Emmanuel Azubuike

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Why IPOB Declared a Total Sit-at-Home on May 30 Across Southeast
Why IPOB Declared a Total Sit-at-Home on May 30 Across Southeast

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared a total sit-at-home across the Southeast and…

Petrol Now N825 at Dangote Refinery as Marketers Get N10 Refund
Petrol Now N825 at Dangote Refinery as Marketers Get N10 Refund

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has discreetly lowered the effective price of petrol to N825 per…

Trump May Slash China Tariffs in Major Shift from 145% to 80%

Donald Trump, through a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, hinted he could…

Robert Prevost: From Alter Boy to Pope of the Catholic Church
Robert Prevost: From Alter Boy to Pope of the Catholic Church

A two-day conclave ended with the election of Robert Prevost as the next Pope, who…

Traffic Diversions Announced in Ikeja, Lagos Ahead of APC Primaries
Traffic Diversions Announced in Ikeja, Lagos Ahead of APC Primaries

The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion in Ikeja ahead of the All…

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Why Anambra Barred Party Uniforms Ahead of Tinubu’s Visit

To avoid political rivalry and public showmanship, the Anambra State Government has barred party supporters…

135 Cardinals to Vote as Conclave to Elect New Pope Begins May 7
Update: Another Signal of Black Smoke as Voting for New Pope Enters Second Day

he second day of electing a new Pope, which began with voting from 8:30 am…

After 52 Years, Nigeria Wants to Overhaul NYSC: Here’s Why

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to review and potentially overhaul the National…

“This conference marks a crucial step for the House of Representatives to engage in the global response to a critical challenge. We recognise that Nigeria and the global community must embrace a transformative shift towards sustainable energy systems,” Abbas said.
Nigeria Loses $29 Billion Annually to Power Shortage — UNDP

Nigeria loses an estimated $29 billion every year due to inadequate electricity supply, according to…

I’ll Back Obi in 2027 Unless He Aligns with the Wrong People – Dele Farotimi
I’ll Back Obi in 2027 Unless He Aligns with the Wrong People – Dele Farotimi

Human rights lawyer and political activist, Dele Farotimi, says he will continue to support Peter…

Over 78.5 percent of candidates who sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) scored below 200, according to data released by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). The examination body disclosed that out of the 1,955,069 registered candidates, 1,883,368 actually sat for the exam, while 71,701 were absent. Of those who participated, a staggering 1,534,654 scored below 200. In contrast, only 432,829 candidates scored 200 and above—an equivalent of 22.13 percent. The performance breakdown showed a significant drop in high scorers: 98,269 candidates scored 250 and above, representing just 5.02 percent. Only 24,828 candidates scored 300 and above, accounting for a mere 1.26 percent. “Of the total number registered, 97 candidates were involved in examination infractions, while 2,157 others are currently undergoing investigations for suspected malpractices,” JAMB said in a statement. Last year, the National Minimum Tolerable UTME Score (NTMUS) was pegged at 140.
JAMB: Only 1 in 5 Candidates Scored 200 and Above in 2025 UTME

Over 78.5 percent of candidates who sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)…

Report of New CEO to Replace Elon Musk is "Absolutely False" - Tesla
Report of New CEO to Replace Elon Musk is “Absolutely False” – Tesla

An earlier report that Tesla, owned by Elon Musk, was looking for a new Chief…

What Lagos Users and Drivers Really Think About E-Hailing Charges
What Lagos Users and Drivers Really Think About E-Hailing Charges

In Lagos, Nigeria’s economic hub, the use of e-hailing services like Bolt, inDrive, Uber, and…

Court to EFCC: Release Aisha Achimugu Within 24 Hours
Court to EFCC: Release Aisha Achimugu Within 24 Hours

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)…

Dangote Refinery to Shift Fully to Nigerian Crude by Year-End
World Bank Appoints Aliko Dangote to Global Investment Lab

The World Bank has appointed Africa’s richest man and President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote,…

Bolt Launches Electric Keke in Lagos as Drivers Complain About 30% Commission
Bolt Launches Electric Keke in Lagos as Drivers Complain About 30% Commission

Ride-hailing firm Bolt has launched its first fleet of electric tricycles in Lagos, marking a…

Otti Launches Abia Electricity Regulatory Agency to Oversee Power Sector
In Pictures: Otti Launches Abia Electricity Regulatory Agency to Oversee Power Sector

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has inaugurated the Governing Board of the Abia State…

Is Peter Obi’s One-Term Proposal a Sign of Desperation?
Why Peter Obi Does Not Need Atiku’s Coalition to Defeat Tinubu in 2027 — NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has stated that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other…