A devoted Manchester United supporter has taken an unconventional approach to back his club’s transfer ambitions by launching a GoFundMe campaign aimed at raising £120 million to help secure Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. The 21-year-old Cameroonian impressed last season with 34 Premier League appearances and three goals under Brighton’s new manager Fabian Hürzeler. Reports from…
The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the killing of two travellers and the abduction of three others by armed men in Ganmu village, located in Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state. According to police reports, the victims were en route from Lagos to Babanla town when their vehicle developed a flat tyre near…
The 2025 US Open is poised to make tennis history, becoming the most lucrative tournament ever with a total prize fund exceeding $90 million. Organizers announced Wednesday that both the men’s and women’s singles champions will receive $5 million each — a 39% increase from last year’s $3.6 million. Overall, this year’s prize purse represents…
