Author: Olóyè Gbenga

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a minor adjustment to the arrival time for candidates sitting the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), particularly those scheduled for the first session. In a notice shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, the examination body stated that candidates for the first session are now required to arrive at their designated Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres by 7:00 a.m., instead of the earlier scheduled 6:30 a.m. According to JAMB, the examination will commence at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 10:30 a.m., maintaining the same duration despite the revised…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed allegations of partisan social media activity linked to its leadership, stating that the controversy stems from digital impersonation rather than any involvement by the commission’s chairman. The clarification was provided by INEC’s Director of Information and Communication Technology, Lawrence Bayode, during an interview on Channels Television on Monday. He was responding to viral claims involving resurfaced online posts allegedly connected to an account said to belong to INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan. Bayode stated that the commission had already clarified that the chairman does not operate any personal account on X (formerly Twitter).…

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State have endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, as their preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election in the state. The endorsement was made during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Umuahia, where party leaders from the three senatorial districts and all 17 local government areas of the state were in attendance. The meeting was reportedly convened to strengthen internal cohesion and consolidate the party’s structure ahead of future elections. At the gathering, several party leaders expressed support for Benjamin Kalu, urging him to formally declare his…

A recent post by tech billionaire Elon Musk has triggered widespread reactions among Nigerian social media users after many misinterpreted his use of the acronym “APC.” Musk, the chief executive of Tesla, posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday describing the Tesla Cybertruck as “an APC from the future.” The statement was intended as a reference to an Armoured Personnel Carrier, a type of military vehicle that the Cybertruck’s design is often compared to due to its angular, reinforced appearance. However, the post quickly gained traction in Nigeria for a different reason. Many users associated the term “APC” with the…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kano State has adopted a new leadership arrangement following a stakeholders’ meeting convened to address the party’s internal structure. The outcome, described by party officials as consensual, reflects recent political shifts and an influx of new members into the organisation. Under the agreement reached, 60 per cent of the party’s leadership positions will be assigned to supporters of former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The remaining 40 per cent will be distributed among long-standing members of the ADC and other groups that have recently joined its ranks. Kano State Chairman of the ADC,…

The Federal Government has announced a noticeable increase in electricity generation, with output rising from 3,951 megawatts (MW) to 4,300MW between March 28 and April 10, signalling a gradual recovery in Nigeria’s power sector. The development was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja by the Special Adviser to the Minister of Power on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Bolaji Tunji. He noted that the steady rise in generation aligns with assurances previously given by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who had pledged improved electricity supply within a two-week timeframe. According to Tunji, the increase in power generation coincided…

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has strongly criticised former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, over allegations that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, was plotting to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja. In a statement issued on Sunday in Ibadan, CCII President-General, Ajeniyi Ajewole, described Fayose’s remarks as misleading, provocative and a dangerous attempt to politicise traditional institutions within the state. Fayose had earlier taken to his X (formerly Twitter) account to allege that Governor Makinde was planning to depose the Olubadan. He claimed that the process would begin with a formal query against the monarch, citing his…

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to deploy excess crude oil revenue to subsidise local refineries as part of efforts to ease the burden of rising fuel prices on Nigerians. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, the TUC President, Festus Osifo, warned that the price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) could rise to as high as N2,000 per litre if urgent intervention measures are not implemented. Read related news: TUC issues strike threat over alleged anti-worker practices at Dangote Refinery TUC, JOHESU debunk…

FC Barcelona have filed an official complaint with UEFA following a controversial refereeing decision in their 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash. In a statement released on Thursday, the Catalan club criticised the officiating, claiming it failed to comply with the laws of the game and had a direct impact on both the flow and outcome of the match. The incident in question occurred in the 54th minute of Wednesday’s encounter in Barcelona, with Atletico already leading 1-0. Defender Marc Pubill was seen handling the ball after receiving a pass from…

A former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described the recent directive by the United States Department of State to evacuate non-essential staff from its embassy in Abuja as a “bad omen” for Nigeria. In a statement released on Thursday via his X account, Obi warned that the development should be treated as a national emergency, particularly for a country grappling with insecurity and struggling to attract foreign investment. The US government, in a travel advisory issued on 8 April, authorised the departure of non-essential personnel from its Abuja embassy and urged American citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria. The advisory…