Author: Akintayo Adams

A Max Air aircraft with the registration number 5N-MBD experienced a tyre burst upon landing at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano on Tuesday night. The flight, which had departed from Lagos, was carrying 53 passengers and six crew members. Fortunately, all passengers and crew were safely evacuated without any injuries. The incident occurred around 10:19 p.m., and the front tire of the aircraft burst into flames upon landing, filling the cabin with smoke. Following the incident, the runway at MAKIA has been temporarily closed for inspection and clearance. Max Air announced the closure, apologizing for any inconvenience…

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the registration and examination dates for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Registration will start on January 31, 2025, and end on March 5, 2025. The UTME itself will begin on March 8, 2025, with a mock examination set for February 23, 2025, for those who opt to participate. Ishaq Oloyede, JAMB’s registrar and chief executive officer, shared this information during a meeting with media executives in Lagos. He emphasized that candidates must provide their National Identification Number (NIN) to ensure a smooth registration process. According to JAMB, “The NIN…

The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced that approximately 3,690 Nigerians are at risk of deportation as part of a broader initiative to address illegal immigration. This move is part of a larger effort to deport over 1.4 million non-citizens who have final removal orders. The data, titled “Noncitizens on the ICE Non-Detained Docket with Final Orders of Removal by Country of Citizenship,” reveals that Nigeria is one of the countries significantly affected by this operation, alongside Mexico and El Salvador, which have the highest numbers of deportations. As of November 2024, more than 1.4 million individuals,…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has introduced a new rule requiring importers to clear goods at the nation’s ports within 30 days of arrival. This move is intended to ease port congestion and improve cargo handling processes. Importers can request an additional 30-day grace period, but this requires approval from the Area Controller. If further time is needed, clearance can extend up to 90 days with the approval of an Assistant Comptroller General or Zonal Coordinator. Goods left uncleared beyond 90 days will face disposal under the Nigeria Customs Service Act (NCSA) 2023, which enforces these timelines. The Comptroller General…

The Kwara State Muslims Pilgrims Welfare Board has issued an ultimatum to intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj, setting a deadline of January 31, 2025, for the payment of the Hajj fare. The fare for intending pilgrims from Kwara State, which falls under the Northern zone, is ₦8,457,685.59. The board emphasized that no extensions will be granted and that payments must be remitted to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on time to meet the deadlines established by the Saudi Hajj Authority. The Executive Secretary of the Board, Alhaji Abdulkadir Abdulsalam, explained that the fare varies across Nigeria’s geopolitical…

The Federal Government, through the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), has announced the commencement of recruitment into various positions within the Federal Civil Service. Interested and eligible Nigerians can apply for the available positions through the commission’s official recruitment portal. In a statement released on Monday by Taiwo Hassan, the FCSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, it was disclosed that applicants are to apply for only one position. The vacancy announcement is published on the commission’s website and in national newspapers. Eligible applicants are required to submit necessary documents, including their curriculum vitae, educational certificates, birth certificate, and passport…

The Super Eagles have been drawn in Group C for the upcoming African Nations Cup. They were drawn alongside Uganda, and Tanzania. The tournament is set to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, in Morocco. This 2025 edition will mark the 35th installment of the tournament. The Super Eagles will be aiming for their fourth AFCON title, having narrowly missed out on victory in the previous edition’s final against the host nation, Ivory Coast. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

Victoria Ogunremi, a Nigerian-American woman working in New Jersey, has received widespread praise for her honesty after returning $5,700 in cash that she found in a restroom at her workplace. In an interview with journalists on Monday, Ogunremi explained that her decision to return the money was driven by concern for the person who lost it and her Christian faith. She stated, “The thought of the pain or trauma it could cause inspired me. I did not hesitate to return it because of my Christian faith and beliefs. Honesty brings peace of mind, and it is the key virtue I…

Timileyin Ajayi, the suspected killer of Salome Adaidu, has pleaded not guilty to the charge of culpable homicide, which is punishable by death under Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria. Ajayi was arraigned at the High Court of Justice in Lafia before Justice Simon Aboki. Despite initially admitting to the crime, claiming he killed Adaidu after discovering she was cheating on him, Ajayi pleaded not guilty during the arraignment. The case has drawn significant attention, especially given the gruesome nature of the crime, with Ajayi found in possession of Adaidu’s severed head. The trial will continue as…

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has made a bold statement, saying he would prefer to put the club’s goalkeeper coach, Jorge Vital, on the bench rather than Marcus Rashford. This comes after Rashford was left out of the matchday squad for the 1-0 win against Fulham, a match in which Lisandro Martinez scored the only goal from a deflected strike. Rashford hasn’t been included in a Premier League squad for nearly two months, and Amorim has criticized the 27-year-old for not showing the right attitude and effort in training. “If things don’t change, I will not change. It’s the same…