Metro
JAMB and WAEC Set N4,000 Fee for WASSCE Result Checks
JAMB and WAEC have announced a one-time fee of N4,000 for checking WASSCE results. This move aims to simplify the admission process for Nigerian universities.
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Russia Claims It Helped Niger's Government Stop Coup Attempt
Russia has claimed it helped Niger's military government stop a coup attempt. The ambassador revealed that the Nigerien government sought assistance during the unrest.
Politics
Sokoto PDP Chairman Reacts to Former Chair's Switch to ADC
Sokoto PDP Chairman Hayatu Tafida Aminu has dismissed the defection of former chairman Goronyo to ADC, stating it was not surprising and revealing ongoing ties.
Metro
Lassa fever: Young adults hit hardest as Nigeria reports 1,035 cases and 252 deaths
Young adults are the most affected by Lassa fever in Nigeria, with 1,035 confirmed cases and 252 deaths reported in 2026. The outbreak is concentrated in five states.
Metro
Police nab 12 suspects linked to kidnapping and other crimes
The police in Niger State arrested 12 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. The arrests were made between August 22 and 25.
Metro
Investigation: Health Challenges Persist Despite Huge Spending in Osun's Rural Clinics
Osun's rural clinics struggle with neglect and poor conditions despite funding. Caregiver Rashidat Lamidi highlights the urgent need for improvements.
Politics
Celebrating Governor Dauda Lawal at 61: A New Era in Zamfara
As Governor Dauda Lawal celebrates his 61st birthday, his transformation from a quiet banker to a proactive leader in Zamfara State is evident.
Politics
Akwa Ibom government mistakenly calls Akpabio ‘Acting President of Nigeria’
The Akwa Ibom State Government mistakenly called Senate President Godswill Akpabio the Acting President of Nigeria during an event for Ibom Air. The post was later corrected.
Politics
Germany blames Russia for drone attack at Leipzig airport
Germany has accused Russia of attempting a drone attack at Leipzig airport. The Interior Minister stated that evidence confirms Russian responsibility for the incident.
Metro
FESTAC Residents Plan Protest Over Demolished Fence
FESTAC Town residents are organizing a protest against the FHA for demolishing their fence and removing essential installations. They seek answers and accountability.
Politics
Gunmen kill two and kidnap APC chairman in Kano
In a shocking attack in Kano, gunmen killed two people and kidnapped APC chairman Alhaji Abdullahi Fanka. This incident highlights the growing insecurity in the area.
Metro
Six People Arrested for Vandalism of Electricity Installations in Osun
The Osun State Police have arrested six people, including four IBEDC workers, for vandalizing electricity installations in Ikirun. Police recovered tools used in the crime.