Author: Akintayo Adams

WAEC announced that it withheld the results of 215,267 candidates, which is 11.92 per cent of 1,805,216, the total number of candidates that sat the examination. Speaking on Monday while announcing the release of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination results, the Head of Nigeria Office of WAEC, Dr Amos Dangut, made the disclosure. The 2024 examination took place over seven weeks and six days, from April 30 to June 24, across Nigeria. Dangut reported that 1,301,941 candidates, or 72.12 per cent, earned credits or higher in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. He noted…

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that 99 individuals, along with two others on exemption, were fraudulently mobilized from the University of Calabar for National Service between the 2021 and 2023 service years. Consequently, the NYSC has invalidated the Certificates of National Service issued to these 101 persons. In a statement released by Eddy Megwa, the NYSC’s Director of Information and Public Relations, the management emphasized its commitment to ensuring that only qualified individuals receive NYSC Certificates of National Service. The NYSC is particularly focused on preventing unqualified graduates, especially those from unaccredited universities, from being recognized or…

On the occasion of this year’s International Youth Day, Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has tasked youths to dream big, describing them as the country’s future. He spoke on Monday in Abuja at the Nigeria Police Youth Summit to mark the event. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned the first set of locally produced Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. This initial batch of 20 buses was manufactured by Innoson Motors, a Nigerian automotive company. The commissioning took place at the forecourt of the Presidential Villa, where some of the CNG buses were showcased. President Tinubu temporarily paused the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting to inaugurate the vehicles. The introduction of these CNG buses is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to alleviate the impact of the recent fuel subsidy removal on citizens. The use of CNG…

Two people, an 11-year-old girl and a 34-year-old woman, were stabbed in London’s Leicester Square, a bustling tourist spot. Both victims have been hospitalized, according to Westminster police. Authorities have arrested a man in connection with the attack and have confirmed that they do not believe there are any other suspects involved. The incident could have been far worse if not for the quick and brave actions of Abdullah, a 29-year-old employee at TWG Tea in Leicester Square. Abdullah heard a scream and immediately intervened, tackling the attacker and kicking the knife away. With help from his colleagues, he restrained…

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has formally presented the ceremonial beaded crown to High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, former Governor of Oyo State, who doubles as the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland. The prestigious ceremony took place at the Olubadan Palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan, marking an important milestone in the traditional hierarchy of Ibadanland. The event signifies Ladoja’s official acceptance of his new title, solidifying his position within the leadership structure of the ancient city. Videos from the event were shared by Oyo Affairs on X.com, captioned, “Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja has received beaded crown.”…

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) results. Here’s how students can check their results: Checking WAEC Results 2024 Online Checking WAEC Result 2024 via SMS Note: Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has initiated an investigation into a viral video showing a woman, Favour Igiebor, destroying a Nigerian passport, allegedly belonging to her husband, at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. The NIS has also invited Igiebor for questioning regarding the incident. The NIS spokesman, Kenneth Udo, stated that the woman’s actions could potentially violate Section 10(b) of the Immigration Act 2015 (as amended), which includes penalties under Section 10(h) of the same Act. The NIS emphasized its commitment to enforcing the provisions of the Act to safeguard national security and uphold the integrity of…

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for School Candidates (WASCCE) for the year 2024. The examination body made the announcement on Monday in a post via X. “The West African Examinations Council is pleased to inform candidates who sat WASSCE for school candidates, 2024 that the result has officially been released today, Monday, August 12, 2024,” it read. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Peter Okoye, also known as Mr. P, one-half of the famous musical duo Psquare, has written an open letter to his twin brother, Paul Okoye (Rudeboy), in response to recent interviews where Paul seemingly discredited Peter’s contributions to their group’s success. In the letter, Peter expresses his disappointment at Paul’s constant claims of having written and sung the majority of Psquare’s songs, while downplaying Peter’s contributions. He points out that despite Paul’s assertions, many of their hits were the result of their combined efforts, highlighting that Psquare’s success was rooted in their teamwork and unity. Peter also reflects on their…