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By Omeiza Ajayi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the announcement regarding the Ekiti State Governorship Election, scheduled for June 20, 2026. It has been stated that the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) will be utilized for the accreditation of voters. INEC announced the dates for the Governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun State last month; however, the release of Wednesday’s “Notice” aligns with Section 28(1)&(2) of the amended Electoral Act 2022. As per the notice, the election will begin at 8:30 am and will take place in 2,445 polling units distributed across the 16 Local Government Areas…

The Abia State Polytechnic located in Aba has initiated the fabrication and production of waste collection receptacles for the Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA). Dr. Chris Okoro, the Rector of the polytechnic, clarified that this initiative aims to provide waste receptacles for the 292 wards in the state, thereby supporting efforts to improve sanitation. On Monday evening, State Information Commissioner Prince Okey Kanu announced after the state’s weekly executive council meeting that 26 of these receptacles had been delivered to ASEPA. He stated that these receptacles would aid in sustainable waste management and foster a cleaner, more sanitary environment…

The United Nations has expressed its condemnation of a suicide bombing that took place on Sunday at a church in Damascus, which resulted in the deaths of 25 worshippers, including women and children, during mass. Moreover, no fewer than 60 churchgoers were injured in the attack. Reports indicate that a gunman opened fire inside the Greek Orthodox St. Elias Church in the Dweila neighbourhood before detonating an explosive vest. He also called for collective action against terrorism, extremism, incitement, and the targeting of any community in Syria, a nation that has been a tapestry of diverse faiths throughout its history.…

Lionel Messi is set to confront his previous team, Paris Saint Germain, following the advancement of his Inter Miami squad to the knockout stages of the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday morning (Nigeria time). In their final group match against Palmieras, Messi’s Inter Miami was on the verge of finishing as group winners, leading 2-0 until the 80th minute when the situation changed. Tadeo Allende opened the scoring in the 16th minute with a breakaway goal, and Luis Suarez added another in the second half with a solo effort. However, Palmieras mounted a late comeback, resulting in a 2-2…

Properties estimated at millions of naira were destroyed in a fire that engulfed a provision shop in Oyo town, Oyo State, on Sunday night. This incident occurred next to a petrol station in the Farade area of the town. The affected items included a refrigerator and other household goods. Maroof Akinwande, the chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, confirmed the incident in a statement, noting that the fire was reported to the agency at 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, 2025. He stated: “The agency’s officers, led by ACFS Tijani Bamidele, were promptly sent to the scene of the…

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has made a shocking announcement that the residents of Yelwata, a Benue community recently ravaged by mass killings, assisted the attackers by offering them shelter, food, and even women. General Musa revealed this information during an extensive media briefing conducted at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, where he discussed recent updates regarding national security and the status of civil-military relations. The Defence Chief stated that the horrific assault—which resulted in the loss of over 100 lives—was executed using a “hit-and-run strategy” after security forces were misled by inaccurate intelligence indicating threats…

At least two individuals lost their lives on Thursday when alleged cult members launched an attack on the residents of Oko, a community situated in the Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State, located in Nigeria’s South-east, according to police reports. One resident, Duke Ezeh, mentioned that the assailants seemed to be on a mission to retaliate for the death of a suspected cult member who had been killed by a rival cult faction in the area two weeks prior. “They (the attackers) went to the shops of their targets and shot them dead,” Mr. Ezeh stated, clarifying that…

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) on Tuesday requested that all approved schools upload and verify their students’ information on the new Student Loan Application System (SLAS). NELFUND, in a public notice signed by spokesperson Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, said SLAS has now been fully digitised to streamline and accelerate the student loan processing experience for institutions and applicants. “With this upgrade, all accredited institutions are now required to request access to SLAS to verify and upload student data related to loan applications. This is a critical step that ensures the timely processing and disbursement of approved student loans,” NELFUND said. AOn…

The administration of Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ogun State has ignited a discussion online concerning the application of its ‘no bra, no examination’ rule. On Tuesday, a trending video on X allegedly depicted officials of the university scrutinizing female students prior to their entry into exam rooms.

ABUJA -The Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for enacting the legislation to create the Federal College of Education, Bende, Abia State, Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Item Bende, Abia State, and the Federal University, Okigwe, Imo State. Akpabio also praised the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, who sponsored two of the measures, alongside other influential figures in the Senate, such as the Deputy Whip, Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi, the Deputy Minority Whip, Senator Osita Ngwu, and prominent bill sponsor, Senator Patrick Ndubueze, for their outstanding leadership, effective advocacy, and dedication to the welfare of their constituents. In a statement released on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President commended both the House of Representatives and Senate stakeholders for their unwavering support of the Renewed Hope Agenda championed by the Tinubu administration. These three educational institutions aim to deliver high-quality education, research opportunities, and address the educational demands of the South-East region, as well as enhance healthcare delivery to promote knowledge and improve health outcomes in the area. Senator Akpabio remarked that the formation of these institutions would signify a monumental achievement in fostering education and development in the South-East region. Senator Akpabio stated, “I commend President Tinubu for his inclusive governance and proven dedication to the progress of the South-East and for efforts to mend the historical grievances. “The establishment of these institutions will significantly alleviate the persistent feelings of skepticism and socio-economic sidelining among the South-East populace. I commend the President for his open-heartedness and genuine concern for the region. “The remarkable backing of leaders and legislators in driving the passage of these crucial bills for establishing these institutions is commendable and deserving of recognition. “I urge the esteemed Ndigbo community to continue aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration and prepare for strategic and positive partnerships with President Bola Tinubu,” Akpabio assured that ongoing support from the South-East for the Tinubu administration would yield greater democratic benefits for the region.